Podcast Tour The dark Cologne underworld of the 60s

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Features

1h 43m
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Multiple languages

Overview

Immerse yourself in the dark underworld of Cologne's 1960s milieus on this exciting tour of Cologne. While West Germany celebrated its economic miracle, a brutal criminal scene blossomed, earning the city the name 'Chicago am Rhein'. Discover the true stories of legendary underworld bosses, illegal gambling rings and bloody turf battles. Experience the mysterious corners and alleys where power and corruption reigned, and enjoy the atmosphere of nightlife while feeling the neon vibe of time.

3.3 km self-guided tour with 6 exciting stops over 103 minutes

Ideal for true crime fans and history buffs

Exciting podcast-style narration by experts and locals

Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation via the app

Activity location

Eigelstein Torburg
- Eigelstein Torburg
- 50668, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

Eigelsteintorburg
- 135 Eigelstein
- 50668, Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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Podcast Tour The dark Cologne underworld of the 60s in Multilingual

1h 43m
Opening hours: Wed 00:00-23:59
English

Travellers

Languages available

Price details

€4.79 x 1 Adult€4.79

Total

20% off

What's included, what's not

Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
Exciting podcast-style audio output with experts and locals
Accurate navigation between stops
Verified facts embedded in an exciting storey

Know before you book

- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Eigelstein Torburg

The historic medieval gate that served as the entrance to the working-class Eigelstein district, the birthplace of Cologne's most notorious underworld greats of the 1960s.

Klingelpützpark

A peaceful city park that hides the dark history of the former Klingelpuetz prison, a central hub for the figures of the Cologne underworld.

Hildeboldplatz

Once the absolute epicentre of the 1960s red light district, packed with illegal gambling dens and brothels controlled by rival gangs.

Brewery Paffgen

A traditional, historic brewery that served as a strictly neutral meeting place for rival underworld bosses to negotiate territories.

Hohenzollernring

The wide, eye-catching boulevard where the underworld flaunted its wealth through neon-lit nightclubs and public, violent turf battles.

Krebsgasse

A narrow, historic alleyway that served as the hub of the post-war black market and represents the evolutionary roots of the organised crime syndicates of the 1960s.

Location

Activity location

Eigelstein Torburg
- Eigelstein Torburg
- 50668, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

Eigelsteintorburg
- 135 Eigelstein
- 50668, Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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