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Cologne Cathedral in History

  • Aug 15, 1248

    Foundation stone of the dom

    Foundation stone of the dom
    The foundation stone of the Gothic Cathedral was laid on the 15th August 1248 within the celebration for the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
  • Period: to

    Construction stopped

    In the early 16th century building was stopped – partly due to the lack of money, partly due to the lack of interest.
  • Construction continues

    Construction continues
    In 1842, the King Friedrich Wilhelm IV laid the foundation stone for the continuation of building work.
  • Cathedral Completed

    Cathedral Completed
    The Cathedral was completed in 1880 – in accordance with the plan originating from the Middle Ages – in a record time of only 38 years.
  • Period: to

    Dom survived the World War II

    Dom suffered from the World War II but it did not collapse
  • The repair work finished

    The repair work finished
    The repair to the damage of the church during World War II was finished in 1956