The Dark Side of the Dom Tour
Description
Prepare yourself for witches, ghosts, murderers and the pure misery of living in Medieval Times. Cologne today is known as a welcoming city—full of culture, music, drinking, and happiness. But it hasn’t always been that way. Discover the darker side of Cologne’s history and the city's Medieval past with a few jumps to some more recent history. Departing from Heumarkt, stroll through Cologne's historic city center as you listen to stories and legends from the Dark Ages from murderers from the north to Cologne's most haunted house. Learn about the witches that kicked off Cologne's Witch hunts and helped bring them to a close while in standing with views of the Dom at night. Hear how the Devil helped and hindered the construction of the Cathedral and how one woman helped thwart Satan and another created the city. Get to know the zombies, thiefs and doomed souls of the black plague as well as what killed Cologne's Robin Hood. Please select the language of your tour seperately.
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Let's get started in the square made famous for its lively atmosphere in Karneval but first known for trading grains and public executions. Here, you'll get to know your guide and the group and what is in store for you on our tour!
What is the story behind this Medieval Gothic festival hall? Also, how did people live during Medieval times in Germany? Let's get started on our tour's Dark Ages history.
Visit the skeleton of one of Cologne's Famous churches, a reminder of the damages of World War II and the horrors that came with it.
Visit the old home of Cologne's Robin Hood! Conveniently, it is also the spot he was beheaded. Let's find out why Cologne couldn't have nice things.
In the massive shadow of Cologne's most treasured building, learn about the devil's influence on its construction and why he will never let our building be finished. Not only that, but get to know Cologne's history with witches.
Walk on the original Roman road in the middle of Cologne and get to know the past of Cologne's controversial founder, both heroine and villain.
Hear the stories of Germany's most haunted house, just on the border of Cologne, while standing in the shadow of one of Cologne's most iconic churches.
Learn about Cologne's famous fish market, where trading good brought in more than just wealth, but also, the greatest killer Europe has ever seen.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(64)
Amazing! He describes the stories and history so well
The tourguide is so energetic and fun! He really draws the audience in with his stories:)
It was very educational and interesting. We definitely recommend it further.
Our guide Christina was well versed in the history of Cologne, adding quite a bit of Roman history in the area and the bits and pieces left behind. There was a story of passionate revenge leading to a restless spirit, and the legend of the cathedral's architect making a deal with the devil. Lots of information about executions, the witch panic, the plague, and a funny story about a "zombie" woman who was buried alive and lived to tell about it. Christina pointed out architectural details that defined the Kolsch character, and showed pictures of what the city looked like after its near total destruction at the end of WWII. We covered most of the best parts of the old city, now rebuilt and restored. Children would not be frightened, but they might experience information overload, despite the enthusiastic presentation. Highly recommended, although in the summertime, it's still broad daylight even at 9pm.
Cameron and Caroline were an absolute joy to hear from in the duration of the Dark Side Of The Dom tour. Caroline animatedly detailed all the dates and Cameron pointed out the signs of the devil's work, treating us to some low hanging fruit.
No Guide at the meeting point, so there was no tour for our group and no contact with the company
We’re very sorry to hear that your group was unable to join the tour as planned. We understand how disappointing and frustrating that must have been, especially after arriving at the meeting point and not being able to reach us. We would like to look into this properly and make things right. Could you please let us know which day and tour you were booked on? Once we have those details, we can investigate what happened with the guide and your booking. Again, our apologies for the inconvenience caused.
Lorena was fantastic, really personable and kind. Couldn’t recommend her more.
Our guide, Cameron, was light hearted and knew his history. He had a great sense of humor and was a joy to have as a guide! He told of old lore tales, a ghost sighting, a vampire serial killer, and a devilish detail in the building of the cathedral. Worth the Euros for a fun evening!
The guide was very energetic and knowledgeable. I wish I could remember her name. I was expecting more ghost-like stories of the Dom itself, but it was more about the history of Cologne. Overall I enjoyed it.
We had the best tour guide her name was, Lorena and she was from Columbia, but spoke fluent English German Spanish, and probably multiple other languages. She was extremely cultured, extremely knowledgeable do everything about everything here in Cologne and surrounding communities, even gave us wonderful recommendations for good Thai food in town. She really turned the city alive and something I wish I would’ve done our first day so that we knew what to go back to see.
