Walking Through Memory: Cologne’s Jewish and WW2 Sites
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.
Options
Tour 2H:NS Docume only outside
What's included in Walking Through Memory: Cologne’s Jewish and WW2 Sites
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cologne Cathedral
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.
Kolumba
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
NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
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.
Inclusions
- German and foreign languages English, Dutch
- Led by a professional tour guide in German
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The finial Kreuzblume in front of the main entrance of Cologne Cathedral
