Cologne Carnivalists at Melaten (High German and op Kölsch) - colonia prima

Name: Cologne Carnivalists at Melaten (High German and op Kölsch) - colonia prima
Start: 2026-09-20T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T14:30:00+02:00
Location: Treffpunkt Melatenfriedhof

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 — Sun, 27 Sep · 11:30

Treffpunkt Melatenfriedhof, Cologne, Germany

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Cologne Carnivalists at Melaten (High German and op Kölsch) - colonia prima — Treffpunkt Melatenfriedhof, Cologne

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A guided tour of Melaten Cemetery in Cologne dedicated to famous Cologne carnival figures. The walk is conducted in both standard German and the local Kölsch dialect.

About the venue: Treffpunkt Melatenfriedhof

Melatenfriedhof is one of Germany's most historically significant cemeteries, established in 1810 on the western edge of Cologne. Spanning over 43 hectares, it serves as the final resting place of many notable figures from Cologne's history, including artists, politicians, and industrialists. The cemetery is also a protected landscape monument and a popular destination for guided cultural and historical tours.

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Cologne Carnivalists at Melaten (High German and op Kölsch) - colonia prima

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