As others have already mentioned, this tower was part of the old Roman fortifications. The city has certainly done a good conservation job as the tower is in remarkably good condition and many of the decorations such as geometric patterns that adorn the exterior are well preserved. It doesn't appear to be possible to enter the tower, what you see from the outside is all you get. It's interesting, but well off the tourist circuit in Cologne. So I wouldn't go out of the way to see it.

Cool tower that used to be part of the ancient wall. Was rebuilt relatively recently, but gives a good impression what it would have looked like.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting story, the tower was formerly used as a sewer. To empty in when it was full you threw in a gold coin that sank to the bottom. Who wanted to be paid so had to remove everything. (Original) Sehr interessante Geschichte, der Turm wurde früher als Kloake genutzt. Um in zu leeren wenn er voll war schmiss man eine Goldmünze hinein die bis auf den Grund versank. Wer bezahlt werden wollte musste also alles entfernen.

The Romans left us many beautifull things. The tower is not that high. You can not walk around it because other buildings are leaning against it. I do not know if this was the case at that time period, maybe the citywall. You could easily miss it as a tree puts it in its shade and a busy street passes cars swiftly by.

Cool ancient ruin. Always amazes me to see stuff like this when I'm in Europe.

So gut erhalten, erstaunlich! Wohl auch weil sich zwischenzeitlich das Kloster gut um seine als Toilette genutzten Turm gekümmert hat!

Old Roman fortification right by the road, one of the better one's that are visible along this stretch. It has been changed and rebuilt several times, but still shows the authenticity of the original.

(Translated by Google) It's just an old tower (Original) Ist halt ein alter Turm

Cologne Pride

(Translated by Google) Pretty Roman here. But good to be reminded who brought the toilet here. (Original) Ziemlich Römisch hier. Aber gut daran erinnert zu werden wer das WC hierhin gebracht hat.

Dieser Römerturm ist ein römischer Wachturm, der sich an der Zeughausstr. befindet. Er ist der am besten erhaltene Teil der römischen Stadtmauer in Kölns Altstadt-Nord und ist bekannt für seine reiche ornamentale Ausschmückung mit verschiedenen Gesteinsarten.

This roman fortification building of the 50th year of our era is interesting for its sacred ornament. On the wall of the tower we can see solar symbols and the pictogram of the temple. It is the unical roman tower kind in Cologne.

(Translated by Google) pretty one (Original) Jolie

The Roman tower was the northwestern corner tower of the city wall of the Roman colony Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium from the 2nd and 3rd centuries. Located at the Zeughausstraße 13, it is the best-preserved part of the Roman city fortification. In total, there were 19 towers. White limestone, red sandstone, gray trachyte and dark greywacke were used. The mosaic-like veneer in the lower part differs from that in the upper part of the tower. The lower part reaches up to the height of 4.5 meters above the ground, the upper part is another 1.25 meters high.

(Translated by Google) Almost goes down on the busy road and has been there for almost 2000 years ... impressive (Original) Geht fast unter an der viel befahrenen Straße und steht doch schon seit fast 2000 Jahren da... beeindruckend

(Translated by Google) An old and beautiful place (Original) مكان قديم وجميل

Interesting ~ mixed old and new in different side

Different patterns in the rock tower that are interesting to see. Also interesting to see how such an old structure is incorporated into a medieval building with very modern buildings across the street.

It’s small but very well preserved! It has been used as a nuns’ convent’s toilet through the centuries! (The reason it has survived)

Saw it from across the street during my Köln Speedrun. Covered with scaffolding. Ok.

Built by Romans, nice to see the design & patterns of the structure

Wall only

(Translated by Google) The Romans were the founders in Cologne and the Roman tower is a contemporary witness. (Original) Die Römer waren die Gründer in Köln und der Römerturm ist ein Zeitzeuge.

(Translated by Google) Shady place to rest with a beautiful view of the cathedral and the hustle and bustle of the city. 😊 (Original) Schattiges Plätzchen zum ausruhen mit schönen Blick auf den Dom und den Trubel der Stadt. 😊

(Translated by Google) All good (Original) Alles gut

Not much to see, the free walking tours through here

(Translated by Google) Oldest building of Cologne. (Original) Ältestes Gebäude von Köln.

(Translated by Google) Great piece of history! You can see that the city of Cologne has some great buildings with a past. (Original) Toll erhaltenes Stück Geschichte! Man sieht das die Stadt Köln ein paar tolle Bauten hat mit Vergangenheit.

Very cool to look at, easy to find.

(Translated by Google) Cool that something like that still stands (Original) Gaaf dat zoiets nog staat

Schon einige Jahre zurück, aber noch immer in bleibender Erinnerung.

Bekommt natürlich fünf Sterne, auch wenn ich kaum etwas sehen konnte. Der Turm wird gerade restauriert und ist fast vollständig eingepackt. Interessierte Besucher warten besser noch eine Weile, dann strahlt er wieder in seiner ganzen Pracht, wie auf den Fotos hier bereits zu sehen ist. Ich bin froh, daß weiterhin für solche Maßnahmen Gelder bereitgestellt werden. Danke, Köln!

Sehr beeindruckend. Wir waren dort in der Nähe und haben es uns angesehen. So Mitten in der Stadt alte Geschichte

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Sehr schön

Noting much. Walk around it

(Translated by Google) The Roman tower is the last tower in Cologne, which stands by the Roman city wall. Impressive to see in comparison with the defense towers from the Middle Ages. (Original) Der Römerturm ist der letzte Turm, in Köln, der von der Römischen Stadtmauer steht. Beeindruckend zu sehen im Vergleich mit den Wehrtürmen aus dem Mittelalter.

(Translated by Google) Historical beauty in Cologne ... must definitely be preserved and cared for .... (Original) Historische Schönheit in Köln...muss auf jeden Fall erhalten und gepflegt werden....

This is so cool!!!!

History!

Nice landmark

(Translated by Google) Magnusstraße / Römerturm Rosenmontagszug, always great atmosphere and busy, but always nice .... Kölle Alaaf (Original) Magnusstraße/Römerturm Rosenmontagszug, immer tolle Stimmung und viel los,aber immer wieder schön.... Kölle Alaaf

(Translated by Google) Very well received (Original) Sehr gut erhalten

(Translated by Google) Good condition. (Original) Bom estado de conservação.

Beautiful old tower, fantastic and ornate stone designs.

Worth a visit just to say you,'ve seen it

Unique with the patterns of the wall. Worth the walk to see!

(Translated by Google) Very nice tower in the heart of Cologne. (Original) Sehr schöner Turm im Herzen Köln.

(Translated by Google) It's OK (Original) Ist ok

(Translated by Google) Pure time travel! The Roman tower definitely makes something, if you are in the area, you can have a look at it. (Original) Zeitreise pur! Der Römerturm macht auf jeden Fall etwas her, wenn man in der Gegend ist, kann man ihn sich ruhig mal angucken.

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Sehr Schön

(Translated by Google) Great tower (Original) Toller Turm

(Translated by Google) For me as a history buff, this ancient masonry is one of Cologne's highlights! The Roman tower with its unique, Mediterranean ornamentation has been around for about 1,800 years and will hopefully continue to do so for the next millennia. It was once part of the Roman fortification and was incorporated into the medieval city fortification, which is why it was never demolished. In the 14th century, he served temporarily a monastery as a waste site, but these times are fortunately long gone! There are other Roman towers in Cologne, but they do not have these characteristic ornaments. (Original) Dieses uralte Gemäuer ist für mich als Geschichtsinteressierten eines der Kölner Highlights! Der Römerturm mit seiner einzigartigen, mediterranen Ornamentik steht nun schon seit ca. 1.800 Jahren an dieser Stelle und wird es auch noch hoffentlich die nächsten Jahrtausende weiter tun. Er war einst Teil der römischen Wehranlage und wurde in die mittelalterliche Stadtbefestigung übernommen, weshalb er nie abgerissen wurde. Im 14. Jahrhundert diente er zeitweise einem Kloster als Abfallstelle, doch diese Zeiten sind zum Glück längst vorbei! Es gibt noch andere Türme aus römischer Zeit in Köln, die allerdings nicht diese charakteristischen Verzierungen aufweisen.

(Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Interessant

Must visit place

(Translated by Google) Ok (Original) Ok

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Sehr schön

Very good. Walking tour was awesome.

(Translated by Google) Worth watching. (Original) Anschauen lohnt sich.

(Translated by Google) You can only look outside (Original) Só é possível contemplar por fora

(Translated by Google) Kind (Original) Nett