Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum, Sports museum in Rheinauhafen, Cologne, Germany
The Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum is a facility in Cologne dedicated to the history of sports around the world, housed in a former customs building. Inside, visitors find exhibition spaces with objects from different sports and time periods, spanning from ancient times to the present day.
The origin of the museum traces back to plans from the 1970s, with the foundation established in 1982 and the project finally opening in 1999. The transformation of a former customs building at the Rheinauhafen made it possible to create this space dedicated to sports history.
The museum shows how sports have been lived and celebrated in Germany across different eras, from ancient games to modern Olympic competitions. Visitors can see how sport has shaped society and everyday life through the objects and stories displayed here.
The best way to get oriented at the museum is to arrive early, especially on weekends when more visitors are expected. For larger groups, guided tours are available to help you better understand the exhibitions.
The roof of the building offers something special: there are real sports fields where visitors can actually try different sports themselves. These fields also offer a clear view of the Rhine and make the museum a place where you can participate, not just observe.
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