Explore the old town of Cologne on a guided tour and see the historic buildings at night. Follow the night watchman in his historical costume by the light of his lantern to another time, when every full hour was proclaimed.
Learn all about the duties of the historical night watchman and life in the Middle Ages as you wander through the narrow streets of Cologne's Old Town.
Learn why pigs were beaten in front of Cologne's churches and why stray dogs were so well-fed in centuries past. Discover how Cologne's citizens resisted the authorities and listen to many legends and anecdotes about Cologne's history.
This tour is only available in german.
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Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
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Highlights
Embark on a journey through time to medieval Cologne
Experience an informativ, amusing guided tour through the old town
Learn exciting and amusing facts about the history and culture of the city.
Itinerary
Product details
Follow the night watchman into the medieval past of Cologne's old town with its dark secrets. Walk past the city's historic buildings and listen to stories and legends from times long past.
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What's included
Guide
Old Town walking tour in German
Food and drinks
Eligibility
Adult: Age 16 to 99
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 21:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 21:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
To change the date or time, please cancel your booking and book again.
Important note
• Language: German; - this tour is only available in German
• Participation from 16 years; not suitable for children under 16 years
- Haustiere sind nicht erlaubt (außer Assistenzhunde)
• Sturdy footwear is recommended
• This is a barrier-free tour
- the tour also takes place in rain/snow
- Sie erkennen Ihren Guide am Namensschild "Kölngeflüster"
Items recommended to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed items:
Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Not suitable for:
Children under 16 years
Good to know:
- Haustiere sind nicht erlaubt (außer Assistenzhunde)
- Sie erkennen Ihren Guide am Namensschild "Kölngeflüster"
- the tour also takes place in rain/snow
• Language: German; - this tour is only available in German
• Participation from 16 years; not suitable for children under 16 years
• Sturdy footwear is recommended
• This is a barrier-free tour
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