Petersglocke, Bell in Cologne Cathedral, Germany
The Petersglocke stands in the south tower of Cologne Cathedral measuring 322 centimeters in diameter and weighing 24,000 kilograms.
Cast in 1923 by Heinrich Ulrich in Apolda, this bell replaced the former Kaiserglocke, which was removed during World War I for metal requirements.
The bell rings on major religious occasions, including Christmas, Easter, and the declaration of new Archbishops of Cologne.
Visitors can access the south tower of Cologne Cathedral to view the bell, while maintaining distance during ringing times to protect their hearing.
The Petersglocke maintains its position as the second largest freely swinging bell worldwide, producing a deep C note when struck.
Location: Köln
Inception: May 5, 1923
Official opening: November 30, 1924
Diameter: 322 cm
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Bells of Cologne Cathedral
Address: Domkloster 4, 50667 Köln, Germany
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 06:00-20:00
Phone: +4922117940555
Website: https://koelner-dom.de
GPS coordinates: 50.94106,6.95721
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:19
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