Kölner Dom Schatzkammer - Medieval Treasures & Sacred Relics
The Cologne Cathedral Treasury houses an extraordinary collection of sacred art spanning over 1,000 years, including reliquaries, manuscripts, vestments, and liturgical objects of immense historical and artistic value.
Adults / Children (6-17)
Family ticket: €20
Open every day
Last entry: 5:30 PM
Recommended visit time
Audio guide available
The most famous treasure in the cathedral - a golden reliquary said to contain the relics of the Three Wise Men (Magi). Created around 1200 AD, it's the largest reliquary shrine in the Western world.
Dating from around 970 AD, this is the oldest large-scale crucifix north of the Alps and a masterpiece of Ottonian art. It depicts Christ with remarkable realism for its time.
A stunning wooden sculpture from around 1290, depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child. This Gothic masterpiece shows exquisite craftsmanship and detail.
A ceremonial crosier (bishop's staff) from the 13th century, richly decorated with precious stones and enamels. Used during important liturgical ceremonies.
Rare medieval manuscripts with stunning hand-painted illustrations, including Gospel books, psalters, and liturgical texts from the 9th to 15th centuries.
Exquisite collection of bishops' robes, chasubles, and ceremonial garments embroidered with gold thread and adorned with religious imagery.
The treasury contains over 1,000 years of sacred art including the Shrine of the Three Kings, medieval reliquaries, illuminated manuscripts, liturgical vestments, precious chalices, and ceremonial objects made from gold, silver, and precious stones.
Absolutely! It's one of Europe's most important collections of medieval religious art. The €8 ticket provides access to priceless artifacts you won't see anywhere else, with audio guides included.
Plan for 45-60 minutes to properly explore the collection. The audio guide provides detailed information about each artifact. Combined with the cathedral interior and tower, allow 2-3 hours total.
The actual Shrine of the Three Kings is located behind the high altar in the cathedral interior (free to view). The treasury contains related artifacts, reliquaries, and historical information about the shrine.
Yes, the treasury houses numerous sacred relics in ornate reliquaries, including relics of saints, fragments of the True Cross, and other venerated objects from medieval pilgrimage traditions.
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