Cologne WWII Historical and Cultural Tour

Step into Cologne’s hidden past and walk the streets where history left deep and lasting marks. On this unforgettable guided tour, you’ll explore the traces of World War II and the powerful legacy of the Jewish community in the heart of the city.
You’ll visit the Gestapo headquarters, walk through exhibits in the LDE Museum, and feel history under your feet as you explore areas that once held silence, fear and quiet acts of bravery.

This tour is not just about facts. It’s about human stories, uncovering truth, and understanding how a city like Cologne has lived through and risen from its shadows.

Perfect for: curious minds, history lovers, and anyone who believes memory matters.

Let the stones speak. Walk with us.

Meeting Point

Kardinal-Höffner-Platz 1

Kardinal-Höffner-Platz 1, 50667 Köln, Germany

The finial Kreuzblume in front of the main entrance of Cologne Cathedral

What's included:

• German and foreign languages English, Dutch
• Led by a professional tour guide in German

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Cologne Cathedral

Domkloster 4, Cologne, 50667, North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne Cathedral and WWII
Despite heavy bombing during World War II, Cologne Cathedral remained standing while much of the city was destroyed. Today, visitors can still see visible shrapnel damage on its exterior walls. The Cathedral stands as a powerful symbol of survival and spiritual resilience during the darkest years of Nazi rule.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kolumba

Kolumbastrasse 4, , Cologne, 50667, North Rhine-Westphalia

Kolumba – Art and History in the Heart of Cologne
At Kolumba, visitors experience a unique blend of contemporary architecture and historical depth. . The preserved wartime ruins and the quiet, minimalist design create a powerful atmosphere of reflection and continuity

10 minutes

NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne

Appellhofplatz 23-25, Cologne, 50667, North Rhine-Westphalia

NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE Haus)
This former Gestapo headquarters tells the story of Cologne under Nazi rule. On our tour, we visit the site from outside only. If you’d like to go inside the museum, please book the extended 3-hour tour option.

10 minutes

Alt St. Alban

Quatermarkt 4, Cologne, 50667, North Rhine-Westphalia

Alt St. Alban is a preserved church ruin in central Cologne, destroyed during World War II.

5 minutes