Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium

The Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium is an educational institution in Altstadt-Süd located at Severinstrasse 241, combining traditional German school architecture with contemporary learning spaces. The building is protected as a heritage monument while housing modern facilities that support teaching and learning.

The institution was founded in 1825 and became one of the notable schools in the Rhineland region. It has passed through different phases of development and continues to shape the educational landscape of the neighborhood.

The school shapes the neighborhood as an established educational center rooted in classical German teaching methods. It works alongside modern international programs that make learning relevant for today's students.

The campus can be reached from several access points and has wheelchair-accessible entrances for visitors with mobility needs. For questions about visiting hours or special arrangements, contacting the school directly is recommended.

The school earned certification as an IB World School in 2006, joining a small group of German schools with this international recognition standard. This distinction reflects that the institution has gained academic acknowledgment well beyond the regional level.

Location: Altstadt-Süd

Inception: 1825

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: Severinstraße 241, 50676 Köln

Website: http://fwg-koeln.de

GPS coordinates: 50.93077,6.95645

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45