Germany

Cologne Philharmonic

The Cologne Philharmonic Hall is built in the form of an amphitheater, and the stage is located almost in the center, which allows viewers to better hear and see musicians.

The Cologne Philharmonic (Kölner Philharmonie) is located in the very center of the city, next to the museums of Ludwig and Wallraf Richard. This is one of the best concert halls in Cologne.

The Philharmonic opened in 1986. A variety of concerts of classical, folk, popular and jazz music are organized here. Concerts are held almost daily, and on Sundays and public holidays three times a day.

The hall is built in the form of an amphitheater, and the stage is located almost in the center, which allows viewers to better see musicians.

The concert schedule can be found on the Internet or at the Cologne Music Box located next to the Roman-German Museum.

Philharmonic view from above

How to get there

Take tram 5, 16, 18 to the Kölner Hauptbahnhof station.

Watch the video: Lead up to the New York Philharmonic's Rehearsal in Cologne, Germany, 012810 (November 2024).

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