We explore the history of the Neumarkt Square. Meaning “New Market” in English, the square is not that new anymore. Founded in 1076 it has seen a lot since then.
Mercator Map showing Neumarkt in 1571

Horse Market in 1880

Neumarkt Square as parading ground in 1914

Neumarkt Square in 1942

Kunsthaus Lempertz in 1961

French Troops erect the liberty tree at Neumarkt Square

You can find this painting in the History Museum of Cologne: Link
The Ice Creme Cone

The Horses from the Richmodis Legend

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