Fischweiber-Brunnen: A Historical Gem in Cologne

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof), exit the station and head towards the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom). Walk directly towards the cathedral, and once you reach the square in front of it, turn left onto the street called 'Bischofsgartenstraße'. Continue walking until you reach the Rhine River. At the river, turn right and walk along the riverbank (Rheinpromenade) for about 10 minutes. You will pass several restaurants and cafes. Keep an eye out for a large fountain as you approach Frankenwerft. The Fischweiber-Brunnen is located at Frankenwerft 33, on your right, near the riverside.

• Public Transport

  From Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof), take tram line 1, 7, or 9 from the station. Ride for just one stop to 'Heumarkt'. Once you get off, follow the signs for 'Rhein' to exit towards the Rhine River. When you reach the river, turn left and walk along the promenade for about 5 minutes. You will see the Fischweiber-Brunnen at Frankenwerft 33, situated by the riverside.

• Walking

  Starting from the Old Town (Altstadt), head towards the Alter Markt square. From there, walk straight towards the river (Rhein). Once you reach the river, turn right onto the Rhine promenade. Continue walking along the promenade for about 10 minutes. The Fischweiber-Brunnen will be located at Frankenwerft 33 on your right-hand side, near the water.