Kolumba Art Museum - Free Audio Guide
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Kolumba Kunstmuseum, 4, Kolumbastraße, Neumarktviertel, Altstadt-Nord, Innenstadt, Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 50667, Deutschland
Kolumba Kunstmuseum, situated in Cologne, Germany, serves as the art museum of the Archdiocese of Cologne and is one of the oldest museums in the city. Founded in 1853, it features a distinctive modern building designed by Swiss architect Peter Zumthor, which opened on September 15, 2007. The museum displays a wide-ranging collection from late antiquity to contemporary art, including notable works by artists such as Stefan Lochner and Paul Thek. The exhibitions promote a dialogue between historical and contemporary art in a tranquil setting. The museum is fully accessible and offers an inviting space for all visitors. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM, with an admission fee of 8 euros, and free entry on designated days.