How long does the old town tour last?

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and starts at 10:00 AM.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is in front of CottbusService at Cottbus City Hall, Berliner Platz 6.

What is the admission price?

The price is 12 euros per adult, reduced 11 euros.

How large is the group?

The maximum number of participants is 30 people, including children.

Is the City Hall accessible?

Yes, the City Hall has a wheelchair ramp and an elevator for all levels.

How can I buy tickets?

Tickets are available online in advance or on the day of the event from 15 minutes before the start on site at CottbusService.

Experience Cottbus up close: Old Town Tour to the most beautiful favorite spots

Name: Cottbus Favorite Spots: Old Town Tour (Sat)
Start: 2026-08-15T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-15T13:30:00+02:00
Location: Stadthalle Cottbus

Discover Cottbus on foot: Old Town tour to the city's favorite spots

This old town tour invites you to a vibrant discovery experience through the historical heart of Cottbus. Accompanied by experienced city guides, the tour leads to places that continue to shape the cityscape today: Altmarkt, city wall, Amtsteich, art museum, and tanning houses.

Historical urban spaces with character

The tour combines local history with immediate impressions from the city center. Cottbus boasts a settlement history of over 3000 years and was first mentioned in documents in 1156. This depth is felt on the tour as medieval traces, urban squares, and cultural heritage weave together into a coherent cityscape.

From Altmarkt to the Tanning Houses

The stroll offers a varied view of the historical center. The Altmarkt serves as a classic anchor point, while the city wall and tanning houses tell the story of the city's artisanal and architectural traditions. At Amtsteich and near cultural places like the art museum, the atmosphere emerges that makes Cottbus special as a city tour.

Comfortably planned for a relaxed morning

The tour starts in front of CottbusService at the Cottbus City Hall. The meeting point is centrally located at Berliner Platz 6 and is easily accessible due to its inner-city location. To participate, you can book in advance online or purchase tickets on site from 15 minutes before the start. The maximum group size is 30 people, including children, allowing for a personal and well-understood tour.

Accessible arrival and enjoying the city

The Cottbus City Hall has a wheelchair ramp at the entrance and an elevator for all levels. Nearby, there are parking garages and parking spaces within short distance, including Spree Galerie, City Parking Garage, Oberkirchplatz, Jahnstraße/Klosterstraße, and the parking lot of Deutsche Post. Arriving by public transport is also conveniently possible according to the event location.

Conclusion: For those who want to see Cottbus with new eyes, this offers a compact and culture-rich city tour with real favorite spots, exciting history, and a pleasant group size. Ideal for everyone who wants to intensively discover the historical center and take a piece of Cottbus identity home with them. Now mark the old town tour and book the tour!