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Kolumba

Modern & classic Christian artworks in contemporary spaces amid 19th-century church remains.

Kolumbastraße 4, 50667 Köln, Germany
📞 +49 221 9331930

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Toilets
  • Restaurant

Kolumba is a museum of art and archaeology located in the city of Cologne, Germany. It is housed in the ruins of the former St. Kolumba Church, which was destroyed during World War II. The museum is dedicated to the preservation and display of the history and culture of the region, and it has become one of the most popular attractions in Cologne.

Kolumba is renowned for its collection of art, which includes works by some of the most famous artists in the world, such as Pablo Picasso, Max Ernst, and Paul Klee. The museum also houses a collection of archaeological artifacts from the Roman Empire, as well as a variety of medieval and Renaissance art. In addition to its permanent collection, Kolumba also hosts a number of temporary exhibitions, including those featuring works from the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque period.

The museum is divided into four sections: the Archaeology, the Art, the History, and the Sacred Art. The Archaeology section features artifacts from the Roman Empire, including coins, jewelry, and pottery. The Art section includes works from the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque period, as well as those from the 20th century. The History section showcases artifacts from the city of Cologne, as well as documents and photographs. Finally, the Sacred Art section displays religious artifacts, such as sculptures, paintings, and stained glass windows.

Kolumba is also home to a number of special exhibitions, such as the annual “Kolumba Art Prize” and the “Kolumba Art Collection”. The Kolumba Art Prize is awarded to contemporary artists who are chosen by an international jury, and the Kolumba Art Collection consists of works from the permanent collection of the museum.

Kolumba is a must-visit for anyone interested in art, archaeology, and history. It is a great place to explore the culture and history of the city of Cologne, and to view some of the world’s most famous artworks. Kolumba is a place of discovery and learning, and it is sure to please any visitor.

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5 stars

Exceptional architecture and setting for this niche museum. It has a real character, range and vision, but you will need the English show guide unless your German can cope with the artworld and historic essays. Google translate had a hard time! The interior is minimal but luscious, and the excavated/preserved church foundations are incredible and really well presented. The exhibition was a mix of photography, video, post-modern exploration and ancient manuscripts and diptychs. This is one of my favourite exhibition spaces.

5 stars

the building itself is a fascinating hybrid of medieval church and modern building. this accurately reflects the nature of the art inside, both centuries old religious art and modern art appearing alongside each other. this makes for a very unique and evocative visiting experience.

4 stars

Amazing museum, well worth a visit, I especially found the excavations on the ground floor really nicely presented and set up for visitors. There are several floors, so much to see , also nice to see the reading room they have set apart as the guidebook is a very extensive read. Staff very helpful & friendly at reception.