Dreikönigenpförtchen, Cologne

Name: Dreikönigenpförtchen
Address: Cologne, Germany

#98 among attractions in Cologne

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The hidden Dreikönigenpförtchen is the only one of the gates of the many former Cologne monastic immunity districts to have survived. It was at the walls of these monasteries and convents that the city's legislative power and fiscal sovereignty ended. The small gate connects the Lichhof of the church St. Maria im Kapitol with the Marienplatz. The small gate is not to be confused with the medieval Dreikönigenpforte, a gateway of the Rhine-side city fortifications demolished in 1854.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°56'3"N, 6°57'32"E

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Innenstadt (Altstadt-Süd)Cologne Germany

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Dreikönigenpförtchen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schildergasse, Hohe Straße, Schokoladenmuseum, Wallraf-Richartz Museum.

~1550 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Schildergasse, Cologne
8 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...
~1570 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Hohe Straße, Cologne
8 min walk • Hohe Straße, nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, stands as a bustling shopping district renowned for its vibrant retail experience. This pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare is a historical street that has evolved into a modern shopper's paradise, offering a mix of...
~1520 ftSE
Waterside museum devoted to chocolate
Schokoladenmuseum, Cologne
8 min walk • Nestled on the picturesque banks of the Rhine in Cologne, Germany, the Schokoladenmuseum, or Chocolate Museum, is a sweet-toothed dream come to life. This deliciously unique museum is dedicated to the world of chocolate, from its ancient origins to its modern-day...
~1100 ftN
Fine art from 14th to early 20th century
Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, the Wallraf-Richartz Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and dedication to the arts. This esteemed museum, which ranks among the foremost art galleries in Germany, offers visitors an exquisite journey...
~1650 ftN
Romanesque church with iconic tower
Great St. Martin Church, Cologne
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, the Great St. Martin Church stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. This Romanesque Catholic church, with its distinctive crossing tower and cloverleaf-shaped choir, is a...
~1510 ftNW
Church
Antoniterkirche, Cologne
8 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.
~1330 ftS
Museum
Historical Archive of the City of Cologne, Cologne
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, the Historical Archive of the City of Cologne stands as a testament to the city's rich and storied past. This esteemed institution is not just a repository of documents; it is a treasure trove of knowledge that chronicles the...
~150 ftNW
Romanesque church with medieval artwork
St. Maria im Kapitol, Cologne
1 min walk • St. Maria im Kapitol is an 11th-century Romanesque church located in the Kapitol-Viertel in the old town of Cologne, Germany. The name “im Kapitol“ refers to the Roman temple for the Capitoline Triad that was built on today’s site of the church in the first century.
~990 ftSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. George's Church, Cologne
5 min walk • St. Georg's Church is one of twelve Romanesque churches in the city of Cologne, Germany.
~1630 ftW
Church
St Peter's Church, Cologne
8 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.
~1350 ftN
City hall
Cologne City Hall, Cologne
7 min walk • The City Hall is a historical building in Cologne, western Germany. It is located off Hohe Straße in the district of Innenstadt, and set between the two squares of Rathausplatz and Alter Markt. It houses part of the city government, including the city council and offices of the Lord Mayor.

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Which popular attractions are close to Dreikönigenpförtchen?

Nearby attractions include St. Maria im Kapitol, Cologne (1 min walk), Academy of Media Arts Cologne, Cologne (2 min walk), Overstolzenhaus, Cologne (2 min walk), Church of the Holy Trinity, Cologne (3 min walk).

How to get to Dreikönigenpförtchen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dreikönigenpförtchen:

Tram

Heumarkt • Lines: 1, 5, 7, 9 (3 min walk)
Rathaus • Lines: 5 (8 min walk)

Bus

Mühlenbach • Lines: 978 (3 min walk)
Heumarkt • Lines: 250, 978 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (8 min walk)

Train

Cologne central station (15 min walk)
Cologne Trade Fair/Deutz (22 min walk)