View of Cologne Cathedral

Cologne Cathedral

Massive Gothic cathedral with twin 157m spires.

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Admission Ticket

Free; tower €6

Best Time to Visit

Mon-Thu 9am

Overview

Construction 1248-1880 (632 years). Tallest twin-spired church. Shrine of Three Kings largest Western reliquary.

Local Insider Tips

1

Climb 533 steps south tower (€6)

2

Visit Treasury (€6)

3

Photo from Deutzer Brucke

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:How long?

1h interior + 40min tower.

Q:Free?

Yes, main cathedral free.

Location Details

CityCologne
CountryGermany
Rating
4.7 / 5.0

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