Stroll through the narrow alleys of Cologne's beautiful Old Town and listen to the tales and legends from the city. Travel back in time to the Middle Ages.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Starting time 6:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- German
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Experience an entertaining walk through the alleys of Cologne's center and follow the traces of times long gone
- Listen to the stories about Saint Ursula and her 11,000 virgins, the devil and Meister Gerhard as well as the famous Heinzelmännchen
- Enjoy a walking tour through the Old Town and take a look at some of the famous sights along the river Rhine
Full description
Discover Cologne's Old Town and immerse yourself in the city's eventful past. Listen to the tales and legends and find out, whether there is an element of truth in some of them.
Learn why the Heinzelmännchen (little elves) disappeared from Cologne and hear the story behind the white woman, who people still see today.
Find out why there are so-called Grinköpfe (grimace masks) on some house walls and hear about the devil's relation to Meister Gerhard and a corrupt mayor.
Listen to the amusing and interesting stories from the Middle Ages and see Cologne's most famous sights.
Includes
- City tour
- German-speaking tour guide
- Food and drinks
COVID-19 precautions
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
The tour departs at 6 pm at the Heinzelmännchen Fountain, Am Hof 12, 50667 Cologne.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Departure: 6:00 PM
- This tour is barrier-free
- The tour is free of charge for children up to 10 years
