Cottbus Favorite Places: Old Town Tour Lets You Experience Cottbus Anew

Discover Cottbus on Foot: The Old Town Tour Full of Favorite Places

This old town tour invites you to a relaxed discovery experience through the historic heart of Cottbus. Accompanied by experienced tour guides, we will visit places that shape the cityscape and make local history tangible. The tour starts in front of the CottbusService at the Stadthalle Cottbus and lasts for 90 minutes. ([cottbus-tourismus.de](https://cottbus-tourismus.de/de/sommer/cottbus-erleben/veranstaltungskalender/artikel-cottbuser_lieblingsplaetze_altstadtrundgang_do_-17.html))

Historical Traces Between Old Market and City Wall

The tour leads to the favorite spots of the people of Cottbus: Old Market, City Wall, Amtsteich, Art Museum, and Tannery Houses are on the agenda. This city tour connects architectural impressions with cultural heritage and shows how Cottbus has developed from its medieval city center to its vibrant present. The city itself was first mentioned in a document in 1156 and looks back on over 3000 years of settlement history. ([cottbus-tourismus.de](https://cottbus-tourismus.de/de/sommer/cottbus-erleben/veranstaltungskalender/artikel-cottbuser_lieblingsplaetze_altstadtrundgang_do_-17.html))

A Walk with a Focus on Details

Those who truly want to get to know Cottbus will experience more than just sights on this tour: The path reveals atmosphere, perspectives, and stories to touch. The stations around the historic city center, the old town, and the cultural sites convey a particularly authentic feeling of the city. The city museum also confirms the high importance of local history for the town. ([cottbus.de](https://cottbus.de/geschichte-und-traditionen/stadtmuseum-und-stadtarchiv/?utm_source=openai))

Meeting Point, Service, and Arrival

The meeting point is in front of the CottbusService at the Stadthalle Cottbus, Berliner Platz 6, 03046 Cottbus. Arrival by train, bus, and car is easy; the nearest parking garage is called Spreegalerie. The Stadthalle is equipped with a wheelchair ramp and elevator. ([cottbus-tourismus.de](https://cottbus-tourismus.de/de/sommer/cottbus-erleben/veranstaltungskalender/artikel-cottbuser_lieblingsplaetze_altstadtrundgang_do_-17.html))

Tickets and Participant Numbers

The tour takes place on August 06, 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or on the day of the event starting 15 minutes before the tour at the CottbusService. The maximum number of participants is 30 people including children. The admission fee is 12 euros for adults and 11 euros reduced. ([cottbus-tourismus.de](https://cottbus-tourismus.de/de/sommer/cottbus-erleben/veranstaltungskalender/artikel-cottbuser_lieblingsplaetze_altstadtrundgang_do_-17.html))

Conclusion: This old town tour is ideal for everyone who wants to discover Cottbus compactly, vibrantly, and with an expert look. Secure your spot now and experience the old town as an inspiring piece of city history. ([cottbus-tourismus.de](https://cottbus-tourismus.de/de/sommer/cottbus-erleben/veranstaltungskalender/artikel-cottbuser_lieblingsplaetze_altstadtrundgang_do_-17.html))

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Sources:

• Cottbus Favorite Places: Old Town Tour (Thu) - Cottbus Tourism
• CottbusService Tourist Information - Cottbus Tourism
• Stadthalle Cottbus - CMT Cottbus
• History of the City - City Cottbus/Chóśebuz
• Brandenburg State Museum for Modern Art - City Cottbus/Chóśebuz
• Official Bulletin No. 11/2026 - City Cottbus/Chóśebuz