EL-DE Haus: Immersive Historical Tours in Cologne

Come travel back to the traumatic history of Cologne during World War Two as we delve into how life was shaped under Nazi rule. While visiting Cologne's GESTAPO headquarters, the Cologne Cathedral, and Holocaust monuments, learn about the steps taken towards National Socialism long before the firs...

• Alter Markt
• Rote Funken Platzchen
• Cologne Cathedral
• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
• Edith Stein-Denkmal

• 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, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What was life like in Nazi-era Cologne? Uncover personal stories, tragic fates and dark history of World War II on a private tour. Optional: visit the NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE Haus)

What was life like in Nazi-era Cologne? Uncover personal stories, tragic fates and dark history of World War II on a private tour. Optional: visit the NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE Haus) and explore the secrets of Gestapo with an Expert Guide. Choose any of these fantastic options tailored to your...

• Cologne Cathedral
• Stolpersteine Cologne
• Cologne Central Station
• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please check your email the day before the tour for important information from Rosotravel, your tour operator., The number of attractions visited depends on the selected option., Please note Entry to the Cologne Cathedral is not included, This is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather, as the tour runs rain or shine!, Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Step into a captivating world where Roman ruins lie beneath modern streets and Nazi secrets echo in preserved prisons. This self-guided walking tour unveils Cologne's soul, from Stone Age origins to its vibrant present. Explore Roman walls, chilling Gestapo headquarters, and a Gothic hall echoing wi...

• Cologne Cathedral
• Hohenzollern Bridge
• Romerbrunnen
• Romerturm
• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
• Dufthaus 4711
• Old Market Square
• Heumarkt

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Step into Cologne’s hidden past and walk the streets where history left deep and lasting marks. On this unforgettable guided tour, you’ll explore the traces of World War II and the powerful legacy of the Jewish community in the heart of the city. You’ll visit the Gestapo headquarters, walk through ...

• Cologne Cathedral
• Kolumba
• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
• Alt St. Alban

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Recreate Jewish Cologne on a private walking tour of the former Jewish Quarter. See the Old Town, Holocaust memorials, and more. Optional: visit the EL-DE Haus and learn about the Gestapo and more

Discover the hidden history of Cologne on a private tour that immerses you in one of the darkest periods of the 20th century. Through its streets and historical sites, you will learn how the city experienced the rise of Nazism, World War II and its profound consequences on the lives of its inhabitan...

• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
• Historisches Zeughaus- Cologne
• Edith Stein-Denkmal
• Cologne Cathedral
• Museum Ludwig
• Hohenzollern Bridge
• Bahnhof Koeln-Deutz

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What was life like in Nazi-era Cologne? Uncover personal stories, tragic fates and dark history of World War II on a private tour. Optional: visit the NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE Haus)

Recreate Jewish Cologne on a private walking tour of the former Jewish Quarter. See the Old Town, Holocaust memorials, and more. Optional: visit the EL-DE Haus and learn about the Gestapo and more

Uncover the darker side of Cologne’s history on this half-day walking tour, which includes admission to EL-DE Haus – one-time HQ of the brutalist Gestapo forces of Nazi Germany. In the basement of this unassuming building you’ll see sombre inscriptions on the walls of the prison cells and former tor...