Cologne's Hidden Gems
Beyond the famous cathedral, Cologne offers historical depth through its specialized museums and ancient churches. The Fragrance Museum details the 18th-century creation of Eau de Cologne, while the subterranean Treasure Chamber displays gold ecclesiastical relics. St. Mary's in the Capitol stands as a premier example of 11th-century Romanesque architecture. For ancient history, the Romano-Germanic Museum preserves Cologne's Roman heritage, complemented by the Museum of Applied Art's extensive collection of decorative objects and modern design. Together, these sites represent the city's evolution from a Roman colony to a center of European craftsmanship.
A Fragrance Museum
The Farina Fragrance Museum is situated across from Cologne City Hall, and near the famous Wallraf-Richartz-Museum in the Obenmarspforten…
B St. Mary's in the Capitol
St. Maria im Kapitol is an 11th-century Romanesque church located in the Kapitol-Viertel in the old town of Cologne, Germany.
C Treasure Chamber of Cologne Cathedral
Discover the underground treasury of the Cologne Cathedral and marvel at the many precious ecclesiastical items displayed here.
D Romano-Germanic Museum
The permanent exhibition of the Romano-Germanic Museum is currently closed due renovations.
E Museum of Applied Art
The Museum für Angewandte Kunst Köln is a decorative arts museum in Cologne.
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