Hänneschen-Theater, Cologne

Name: Hänneschen-Theater
Address: Eisenmarkt 2-4, Cologne, 50667, Germany
Telephone: +49 221 22123283

#52 among attractions in Cologne

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Facts and practical information

Hänneschen-Theater is a traditional puppetry-theatre in Cologne, Germany. It was established in the year 1802. The stage is situated in a building on Eisenmarkt in downtown Cologne. The pieces are set in Knollendorf, a fictional village somewhere in the outskirts of Cologne. The popular puppets represent fictional characters who embody typical traits of cologne people, so Tünnes and Schäl, Hänneschen and Bärbelchen, as well as other unique characters. In addition to the ever-changing pieces that are staged for adults and children, the puppet shows are also an important part of the Cologne Carnival. The carnival puppet session is each year a loving parody of a conventional Carnival session. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°56'14"N, 6°57'43"E

Address

Eisenmarkt 2-4Innenstadt (Altstadt-Nord)Cologne 50667 Germany

Contact

+49 221 22123283

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hänneschen-Theater open?

Hänneschen-Theater is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 3 pm - 6 pm
Thursday 3 pm - 6 pm
Friday 3 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 3 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 3 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Hänneschen-Theater?

Nearby attractions include Heumarkt, Cologne (2 min walk), Lintgasse, Cologne (2 min walk), Innenstadt, Cologne (2 min walk), Fischmarkt, Cologne (3 min walk).

How to get to Hänneschen-Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hänneschen-Theater:

Bus

Heumarkt • Lines: 250, 978 (3 min walk)
Mühlenbach • Lines: 978 (9 min walk)

Tram

Heumarkt • Lines: 1, 5, 7, 9 (6 min walk)
Rathaus • Lines: 5 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (4 min walk)

Train

Cologne central station (11 min walk)
Cologne Trade Fair/Deutz (16 min walk)