Kölner Dom Audio Guide

Explore Kölner Dom with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.

Kölner Dom

About the Tour

A magnificent Roman Catholic cathedral in Cologne, Germany, renowned for its stunning Gothic architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Germany's most visited landmarks.

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What you will hear

The Bavarian Windows

Focuses on the 19th-century stained glass donated by King Ludwig I, illustrating the revival of the cathedral's construction.

Bayernfenster

Bayernfenster

These five vibrant stained-glass windows were a royal gift from Bavaria, celebrating the cathedral's 19th-century completion with bright, clear narrative scenes.

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The Richter Window

Modernity meeting Gothic: Gerhard Richter's 11,500 colored pixels create a unique light effect in the south transept.

The Richter Pixel Window

The Richter Pixel Window

In the south transept, a modern light mosaic of 11,500 colored glass squares creates a stunning, ever-changing atmosphere of light and color.

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The South Tower and Bells

The climb of 533 steps and the home of the 24-ton 'St. Petersglocke' (Decke Pitter).

Perspective from Above

Perspective from Above

From the heights of the triforium, the cathedral's interior reveals itself as a masterclass in Gothic balance and weight distribution.

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The Cathedral Treasury

Located in the 13th-century cellars, this stop covers the church's most valuable liturgical objects.

The Cathedral Treasury

The Cathedral Treasury

Hidden beneath the cathedral’s north side, the Treasury houses centuries of sacred artifacts, manuscripts, and the symbols of Cologne’s religious authority.

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The Miracle of Survival

The 'Domplombe' repair site serves as a memorial to the cathedral's resilience during WWII bombing raids.

The Domplombe Scar

The Domplombe Scar

The cathedral’s survival through the devastation of World War II is symbolized by the 'Domplombe,' a visible repair that stood as a memorial for decades.

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