Cologne: WWII History & EL-DE Haus Private Guided Tour
Overview
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 choice or preference:
2-hour: WWII Traces Guided Tour
Uncover WWII history in Cologne's Old Town. See the iconic Cathedral, learn about the Trail of Remembrance, Stumbling Stones, and Kolumba.
4-hour: WWII Traces & EL-DE Haus Guided Tour
Uncover WWII history in-depth in Cologne's Old Town and the NS Documentation Center (EL-DE Haus). See the iconic Cathedral, learn about the Trail of Remembrance and more.
Uncover the dark history of Cologne’s WWII past on a private walking tour designed by Rosotravel, where a Licensed Guide will share powerful stories of destruction, survival, and remembrance. Follow traces of war that still shape the city today.
What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- See the Cologne Cathedral from outside
- Private walking tour in Cologne Old Town discovering WWII traces
- Fascinating facts and stories in a tempo adjusted to your preferences and interests
- Entry ticket to EL-DE Haus - NS Documentation Center (in the 4-hour option)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Entry to the Cologne Cathedral
Meeting Location
Kardinal-Höffner-Platz 1
50667 Köln, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Kreuzblume
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cologne Cathedral
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stolpersteine Cologne
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cologne Central Station
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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!
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cologne: WWII History & EL-DE Haus Private Guided Tour?
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Activity code: C-265432P208
Reviews
Average 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 10 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option).
- See the Cologne Cathedral from outside.
- Private walking tour in Cologne Old Town discovering WWII traces.
- Fascinating facts and stories in a tempo adjusted to your preferences and interests.
- Entry ticket to EL-DE Haus - NS Documentation Center (in the 4-hour option).
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
- Entry to the Cologne Cathedral.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cologne: WWII History & EL-DE Haus Private Guided Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cologne: WWII History & EL-DE Haus Private Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- See the Cologne Cathedral from outside
- Private walking tour in Cologne Old Town discovering WWII traces
- Fascinating facts and stories in a tempo adjusted to your preferences and interests
- Entry ticket to EL-DE Haus - NS Documentation Center (in the 4-hour option)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Entry to the Cologne Cathedral
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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!
- Operated by a business
