Cologne Cathedral

architecture · Germany · Gothic · world record

Super tall spires. Cologne Cathedral is 157 meters (515 feet) high, making it the tallest cathedral in the world and the tallest twin-spired church anywhere.

World Heritage Site. In 1996, this cathedral was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it is such an important example of German Catholicism and Gothic architecture.

Most visited landmark. About 6 million people visit Cologne Cathedral every year, making it Germany's most popular tourist attraction.

Home to an archbishop. The cathedral is the official seat of the Archbishop of Cologne and is where the leaders of the Archdiocese of Cologne work.

Gothic masterpiece. The cathedral's pointed arches, decorative details, and soaring design show why it's such a famous example of Gothic architecture.