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Cologne Cathedral · Romanesque & Gothic Cathedral Tourism

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Cologne Cathedral · Romanesque & Gothic Cathedral Tourism

Dominated by twin spires and a UNESCO site, it contains the Shrine of the Three Kings. Key experiences include climbing the south tower with 533 steps, treasury visits, Richter window viewing, cathedral concerts, night illuminations, and Roman excavations beneath. It is known as the tallest twin-spired church and survived WWII.

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Dominated by twin spires and a UNESCO site, it contains the Shrine of the Three Kings. Key experiences include climbing the south tower with 533 steps, treasury visits, Richter window viewing, cathedral concerts, night illuminations, and Roman excavations beneath. It is known as the tallest twin-spired church and survived WWII.

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Best season: Summer
Difficulty: 8
Region: Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia

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