EL-DE Haus

Overview

EL-DE Haus is a historic museum in Cologne, Germany, that serves as a memorial to the victims of the Nazi regime. It is housed in the former Gestapo headquarters and provides a detailed insight into the city's dark past.

EL-DE Haus is significant for its role in documenting and preserving the history of Cologne during the Nazi era, serving as an important educational resource and memorial.

Historical Museum Memorial Site

Location

Address

Appellhofplatz 23-25, Cologne

Neighborhood: Innenstadt

Coordinates

50.932500, 6.955300

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

8 EU

Children

5 EU

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Gardens

summer

hot

• Extended hours

autumn

cool

• Fall colors

winter

cold

• Holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry 8 EU

parking 1.5 EU

food 10 EU

souvenirs 15 EU

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cologne Bonn Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

40 EU 30 min

public_transport

10 EU 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

3 EU 10 min

bus

3 EU 15 min

taxi

10 EU 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hallo

thank_you Danke

where_is Wo ist

how_much Wie viel

beautiful Schön

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, German, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Cologne Cathedral

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Catholic cathedral

Cologne City Hall

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: City Hall

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+49 221 22126515

kontakt@stadt-koeln.de

www.stadt-koeln.de

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