St. Cosmas and Damian

St. Cosmas and Damian is a neoclassical church with traditional elements and a single-nave design located north of Deliastrasse in the Volkhoven district of Cologne. The building displays typical features of 18th-century Catholic church architecture with clear lines and balanced proportions.

The church was built in the 18th century and reflects the building practices of that period in the Rhineland region. Its construction marks a phase of church development in this area of Cologne.

The church takes its name from Saints Cosmas and Damian, two figures honored in Christian tradition as healers and protectors of the sick. This choice of dedication shows how local communities expressed their values through the saints they selected to honor.

This is an active worship space where regular Catholic services take place for local residents in the Volkhoven district. Visitors should check service times before visiting to find the best moment to experience the church at its fullest.

Architect Eduard Endler designed this church with specific architectural choices that set it apart from the nearby Alt St. Cosmas and Damian. This contrast shows how designers of that era created different versions while working within the same religious tradition.