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Cologne: EL-DE Haus and Old Town Private Guided Tour

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Cologne: EL-DE Haus and Old Town Private Guided Tour

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4H:EL-DEHaus+Cathedral+OldTown

Duration: 3 hours
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Duration: 4 hours: Visit EL-DE Haus and Cologne Old Town, with entry included to the NS Documentation Centre and Cologne Cathedral. See prison cells, Old Market and more.: The tour will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language. 5-Star Licensed Guide: Official 5-Star Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. DECO023

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2-hour: EL-DE Haus Tour

Duration: 3 hours
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Duration: 2 hours: Visit EL-DE Haus, Cologne's NS Documentation Centre, with entry included to see Gestapo prison cells, prisoner wall inscriptions and Nazi terror: exhibits. The tour will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language. 5-Star Licensed Guide: Official 5-Star Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. DECO023

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Highlights

How did Cologne endure Nazi terror? Visit EL-DE Haus, the former Gestapo HQ, see prison cells with a Private Guide, and upgrade for Old Town and Cathedral entry.


HIGHLIGHTS:
- Explore EL-DE Haus with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
- Enter the former Gestapo HQ and see preserved prison cells
- Learn how Cologne faced Nazi terror through powerful exhibits
- Read moving wall inscriptions left by prisoners and forced laborers
- Visit Old Town and Cologne Cathedral with entry (in the 4-hour option)


Step inside the former Gestapo headquarters with Rosotravel for a deeply moving journey through Cologne’s darkest chapter. The EL-DE Haus, remarkably untouched by WWII bombings, now serves as a powerful memorial and documentation center of Nazi terror. Book a private tour and uncover history in the most personal way.


Uncover the shadows of the past and discover Cologne with us today.

Itinerary

  • Appellhofplatz 23

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Meet your Guide at the main entrance of EL-DE Haus, Appellhofpl. 23-25, 50667 Köln, Niemcy
  • National Socialism Documentation Center of the City of Cologne

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    The basements of the house had been used as prison cells and torture rooms for forced laborers and political enemies. Over 1800 inscriptions made on the walls by the prisoners can still be viewed today. The upper floors with Gestapo offices represent administrative terror and an evil system created by Nazis. Learn about the darkest times of WWII and Nazi terror in Cologne. Meet your 5 Star Guide at the entrance to the EL-DE Haus to get the informative historical introduction to the City of Cologne and WWII. Join a private guided tour in the NS Documentation Centre.
  • Historic Town Hall

    25 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    From the EL-DE Haus you will briefly walk to the picturesque Old Market Square and Historic Town Hall. There you will explore the historic district with the former Jewish quarter of the Middle Ages. Your guide will make sure that you spot all key attractions.
  • Cologne Cathedral

    25 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Strolling briefly through the charming streets you arrive at the famous gothic Cologne Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have the opportunity to explore it and discover the world famous Shrine of the Three Kings.
  • Hohenzollern Bridge

    25 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Then you will enjoy a perfect panoramic view from the Hohenzollern Bridge.
  • Great St. Martin Church

    25 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    From there the route will take you to the nearby Romanesque Great St. Martin Church. The tour will end at the Old Market, where you can relax and pause for a coffee or meal in one of many inviting cafes.

What's included

INCLUDED

Expert commentary tailored to your pace and interests
Ticket to the EL-DE Haus (NS Documentation Centre)
Private tour of EL-DE Haus & Old Town Highlights (num. of attractions depend on the selected option)
Old Town sightseeing with top landmarks and ticket for Cologne Cathedral (in the 4-hour option)
5-Star Licensed Private Guide fluent in chosen language

NOT INCLUDED

Old Town sightseeing with top landmarks and entry to Cologne Cathedral (in the 2-hour option)

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
The number of attractions depends on your selected option. The 2-hour option does not include Old Town walking tour.
For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-9 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
This is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

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Rosotravel - Munich

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