Cologne's Dark Side of the Dom: Dark History Tour

Name: Cologne's Dark Side of the Dom: Dark History Tour
Start: 2025-11-26T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-11-26T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Köln

Famous for its welcoming and warm atmosphere, Cologne has a hidden side. From ghosts and witches to murders, let's explore the sinister side of our past.

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Historic building exterior illuminated at night.

Statues of historical figures at night outdoors.

Illuminated cathedral behind colorful houses at night.

Illuminated cathedral spires at night sky.

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up to 15 people

Köln

Duration: 2h

About this Tour

Join us on a thrilling journey through Cologne's Dark Side of the Dom, where history meets mystery in the shadows of the iconic Cologne Cathedral. As twilight falls, discover spine-chilling tales of burned witches, gruesome beheadings, werewolves, plagues, murders, ghosts, and much more as we wander through the ancient alleyways of Cologne's famous Old Town.

Cologne is known for its cheerful spirit, warm hospitality, vibrant Karneval, and refreshing Kölsch. However behind this joyful facade lies centuries of dark secrets. Beyond the towering spires of the Cologne Cathedral hides a side of the city rarely brought into the light. With us, you'll uncover the stories the history books don't always tell; stories of sorrow, superstition, mystery, and misery that shaped medieval Cologne.

Led by passionate local guides, this Cologne ghost tour will take you past historic landmarks, medieval squares, and eerie corners that hold legends of knights, curses, hauntings, and forgotten souls. Step back in time as we explore haunting architecture, captivating myths, and fascinating insights from the Middle Ages.

From the strange and shocking to the spooky and surprisingly humorous, this unforgettable dark history tour in Cologne reveals why the Dom's shadow is darker than you think. Discover the secrets of Cologne's past and you'll never see the city the same way again.

Steps of the tour

We run our tour multiple times weekly in 3 different languages. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, you will be able to make a booking with us to explore Cologne.

Who should take part in this tour?

This tour is great for any and all who would like to join. Families on vacation, companies looking for a team activity, locals looking for a way to begin a night, our tour is great for any group.

Details to remember

What to bring to the tour?

Make sure to wear appropriate clothing as we'll be outside on the cobbled streets of Cologne's Old Town in all of Cologne's weather! We run our tour rain or shine.

What is included in this tour?

Our tour includes a local, passionate tour guide who will show you the best of Cologne's hidden, dark past. We'll also give you an exclusive list of our recommendations from years of Cologne experience.

Team events and private groups

Yes, our tour is available to be booked as a private tour and a team event. We are happy to customize the tour to each group's liking!

Duration

Location

We'll spend the night wandering the oldest area of Cologne along some of its most important medieval streets and squares. This beautiful area still hides more than its fair share of secrets and hidden pathways.

Languages

English, Spanish, German

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We're an experienced group of tour guides who want to share what makes Cologne so special to us! From our attitude, to our history, to our sense of humor, we'll teach you the need-to-knows of Cologne as well as the hidden stories that make Cologne stand out.