Basilica of the Holy Apostles, Cologne

Name: Basilica of the Holy Apostles
Address: Neumarkt 30, Cologne, 50677, Germany
Telephone: +49 221 9258760

#45 among attractions in Cologne

Church, Romanesque architecture

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The Basilica of the Holy Apostles is a Romanesque church in Cologne, located near Innenstadt's busy Neumarkt. The former collegiate church is dedicated to the twelve Apostles. It is one of the twelve Romanesque churches built in Cologne in that period. ()

Local name: St. Aposteln Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 50°56'12"N, 6°56'42"E

Address

Neumarkt 30Innenstadt (Altstadt-Nord)Cologne 50677 Germany

Contact

+49 221 9258760

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Day trips

Basilica of the Holy Apostles – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schildergasse, Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Antoniterkirche, Kolumba.

~1870 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Schildergasse, Cologne
10 min walk • Schildergasse is one of the busiest shopping streets in Cologne, Germany, and a top destination for both locals and tourists looking to indulge in retail therapy. This bustling pedestrian zone, which traces its roots back to ancient Roman times, has evolved into a...
~270 ftE
Showcase of artist Kollwitz's work
Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Cologne
2 min walk • The Käthe Kollwitz Museum in Cologne, Germany, offers a profound journey into the work of one of the most significant German artists of the 20th century. Käthe Kollwitz, renowned for her emotive and powerful depictions of social injustice and human suffering, is...
~1880 ftE
Church
Antoniterkirche, Cologne
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, the Antoniterkirche stands as a beacon of the city's rich religious heritage. This Gothic church, with its modest yet elegant façade, is a cherished landmark within the bustling urban landscape.
0.4 miE
Contemporary museum with religious art
Kolumba, Cologne
11 min walk • Kolumba, an exceptional museum nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of history, art, and architecture. This unique museum, which belongs to the Archdiocese of Cologne, is a place where the past and the present seamlessly...
0.4 miE
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. Kolumba, Cologne
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, the chapel of St. Kolumba stands as a serene testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This sacred site is not only a place of worship but also a poignant architectural palimpsest that tells a story of perseverance...
~1750 ftSE
Church
St Peter's Church, Cologne
9 min walk • St Peter's Church is a Roman Catholic church in Cologne, run by the Jesuits. The painter Rubens was baptised in the church and his The Crucifixion of St Peter is on display there – it was commissioned in 1638 by the Cologne art collector and businessman Eberhard Jabach.
~1890 ftE
Synagogue
Glockengasse Synagogue, Cologne
10 min walk • The Synagogue in Glockengasse was a synagogue in Cologne built to the plans of the architect of the Cologne Cathedral, Ernst Friedrich Zwirner. It was built on the previous Monastery of St.
~1680 ftSE
Church, Romanesque architecture, Historical place
St. Cecilia's Church, Cologne
9 min walk • St. Cecilia's Church is one of the twelve Romanesque churches in Cologne’s old city, maintained by the Foundation of Romanesque Churches in Cologne. The present building, little changed since its inception, dates from 1130-60. Since 1956, the church has been the home of the Schnütgen Museum for medieval art.
~1870 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
EL-DE-Haus, Cologne
10 min walk • EL-DE Haus, officially the NS Documentation Center of the City of Cologne, located in Cologne, is the former headquarters of the Gestapo and now a museum documenting the Third Reich.
~1360 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Schauspiel Köln, Cologne
7 min walk • Schauspiel Köln is a theatre and company in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It forms together with the Cologne Opera and other houses the Bühnen der Stadt Köln. The listed building has 830 seats in the Grand House, 120 in the locksmith and 60 in the refreshment room.
~1670 ftNE
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Maria in der Kupfergasse, Cologne
9 min walk • St. Maria in der Kupfergasse is a Baroque church in Cologne, western Germany, in the district of Innenstadt. The pilgrimage church is dedicated to St. Mary, the Black Madonna. It was completed in 1715 and measures 37.20 meters in length and 17.30 metres in width.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of the Holy Apostles?

Nearby attractions include Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Cologne (2 min walk), Kölnischer Kunstverein, Cologne (2 min walk), Gloria-Theater, Cologne (2 min walk), Neumarkt, Cologne (4 min walk).

How to get to Basilica of the Holy Apostles by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica of the Holy Apostles:

Tram

Neumarkt • Lines: 1, 16, 18, 3, 4, 7, 9 (5 min walk)
Mauritiuskirche • Lines: 9 (5 min walk)

Bus

Neumarkt • Lines: 136, 146 (4 min walk)
Rudolfplatz • Lines: 136, 146 (6 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (17 min walk)

Train

Köln West (18 min walk)
Köln Süd (19 min walk)