St. Ursula, Cologne

Name: St. Ursula
Address: Ursulaplatz 30, Cologne, 50668, Germany
Telephone: +49 221 133400

#54 among attractions in Cologne

Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Basilica church of St. Ursula is located in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is built upon the ancient ruins of a Roman cemetery, where the 11,000 virgins associated with the legend of Saint Ursula are said to have been buried. The church has an impressive reliquary created from the bones of the former occupants of the cemetery. It is one of the twelve Romanesque churches of Cologne and was designated a Minor Basilica on 25 June 1920. While the nave and main tower are Romanesque, the choir has been rebuilt in the Gothic style. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 50°56'45"N, 6°57'15"E

Address

Ursulaplatz 30Innenstadt (Altstadt-Nord)Cologne 50668 Germany

Contact

+49 221 133400

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is St. Ursula open?

St. Ursula is open:

Monday 10 am - 12 pm & 3 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 12 pm & 3 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 12 pm & 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 12 pm & 3 pm - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 12 pm & 3 pm - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 12 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to St. Ursula?

Nearby attractions include St. Maria Himmelfahrt, Cologne (6 min walk), Hl. Konstantin u. Helena, Cologne (6 min walk), Hansahochhaus, Cologne (7 min walk), St. Andrew's Church, Cologne (7 min walk).

How to get to St. Ursula by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Ursula:

Tram

Breslauer Platz/Hauptbahnhof • Lines: 16, 18 (6 min walk)
Hansaring • Lines: 12, 15 (7 min walk)

Train

Köln Hansaring (7 min walk)
Cologne central station (8 min walk)

Bus

Breslauer Platz/Hbf • Lines: 124, 132, 171, 250, 260, 978, N26, Sb40 (9 min walk)
Ebertplatz • Lines: 127, 140, 184 (10 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (15 min walk)