The Haunting Spirits of Cologne Cathedral
The cathedral of Cologne, Germany, a monumental piece of Gothic architecture, holds an eerie legend. Its origins date back to […]
Folklore, ghost stories
Cologne, Folklore, German folklore
Heinzelmaennchen of Cologne
In the heart of Cologne, Germany, itself a city rich in history and culture, a folklore persists for centuries about
Cologne, Folklore, Legend
The Legend of the Heinzelmännchen of Cologne
A significant tale from Cologne, a city that sits around 50.9382° N, 6.9561° E, revolves around the figure of the
Folklore, mythology, urban legend
The Legend of the Heinzelmaennchen of Cologne
The Heinzelmaennchen are famous German mythical creatures comparably to Gnomes, which were supposed to have lived in the city of
Folklore, ghost stories, legends
The Legend of The Headless Horseman of Brühl
Tales of ghostly apparitions have filled the history of Brühl, a town located near the coordinates you have provided. Among
Folklore, Legend, myth
The Legend of the Stoned Bridge
This particular folklore is rooted right in the heart of Cologne, Germany, and dates back to the 15th Century, centering
Folklore, legends, spiritual beliefs
The Legend of the Klabautermann
The tale of Klabautermann dates back to the late 18th Century, straight from the heart of the German maritime culture.
Folklore, ghost stories
The Legend of Melaten Cemetery
Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Germany, a stone’s throw from the city centre, is the Melaten Cemetery. Established following
European Folklore, Fairy Tales, Folklore
Heinzelmännchen: The Helpful Gnomes of Cologne
The legendary tale of the Heinzelmännchen originates from the city of Cologne, in the heartland of Germany. According to folklore,
Folklore, legends, Romance
The Legend of Jan von Werth
Under the shadows of the majestic Cologne Cathedral, the old city hides a tale of love, woes, and rekindled romance.