Cologne's Historic City Hall: On the Trail of Power, History and Architecture

Discover the fascinating history and magnificent rooms of Cologne's Historic Town Hall! Immerse yourself in the history of power of the free imperial city of Cologne, symbolized by this imposing building. As the "House of the Citizens", the Town Hall has been documented in the former Jewish Quarter since the 12th century. The impressive "Hansa Hall" (Hansasaal), built around 1330, and the exquisite "Senate Hall" (Senatssaal), which was added between 1404 and 1414 with the Council Tower (Ratsturm), tell of bygone eras and political significance. Despite severe war damage, the Town Hall was rebuilt true to the original and reopened on August 14, 1972. Find out more about the history, architecture and political significance of this important Cologne landmark on the guided tour. Let yourself be enchanted by the impressive atmosphere of the non-public rooms such as the "Prophets' Chamber" (Prophetenkammer), the "Shell Hall" (Muschelsaal) and the "Lion's Court" (Löwenhof).