Cologne: The Dark Side of the City Walking Tour
ID: GYG417790-760910
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Embark on a guided walking crime tour in Cologne. During 1.5 hours you will hear stories about the dark side of the city of Cologne.
Enjoy a guided walk through Cologne and discover the dark side of the city as you hear about rogues, kidnappers and other rapscallions. Stroll through the streets and marvel at the famous cathedral, St. Andrew's Church and other sights.
Start with the talking punishments of the Middle Ages and follow the manifold deeds, judgements and punishments down to our own day.
Who was the last poisoner sentenced to death in Germany, and who was the vampire of Düsseldorf ? Do heads really roll in Cologne at carnival ?
Where was the red light at home in Cologne and what did Romy Schneider have to do with Cologne pimps?
Enjoy a spooky city walk you won't forget. Go home with lots of interesting facts about Cologne's ghoulish past and stories about this sometimes dark, sometimes red-lit city.
Highlights
- Enjoy a mysterious tour of Cologne and get to know the dark side
- Marvel at the stunning Cologne Cathedral
- Follow your storyteller away from the old town to hirstoric spots in the city.
- Let yourself be whisked away to the so-called Chicago on the Rhine.
- Hear of robber chiefs, murderers and pastors who all populated the guillotine.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet your guide at the Cologne Cathedral to begin your tour
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
