Cottbus Favorite Places: Old Town Tour with New Views of the Old Town

Discover Cottbus on Foot: Old Town Tour with Favorite Places and City History

This city tour takes you straight into the historic heart of Cottbus. On June 30, 2026, the Old Town tour offers a view of those places where local history, architecture, and everyday culture combine into a vibrant discovery experience.

Main Market, City Wall, and the Quiet Power of the Old Town

The tour highlights the most beautiful perspectives of the city center and makes the historical structure of the city immediately perceptible. The Main Market and City Wall are among the defining stations where the medieval heritage and the developed urban culture are particularly vividly showcased. Those who truly want to understand Cottbus will feel here the character of a city that does not exhibit its past but integrates it into its present.

Amtsteich, Art Museum, and Tannery Houses as Cultural Anchors

Along the way, new images repeatedly unfold: calm water surfaces, striking facades, and houses that tell stories of craftsmanship, trade, and urban development. The Amtsteich adds a relaxed, almost contemplative note to the tour, while the Art Museum and Tannery Houses draw attention to culture, creativity, and traditional architectural history. Thus, a multifaceted walk through the cultural heritage of the city is created.

Guided with Local Knowledge and a Keen Sense

The tour is accompanied by guides from CottbusService, who shape the Old Town tour with local knowledge, secure orientation, and a clear eye for details. The start in front of CottbusService at Stadthalle Cottbus makes participation uncomplicated. The tour lasts from 10:00 to 11:30 AM and is designed for a maximum number of 30 participants, including children.

Meeting Point, Arrival, and Practical Information

The meeting point is located in front of CottbusService at Stadthalle Cottbus at Berliner Platz 6. The central location facilitates arrival by public transport as well as by car. Several parking options are available in the immediate vicinity, including the parking garages Spree Galerie and City-Parkhaus, as well as additional parking spaces around the Stadthalle area. The Stadthalle Cottbus also presents itself as significantly more accessible and offers better conditions for visitors with mobility limitations.

Tickets are available online in advance or on the day of the event from 15 minutes before the start directly at CottbusService. The regular price is 12.00 euros, reduced price is 11.00 euros for eligible groups.

Conclusion: A City Walk that Makes Cottbus Accessible

The Old Town tour is the ideal choice for all who want to experience Cottbus in its historical depth and urban atmosphere. Between Main Market, City Wall, and cultural locations unfolds a tour full of history, discoveries, and charming changes of perspective. Those who wish to authentically get to know the city should book this tour now.

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• Cottbus Tourism - Cottbus Favorite Places: Old Town Tour (Tue)
• Cottbus Tourism - Tours in Cottbus
• CMT Cottbus - Homepage
• CMT Cottbus - Visitor Service
• CMT Cottbus - Stadthalle Cottbus
• Cottbus Tourism - Tourist Information CottbusService
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• Cottbus Tourism - Event Calendar Entry