Discover Cologne Melaten-Friedhof on a 2-hour guided tour
Discover impressive graves, famous Cologne personalities and the eventful history of one of the city's special places.
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Duration: 2h
German
1 - 25 people
Köln
What to expect
- Discover Melaten-Friedhof
- Visit famous Cologne graves
- Hear exciting city history
- Stories behind the graves
About this class
Melaten is much more than just a cemetery. On this guided tour, you will discover a place where Cologne's city history, funerary art, nature and personal fates come together. Your profession…
What you’ll do in the class
- You will meet your city tour at the main entrance to the Melaten-Friedhof on Aachener Straße, opposite house number 249.
- From there, your approximately 2-hour guided tour of the extensive area starts.
- You will visit impressive graves and learn more about famous Cologne personalities.
- Your city tour will tell you stories and anecdotes hidden behind selected graves and monuments.
- You will get to know Melaten not only as a cemetery, but also as an important place in Cologne's urban and cultural history.
- You will learn more about the previous use of the site as a leprosy station and place of execution.
- Art history, nature and the special atmosphere of the monumental cemetery also play a role during the tour.
What is included in the class?
- Approx. 2-hour guided tour of the Melaten Cemetery
- Professional leadership
- Stories about Cologne's city history
- Insights into historic burial sites
- Anecdotes about famous people
What to bring to the class
- Comfortable shoes for city tours
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Who is the class suitable for?
- For those interested in history and culture
- For visitors to Cologne and locals
- For fans of special city tours
- For those interested in art and funerary culture
- For adolescents and adults
Echt Köln
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At Echt Köln, Markus Zens and his team show you the cathedral city with lots of passion, exciting stories and real insider knowledge. On guided tours through Cologne, you will discover well-known sights, special corners and Cologne's lifestyle.
