Neumarkt, Cologne

Name: Neumarkt
Address: Neumarkt 2, Cologne, Germany

#166 among attractions in Cologne

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Facts and practical information

At 27,216 m², Neumarkt is the largest of Cologne's 30 or so squares and is located in the Altstadt-Süd district.

Coordinates: 50°56'10"N, 6°56'52"E

Address

Neumarkt 2Innenstadt (Altstadt-Süd)Cologne Germany

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Schildergasse, Hohe Straße, Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Antoniterkirche.

~1270 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Schildergasse, Cologne
7 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...
0.4 miNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Hohe Straße, Cologne
11 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...
~420 ftNW
Showcase of artist Kollwitz's work
Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Cologne
3 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...
~1270 ftE
Church
Antoniterkirche, Cologne
7 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.
~1770 ftNE
Contemporary museum with religious art
Kolumba, Cologne
9 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 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Minoritenkirche, Cologne
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, the Minoritenkirche stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This Gothic church, with its imposing structure and intricate design, is a prominent landmark that attracts both worshipers...
~1700 ftNE
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. Kolumba, Cologne
9 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...
~1110 ftSE
Church
St Peter's Church, Cologne
6 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.
~1430 ftNE
Synagogue
Glockengasse Synagogue, Cologne
7 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.
~650 ftW
Romanesque church with organs and concerts
Basilica of the Holy Apostles, Cologne
4 min walk • 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.
~1040 ftSE
Church, Romanesque architecture, Historical place
St. Cecilia's Church, Cologne
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Neumarkt?

Nearby attractions include Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Cologne (3 min walk), Basilica of the Holy Apostles, Cologne (4 min walk), Stadtbibliothek Köln, Cologne (4 min walk), Gloria-Theater, Cologne (4 min walk).

How to get to Neumarkt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Neumarkt:

Tram

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

Bus

Neumarkt • Lines: 136, 146 (1 min walk)
Rudolfplatz • Lines: 136, 146 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (14 min walk)

Train

Cologne central station (18 min walk)
Köln Süd (19 min walk)