Top rated Historical landmarks in Frechen, Germany to elevate your visit (Updated August, 2023)

Sensenmann – Wahrzeichen von Melaten image

Historical landmark

👍👍 On the one hand scary, on the other hand very impressive. This Grim Reaper has probably become the symbol of Cologne's Melatenfriedhof.

4.90 (38 reviews) (~8.21 km from centre)

Shrine of the Three Kings

Historical landmark

Elaborate, gilded reliquary in Cologne cathedral said to contain the bones of the biblical magi.

4.80 (253 reviews) (~11.13 km from centre)

Lindenthaler Tierpark

Animal park

Up-close contact with animals from Highland cows to deer & peacocks at this eco-minded parkland zoo.

4.70 (5K reviews) (~6.6 km from centre)

Schloss Augustusburg - UNESCO Weltkulturerbe

Castle

Exhibits tracing the history of motorcycling, housed in an ornate castle with landscaped gardens.

4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~11.44 km from centre)

Zollfeste Zons

Historical landmark

4.70 (229 reviews) (~23.68 km from centre)

Orangerie Schloss Benrath

Historical landmark

👍👍 The festival of lights at the castle is worth traveling from far away. It was a pleasure again on August 12, 2023 with an unforgettable concert and fireworks.

4.70 (75 reviews) (~28.06 km from centre)

Helios Leuchtturm Ehrenfeld

Historical landmark

👍 The Helios lighthouse is situated in Ehrenfeld, one of the most colourful districts in Cologne. One might wonder why there is a lighhouse so far away from the see. In fact, Ehrenfeld was an independent city in year 1882 when the light bulb and telegraph factory "Helios Inc." was established. The fa...

4.70 (53 reviews) (~8.72 km from centre)

Hafenkran "Der Alte Herkules"

Historical landmark

👍👍 You have to see the old Hercules. Especially since the little Café Glück is right next to it in the summer 😉

4.70 (44 reviews) (~11.41 km from centre)

Heumarkt

Historical landmark

Spacious cobblestone plaza lined with cafes & renowned for its annual Christmas market.

4.60 (4.3K reviews) (~11.1 km from centre)

Historischer Ortskern Bedburg-Kaster

Historical landmark

👍👍 Beautiful and well preserved old town, if a little smaller than others in the region. I recommend a visit, but at least during the cold months, you won't find a lot of open places...

4.60 (596 reviews) (~20.76 km from centre)

Kreuzblume

Historical landmark

👍👍 Cologne Cathedral A must-see pilgrimage site for tourists The largest Gothic building in Germany The tower is 157 meters high The magnificent church is magnificent The quaint and exquisite statues and paintings inside and outside are amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site

4.60 (219 reviews) (~10.97 km from centre)

Viadukt

Historical place

👍👍 A nice and beautiful place to pass by while sightseeing around köln. Its near business park. You can enjoy the view and sit around the bridge area.

4.60 (208 reviews) (~10.29 km from centre)

Farina 1709

Perfume store

Original shop where the first Eau de Cologne was created in 1709, with a small fragrance museum.

4.60 (160 reviews) (~10.95 km from centre)

Zwischenwerk IXb

Historical landmark

👍👍 Hidden in the forest, between the highway and the railway line, lies the intermediate factory IXb, which was built in 1877-79 as one of 17 large intermediate factories (23 in total) in the outer Prussian fortress belt. The fortress was used to set up four artillery pieces and offered space for 150-1...

4.60 (45 reviews) (~15.4 km from centre)