Cologne is the birthplace of Eau de Cologne, first made here in 1709. Travellers find the historic house where it began, with a shop, a fragrance museum and blending workshops.
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Johann Maria Farina created the original Eau de Cologne in Cologne in 1709, and the house still makes it under the Farina family. It calls itself the world's oldest family perfumer, and its shop and museum sit in the same old town building on Obenmarspforten.
Blend your own scent with an expert and take the bottle home. Check the booking page for the current price. How prices compare in other cities.
Blend your own Eau de Cologne with a guide in the building where the original was created. Open workshops take up to 6 people, private sessions are possible.
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Guided tours through the house where Eau de Cologne was first made in 1709, telling the story of the Farina family and how the scent is made. On weekends an actor in Rococo costume plays the perfumer.
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