• Alter Markt - The tour begins here. Meet the guide in the heart of one of Cologne’s most significant squares, near the Cologne Townhall where Nazi flags once flew. The tour introduction includes a discussion on the early rise of National Socialism.
• Rote Funken Platzchen - In a square celebrating Cologne’s most festive season, Karneval, discover how Nazism infiltrated daily German life, altering the city’s mindset and identity. Learn about the initial steps towards war, long before Hitler’s rise at the Reichstag.
• Memorial to Gay and Lesbian Victims of National Socialism - At the first of several Holocaust victim monuments, explore the societal impacts on vulnerable communities as the Blitzkrieg began. Understand how Cologne adapted to the looming war as Allies shifted from appeasement.
• Heinrich-Böll-Platz - With views of Cologne’s Cathedral, trace the path of city residents sent to concentration camps. See a Holocaust memorial and the destroyed bridges as Nazis retreated across the Rhein. Discuss the bombings on Cologne as Allied Forces advanced and the local reaction.
• Cologne Cathedral - Beside this historic building, discuss its wartime significance for both sides. Hear about the largest bombing in history at that time and the Cathedral’s role in the city’s reconstruction.
• Finanzgericht Köln - In the shadow of the former courthouse, learn about the Nazi party’s violent ideology, even as they lost ground. As the Battle of Cologne approached, hear about the political prisoners who resisted and suffered.
• NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne - Opposite the courthouse, follow the path of prisoners entering the Gestapo’s political prison, where their journeys tragically ended. As the Allies entered Cologne, were they seen as liberators as Nazis retreated across the river?
• Edith Stein-Denkmal - At a monument to a Sainted Martyr killed at Auschwitz, conclude the tour. After hearing about Edith Stein and other war heroes, discuss Cologne’s transformation post-Third Reich. Discover what emerged from Cologne’s ruins, creating a city far removed from its past, and receive recommendations for further exploration and learning about Cologne.

• An exclusive list of recommendations and suggestions to futher explore the city
• An experienced local guide with deep knowledge of the city

Embark on a journey through Cologne’s poignant history during World War Two, exploring life under Nazi rule.

Visit significant sites such as Cologne’s GESTAPO headquarters, the Cologne Cathedral, and Holocaust monuments to understand the progression towards National Socialism before the onset of war. Discover stories of the initial air raids, the battle of Cologne, and the city’s aftermath.

From the dramatic ascent of the Nazi regime to its catastrophic impact and eventual downfall, delve into Cologne’s experience during the largest conflict in human history.

• A 2.5-hour guided tour delving into Cologne’s WWII history
• Explore key locations including the GESTAPO headquarters, war memorials, and the Cologne Cathedral
• Group size capped at 20 for a personalized experience
• Tours on Sundays at 19:11, offering a distinctive evening perspective

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