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Lindt Chocolate Museum
Museum Gallery
4.3 (35182 reviews)
Exhibits tracing the history of chocolate, from the Aztecs to today, housed in waterside museum.
Am Schokoladenmuseum 1A, 50678 Köln, Germany
+49 221 9318880
Did You Know?
Museum Opening
The Imhoff-Schokoladenmuseum, now known as the Lindt Chocolate Museum, opened its doors in 1993, founded by German chocolate magnate Dr. Hans Imhoff.
Partnership
Since 2006, the renowned Swiss chocolatier Lindt has partnered with the museum, adding to its chocolatey charm.
Custom Chocolate Bar
Visitors can create their own personalized chocolate bars at the Lindt Atelier for a small fee of around 4€.
Cocoa Plant Showcase
The museum features a greenhouse where visitors can see live cocoa plants, offering a glimpse into the origins of chocolate.
Highlights from Reviews
• informative exhibits
Many visitors found the museum very informative, with exhibits covering the history, production, and sustainability of chocolate.
• free samples
The museum offers free chocolate samples throughout the tour, including wafers dipped in a chocolate fountain.
• factory experience
Visitors can observe the chocolate-making process and even create their own personalized chocolate bar.
• central location
The museum is conveniently located and easily accessible, often within walking distance from Cologne Cathedral.
• wonderful gift shop
Many visitors praised the museum's gift shop for its wide selection of chocolates and souvenirs.
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