Audio tour

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Germany
Cologne

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Exploring the echoes of war remnants and the haunting memories of a tumultuous history.

Ptolemy

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A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

About
Places
Preview
Important
Reviews
Why us

Walking
Easy
8

1:45
Audio in English

Topic

Uncover Cologne’s profound history, where beneath the grandeur of the awe-inspiring cathedral and German carnival spirit lies the haunting remnants of World War II. These indelible scars, etched into many of the city’s buildings and structures, serve as poignant reminders of the profound suffering and destruction that befell this historic place. As you delve into the past, you’ll shed light on a chapter of history that should never be forgotten.

Self-guided audio tour

What are we offering?

Delve into the past and discover your destination with a fresh set of eyes through this self-guided storytelling tour. Navigate from place to place using our map, get interesting tips and listen to our engaging narration while experiencing living heritage like few others ever will. No guide or app download is required, just bring your phone and an open mind!

Places visited

Entry to places with tickets is optional. You can resume your journey outside.

(by Ernst Barlach, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)

Antoniterkirche

Open from Monday to Friday 11 AM–6 PM ; weekends 12AM - 5PM

Free - Public

(by Adam Jones, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)

Old Saint Alban

Free - Public

Hindenburgbrücke

Free - Public

Alter Markt

Free - Public

(by Elke Wetzig, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)

Saint Kolumba Church

Open daily 9:30 AM - 7 PM

Free - Public

(by Bryan MacKinnon, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)

NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE House)

Open from Tuesday to Friday 10AM - 6PM ; Weekends 11AM - 6PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

To ticket (optional)

Deserters Memorial

Free - Public

Cologne Cathedral

Open daily 6AM - 8PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

To ticket (optional)

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

Don't forget the below before you begin.

You get

Personal passcode
To unlock your tour.
Map and route
Navigation and directions are included.
Audio
Storytelling narration in every stop.

You do NOT get

Tour guide
There's no live guide accompanying you.
Tickets
Place tickets are optional and have to be purchased separately.
Headphones
Or any physical equipment.
Offline download
The app does not work without an internet connection.

Come with

Smartphone
Battery full!
Internet access
We're not yet available offline.
Headphones
To listen to our audio.
Suitable clothing
And comfortable shoes.

Your passcode

Your passcode is a short English word followed by numbers, like for example, "walk123".

We will send you your passcode by email after your payment is processed. You can also see it in the post-payment screen.

Your passcode is unique to you and can be used by one device. It lasts for 72 hours (3 days) from the moment you first use it.

Reviews

What people who took this tour have said.

Very interesting to see and learn about places in the city with different eyes and especially independently! The only thing you have to click the url link in the email and insert the passcode, not clicking the button for the ticket. Other than that super good experience!

Walter – Italy
Get Your Guide
This tour is great. I found things I would have missed otherwise.

Jackie – United States
Get Your Guide
Great!

GetYourGuide traveler – Spain
Get Your Guide
Awesome! Informative.

GetYourGuide traveler – Canada
Get Your Guide
A nice walk and informative audio. Perhaps some more background information could have been added. Route takes you past well-known and lesser-known places.

Tefaline – Netherlands
Get Your Guide

Why choose Ptolemy

Be present through the past.

This audio guide has been prepared using help from locals and care for historical accuracy and depth. Learn more about our vision here.

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Ptolemy

All our content is conceived and written by our editorial team, consisting of students and recent graduates in Cultural Heritage, Ancient and Medieval History, and Arts.

Last updated on May 14, 2024

contact@ptolemy.app https://www.ptolemy.app/https://www.instagram.com/ptolemytravel https://www.facebook.com/ptolemytravel

Ptolemy

Audio tour

•

Germany
Cologne

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Exploring the echoes of war remnants and the haunting memories of a tumultuous history.

Ptolemy

Start tour

About
Places
Preview
Important
Reviews
Why us

Walking
Easy
8
3 km
1:45
Audio in English

Topic

Location

Start at Antoniterkirche, Schildergasse 57, 50667 Köln, Germany

Directions to starting point

Self-guided audio tour

What are we offering?

Places visited

Entry to places with tickets is optional. You can resume your journey outside.

Antoniterkirche

Open from Monday to Friday 11 AM–6 PM ; weekends 12AM - 5PM

Free - Public

Old Saint Alban

Free - Public

Hindenburgbrücke

Free - Public

Alter Markt

Free - Public

Saint Kolumba Church

Open daily 9:30 AM - 7 PM

Free - Public

NS Documentation Centre (EL-DE House)

Open from Tuesday to Friday 10AM - 6PM ; Weekends 11AM - 6PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

To ticket (optional)

Deserters Memorial

Free - Public

Cologne Cathedral

Open daily 6AM - 8PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

To ticket (optional)

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

Don't forget the below before you begin.

You get

Personal passcode
To unlock your tour.
Map and route
Navigation and directions are included.
Audio
Storytelling narration in every stop.

You do NOT get

Tour guide
There's no live guide accompanying you.
Tickets
Place tickets are optional and have to be purchased separately.
Headphones
Or any physical equipment.
Offline download
The app does not work without an internet connection.

Come with

Smartphone
Battery full!
Internet access
We're not yet available offline.
Headphones
To listen to our audio.
Suitable clothing
And comfortable shoes.

Your passcode

Your passcode is a short English word followed by numbers, like for example, "walk123".

We will send you your passcode by email after your payment is processed. You can also see it in the post-payment screen.

Your passcode is unique to you and can be used by one device. It lasts for 72 hours (3 days) from the moment you first use it.

Reviews

What people who took this tour have said.

Very interesting to see and learn about places in the city with different eyes and especially independently! The only thing you have to click the url link in the email and insert the passcode, not clicking the button for the ticket. Other than that super good experience!

Walter – Italy
Get Your Guide
This tour is great. I found things I would have missed otherwise.

Jackie – United States
Get Your Guide
Great!

GetYourGuide traveler – Spain
Get Your Guide
Awesome! Informative.

GetYourGuide traveler – Canada
Get Your Guide
A nice walk and informative audio. Perhaps some more background information could have been added. Route takes you past well-known and lesser-known places.

Tefaline – Netherlands
Get Your Guide

Why choose Ptolemy

Be present through the past.

This audio guide has been prepared using help from locals and care for historical accuracy and depth. Learn more about our vision here.

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Start tour

Ptolemy

All our content is conceived and written by our editorial team, consisting of students and recent graduates in Cultural Heritage, Ancient and Medieval History, and Arts.

Last updated on May 14, 2024

contact@ptolemy.app https://www.ptolemy.app/https://www.instagram.com/ptolemytravel https://www.facebook.com/ptolemytravel

Location

Start at Antoniterkirche, Schildergasse 57, 50667 Köln, Germany

Directions to starting point

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Topic

Self-guided audio tour

Places visited

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

You get

Personal passcode

Map and route

Audio

You do NOT get

Tour guide

Tickets

Headphones

Offline download

Come with

Smartphone

Internet access

Headphones

Suitable clothing

Your passcode

Reviews

Why choose Ptolemy

Ptolemy

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Topic

Location

Self-guided audio tour

Places visited

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

You get

Personal passcode

Map and route

Audio

You do NOT get

Tour guide

Tickets

Headphones

Offline download

Come with

Smartphone

Internet access

Headphones

Suitable clothing

Your passcode

Reviews

Why choose Ptolemy

Ptolemy

Location