Very disappointing museum. Limited creativity in the displays and extremely bad lighting. You get the feeling that someone had a few memorabilia, and felt the need to display them, rather than creating a space that inspires and entertains the visitor. Once you have entered the Foyer you have seen some of the most interesting things. Not worth spending the money to see the rest.

It has some amazing sporting equipment, donated by various famous athletes. I really loved that Para-sport is also included. Interactive part was fun.

Ich war anlässlich einer Fortbildungsveranstaltung hier. Das Museum ist nicht nur ein interessanter Ort auf Grund seiner besonderen Exponate, es bietet auch den Raum und den Service für hervorragende Fortbildungsveranstaltungen.

Es ist ein eher kleines Museum nähe des Schokomuseums am Rhein gelegen. Wir waren mit 3 sportbegeisterten 11 jährigen Mädels dort. Es war interessant verschiedene Sportarten gezeigt zu bekommen. Man durfte auch einiges probieren wie Kicker, Fußballwand, verschiedene Geräte des Geräteturnens oder in den Boxring steigen. Die Geschichte der Olympiade war interessant gestaltet. Auf dem Dach könnte man sich auch austoben bei verschiedenen Ballsportarten.

The history of the Olympic Games, sports people play today and what's going on in the world of sports - it covers a lot, but I found it a bit broad and thin. Interesting floor plan with interactive sports equipments. Just next to the Chocolate Museum, so it's great to visit as family. Only €3 for students!

Wer sich für die deutsche Sport und Olympiageschichte bis hin zur Gegenwart interessiert, ist im Deutschen Sport und Olympiamuseum genau richtig. Ein schönes Museum, nicht zu klein und nicht zu groß, mit vielen interessanten Exponaten und jeder Menge an Informationen wartet auf die Besucher. Auch für Familien mit Kindern wird hier einiges an "Mitmach-Aktionen" geboten. Die Informationstexte beschränken sich auf das Wesentliche und sind aus meiner Sicht nicht zu lang. Draußen gibt es noch eine kleine Terrasse mit Blick auf den Rhein und einem kleinen mobilen Café. Für kleineres Gepäck sind ausreichend Schließfächer vorhanden.

Nicht nur ein interessantes Museum, sondern eine ideale Location für eine Vortragsveranstaltung mit abendlichem Vorprogramm. Hier kann man sich in lockerer Atmosphäre sehr schön austauschen. Die Lage direkt am Rhein ist wunderschön. Insbesondere bei warmen Wetter lässt sich die Zeit hier genießen.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Sehr interessant

If you're into sports, specifically sports history and interesting facts about some aspects of it then this museum is definitely for you. If you aren't that kind of person though, it's honestly a little on the boring side of things as there is not a whole lot to do. Also, the prices for food and especially drinks in the lobby are completely absurd. 2,50€ for a 0,2L Coca Cola.

Really well done! Great mix of hands-on & reading-also a great view from the roof!

Schönes, interessantes Museum, welches einige tolle Exponate der Sportgeschichte ansprechend präsentiert. Besonders gut für Familien geeignet. Mir hat die Kurt Brumme Galerie sehr gut gefallen. Vom Dach aus hat man einen tollen Blick auf den Rhein. Ein Besuch ist zu empfehlen.

Honestly, we didn't expect this museum to be very good or interesting. We only went because it was raining, but we spent more than two hours here Our children really enjoyed trying the football activity, table tennis, the gymnastics horse and beam, the balancing balls, racing bike...there were SO many fun things to try out. The museum website really should show more photos of these enjoyable, interactive things to encourage visitors to come. It wasn't very clear from the website. For adults, there is a lot of information in German and English about the history of the Olympic Games. The main downside is that the café isn't really a café! Don't expect to get anything fresh to eat here, certainly. There are vending machines, though.

Für Sportliebhaber ein Paradies, das zum ausdauernden Verweilen verführt. Absoluter Favorit ist im Erdgeschoss die Galerie der WDR Ikone Kurt Brumme. Tolle Einzelstücke mit Hang zur Nostalgie.

It has a great summary of sport events in history. I would highly recommend it, if you are interested in sports.

Very nice place for those who like to know history of various sports in German and olympics games

(Translated by Google) The museum seems to be ok, but there was too little information for my presentation for the presentation. (Original) Das Museum scheint ganz ok zu sein, aber für das Referat gab es zu wenige Informationen für mein Referat.

(Translated by Google) Quite hot in summer as it is not air conditioned. Definitely worth a visit though, with lots to see and lots of activities for the kids. Sports fields on the roof can be used. (Original) Im Sommer ziemlich heiß, da nicht klimatisiert. Trotzdem auf jeden Fall einen Besuch wert, es gibt viel zu sehen und für Kinder jede Menge Aktivitäten. Sportplätze auf dem Dach können benutzt werden.

(Translated by Google) Interesting exhibition, which ranges from ancient sports to modern. For example, you can see how sports shoes have evolved over time and have become lighter and more powerful. Unfortunately everything looks a bit dusty. A timely update of some presentations would do the museum good. (Original) Interessante Ausstellung, welche vom Sport in der Antike bis hin zur Moderne reicht. Man kann zum Beispiel sehen, wie sich Sportschuhe im Laufe der Zeit entwickelt haben und immer leichter und leistungsfähiger geworden sind. Leider wirkt alles etwas angestaubt. Eine zeitgemäße Aktualisierung einiger Präsentationen würde dem Museum gut tun.

It was ok - somewhat dated….recommend going if you have nothing else to do.

Very interesting museum, plenty of facts and history about sports and the Olympics. I really enjoyed my visit and how interactive it was - you can ride a bike, run on tracks, practice gymnastics etc. +1 for the denunciation of world cup in Qatar and the losses. It's a very powerful and touching exhibition

Had a lovely time. Not as big as some of the other Museums in NRW but just as rich and interactive especially if you're a fan of sports.

Interesting museum, was nice that it included English on the pieces. Nice interactive parts too with a boxing ring, bicycle in a wind tunnel etc. Unable to make use of the football pitch upstairs but not to worry. Also nice surprise with Michael Schumacher's old car and overalls!

(Translated by Google) Really interesting, tours are exciting and lively, recommended (Original) Echt interessant, Führungen sind spannend und lebendig, empfehlenswert

Informative and well laid out. Interesting to see German sport for a change

Far for anything special and being really worth recommendation.

Worth visiting place with amazing activities

Passed a few hours in cologne. I am English so wouldn't easily pick up the cultural significance of all the exhibits. Good concept.

Good for elementary school kids. Nice touch that you actually can play soccer on the top of the museum... As a participant of the Rio 2016 Olympic games, I am seriously disappointed that the museum has absolutely nothing to say or show about that event...

Great place...must to visit again

Small exhibition with focus on German sports history and some original equipment and garment from famous players. Pretty detailed section on gymnastics

(Translated by Google) Great museum. The historical timeline shows very nicely how sport developed. Very nice interesting exhibits. Suitable for the whole family. I think the sports field on the roof is great. (Original) Tolles Museum. Sehr schön wird gezeigt anhand des Geschitlichen Zeitstrahl wie sich der Sport entwickelt hat. Sehr schöne interessante Exponate. Für die ganze Familie geeignet. Toll finde ich den Sportplatz auf dem Dach.

(Translated by Google) Also very interesting for children (Original) Auch für Kinder super interessant

(Translated by Google) It was nice. Only the sports world largely ceased in the 90s ... (Original) Schön war es. Nur die Sportwelt hörte im Gross und Ganzen in den 90er Jahren auf...

(Translated by Google) Quite okay. (Original) Ganz okay.

(Translated by Google) Is not for me (Original) Ist nichts für mich

(Translated by Google) Great for interactive experiments (Original) Toll wegen interaktiven Experimenten

(Translated by Google) First-class exhibits. Very polite staff (Original) Erstklassige Exponate. Sehr höfliches Personal

(Translated by Google) If you are not German, take a guide (Original) Als je niet Duits bent neem dan een gids

(Translated by Google) Regardless of the age of the school class, the perfect destination: educational, exciting, something for everyone and the "location" near the cathedral is also easy to reach. Our tour with was more of an invitation to try it out, ... everything was great! We will be back. (Original) Unabhängig vom Alter der Schulklasse das perfekte Ausflugsziel: lehrreich, spannend, für alle etwas dabei und die "Location" unweit des Doms ist auch noch super erreichbar. Unsere Führung mit war eher eine Einladung zum Ausprobieren,... alles top! Wir kommen wieder.

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(Translated by Google) Great (Original) Toll

(Translated by Google) Bad for wheelchair users Elevator too small for wheelchair users. (Original) Schlecht für Rollstuhlfahrer aufzug für Rollstuhlfahrer zu klein.

(Translated by Google) Very very nice (Original) Sehr sehr schön

(Translated by Google) Beautiful interesting pastime (Original) Schöner interessanter Zeitvertreib

(Translated by Google) Interesting exhibits for 6 euros. A real snapper. (Original) Für 6 Euro Eintritt einige interessante Exponate. Ein echter Schnapper.

(Translated by Google) Today we celebrated the third birthday in the Museum Children's Birthday. We had a lot of fun. The children were well looked after. The staff very friendly. , Tamara has had a lot of fun with the children for the second time. Thank you and see you soon. (Original) Wir haben heute zum dritten Mal im Museum Kindergeburtstag gefeiert. Es hat uns ganz viel Spaß gemacht. Die Kinder sind gut betreut worden. Die Mitarbeiter sehr freundlich. . Tamara hat zum zweiten Mal die Kinder mit viel Erfolg bespasst. Danke und auf ein baldiges Wiedersehen.

(Translated by Google) Very impressive .. Anyone who is in Cologne and is interested in sports should definitely stop by here. (Original) Sehr beeindruckend.. Wer in Köln ist und sich für Sport interessiert sollte hier auf jeden Fall vorbei schauen.

(Translated by Google) It was really great and I had a lot of fun (Original) Es war voll toll und ich habe sehr viel Spaß gehabt

(Translated by Google) If you are interested in sports, this is the place for you. Entry is acceptable. Exhibition very good (Original) Wer sich für Sport interessiert, ist hier richtig. Eintritt ist akzeptabel. Ausstellung sehr gut

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(Translated by Google) Great for rainy days. Time required about 1.5 to 2 hours. (Original) Toll für Regentage. Zeitbedarf etwa 1,5 bis 2 Stunden.

Wow! Really neat museum. Unique and fun! The staff was really friendly and helpful!

Very interesting learning about sport through the ages, quite a few neat activities to have fun with.

Small, club run museum. Fascinating history of sport

It was pretty interesting. They skipped over the people who got popped for drugs though.

The museum is decent, that I can't complain. The receptionist could've been nicer she wasn't very inviting at all, and that 1st interaction is everything for me. It's one of the things I hold against people and establishments. Moving forward the museum is worth seeing, has some pretty unique things inside and a few interactive displays. Would I go back? Yeah I'd revisit, maybe I'll get a different receptionist.

I enjoyed visiting with my friends and family 👪

The decision for a German "Sport Museum" dates back to an agreement of the German Sports Association and the German National Olympic Committee in 1978. It took until 1996 to take this to fruition. The German Sport & Olympia Museum not only conveys sports-historical, but also political, socio-critical and historical-historical connections. It has been well accepted by the general public and has become a pilgrimage place for school classes. Despite the fact, that the building is utterly unattractive. Its location in the center of Cologne on the banks of the Rhine river is, however, spectacular and convenient. And it is adjacent to the Chocolate Museum!

Nicely organized

So much history, so much to see.

(Translated by Google) Learned a lot of interesting things. Great casual tours. (Original) Viel Interessanten gelernt. Tolle lockere Führungen.

(Translated by Google) A must for fans of sports history. Legendary exhibits! (Original) Für Freunde der Sportgeschichte ein Muss. Legendäre Exponate!

(Translated by Google) Very interesting and the food is good too. (Original) Sehr interessant und das Essen ist auch gut.

(Translated by Google) Great leadership. A must for museum lovers who are also athletes at the same time (Original) Super Führung. Ein muss für Museumsliebhaber die auch gleichzeitig Sportler sind

(Translated by Google) Nice museum, lots of things you can touch. Could have been a little more detailed in part. (Original) Nettes Museum, vieles auch zum Anfassen. Hätte teils noch etwas ausführlicherr sein können.

(Translated by Google) We had a great guide. It was fun (Original) Wir hatten einen tollen Führer. Es hat Spaß gemacht.👍👍

(Translated by Google) I think it's very good because you can look at a lot because everything is original, the fajle from 72 is also (Original) Ich finde es sehr gut da mann viel sich anschauen kann da alles original ist die fajle aus 72 auch

(Translated by Google) Didn't speak to me (Original) Hat mich nicht angesprochen

(Translated by Google) Super unfriendly condition, frozen cheesecake. I wasn't allowed to order Caprisonne because it's only for children. Settlement took far too long and received 10 euros too little change. (Original) Super unfreundliche Bedingung, Tiefkühl Kesekuchen. Caprisonne durfte ich mir nicht bestellen weil es nur für Kinder ist. Abrechnen hat viel zu lange gedauert und 10 Euro zu wenig Wechselgeld bekommen.

(Translated by Google) Designed with great attention to detail (Original) Mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum about the whole history of the sport (Original) Sehr schönes Museum über die ganzen Geschichte des Sports

(Translated by Google) Interesting museum with many exhibits. Nevertheless, I wanted some spectacular exhibits with corresponding video accompaniment from some of the greats of German sport. Still worth a visit. (Original) Interessantes Museum mit vielen Ausstellungsstücken. Hatte mir aber dennoch etwas spektakuläre Exponate mit entsprechender Videobegleitung von einigen Größen des deutschen Sports gewünscht. Dennoch einen Besuch wert.

(Translated by Google) cool (Original) Super

(Translated by Google) Very courteous staff. Have explained everything to the children with us (Original) Sehr zuvorkommendes Personal. Haben den Kindern bei uns alles schön erklärt

(Translated by Google) A great and varied museum that is not only something for sports enthusiasts. At some stations you can try out the sports yourself (or play football on the roof at the end). Unfortunately, it is quite warm in summer (not so pleasant with a mask during Corona), as there is a climate. Otherwise an exciting experience! (Original) Ein tolles und abwechslungsreiches Museum, das nicht nur was für Sportbegeisterte ist. An einigen Stationen kann man die Sportarten selbst ausprobieren (oder am Ende auf dem Dach Fußball spielen). Leider ist es im Sommer recht warm (mit Maske während Corona nicht so angenehm), da eine Klima vorhanden ist. Ansonsten ein spannendes Erlebnis!

(Translated by Google) Nice exhibition about Olympia. I think it could have given more about the individual sports and their development in an overview (e.g. like the room about boxing). Otherwise very satisfied! Worth a visit if you are interested in sports :) (Original) Schöne Ausstellung über Olympia. Ich finde es hätte noch mehr über die einzelnen Sportarten und ihrer Entwicklung im Überblick geben können (zB. Wie der Raum über Boxsport). Sonst sehr zufrieden!! Besuch wert, wenn man an Sport interessiert ist :)

(Translated by Google) Only stayed in the bistro. Refreshing, not too sweet currant spritzer. (Original) Waren nur im Bistro. Erfrischende, nicht zu süße Johannisbeerschorle.

(Translated by Google) Great museum and a MUST HAVE for sports fanatics who are also into history. Unfortunately, we weren't allowed to take dogs in, but nowadays that is hardly allowed anywhere. (Original) Tolles Museum und ein MUSS für Sportfanatiker, die sich auch für die Geschichte interessieren. Leider durften wir keine Hunde mit rein nehmen, aber das ist ja heutzutage sowieso fast nirgends mehr erlaubt.

(Translated by Google) Great exhibition, good information (Original) Tolle Ausstellung, gute Informationen

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum (Original) Heel leuk museum

(Translated by Google) The museum got off to a promising start in antiquity. Then it continues with the start of the Olympic Games in the 19th century. An effort is made to be interactive. There is an accompanying app and various stations to join in. Otherwise, quite a lot of information boards and a large timeline, which shows highlights worth mentioning in the history of sports. Unfortunately, the museum does not even begin to deal with the subject of doping (1 small showcase), corruption or protests (once mentioned as "negative reflection"). Not even the consequences (positive or negative) of hosting the Olympic Games are mentioned. Very surprising at a time when most European countries keep ending their bid for the Olympic Games. A positive mention should be made of soccer fields on the roof and around 5 table football games as well as a goal wall. Balls for this can be borrowed for free. Interactive nice, but overall rather disappointing. (Original) Das Museum startet vielversprechend in der Antike. Anschließend geht es mit dem Start der Olympischen Spiele im 19. jhd weiter. Es wird sich bemüht, interaktiv zu sein. So gibt es eine begleit-App und diverse Stationen zum Mitmachen. Ansonsten Recht viele Infotafeln und einem großen Zeitstrahl, der erwähnenswerte Höhepunkte in der Sportgeschichte aufzeigt. Leider setzt sich das Museum nicht ansatzweise mit dem Thema Doping (1 kleiner Schaukasten), Korruption oder Proteste (einmal als "negative Reflexion" erwähnt) auseinander. Nichtmal die Folgen (positiv wie negativ) von der Austragung von Olympischen Spielen werden erwähnt. Sehr verwunderlich in einer Zeit in der die meisten Europäischen Länder eine Bewerbung um die Olympischen Spiele immer wieder beenden. Positiv zu erwähnen sind Fußballplätze auf dem Dach und rund 5 Tischkicker sowie eine Torwand. Bälle dafür kann man sich kostenlos ausleihen. Interaktiv nett, im insgesamten aber eher enttäuschend.

(Translated by Google) My guests and their children were absolutely thrilled. Unfortunately, I myself had to wait in the restaurant with our dog. That in turn was very pleasant with very friendly staff. (Original) Meine Gäste und deren Kinder waren hellauf begeistert. Ich selbst musste mit unserem Hund leider im Restaurant warten. Das wiederum war sehr angenehm mit sehr freundlichem Personal.

(Translated by Google) Nice. Detailed and very interesting .. helpful petsonal .. friendly explanation .. just forgot to see who owned the Formula 1 racing car (Original) Nett .ausführlich und sehr interessant..hilfbereites Petsonal ..freundlich erklärend ..habe nur vergessen zu schauen wem der Formel 1 Rennwagen gehörte

(Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Interessant

(Translated by Google) Nice, but not enough content. You'll be there in 30 minutes. Sorry. (Original) Nett, aber zu wenig Inhalte. Da ist man in 30 Minuten durch. Sorry.

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(Translated by Google) Interesting museum, especially for families with children. A wide exhibition and many activities that invite you to participate. The soccer field on the roof of the museum was particularly fun. (Original) Interessantes Museum, besonders für Familien mit Kindern. Eine breite Austellung und viele Aktivitäten, welche zum Mitmachen auffordern. Besonders lustig war das Fußballfeld auf dem Dach des Museums.

Very good museum, recommended

(Translated by Google) An alternative for the family on rainy days. Very informative and with interaction. (Original) Bei Regentagen eine alternative für die Familie. Sehr informativ und mit interaktion.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting museum, right next to that of the chocolate museum. A successful journey through time in the world of sport. Something for everyone. Very well researched and laid out. (Original) Sehr interessantes Museum, direkt neben dem der Schokoladenmuseum. Zeitreise in der Welt des Sports sehr gut gelungen. Für jeden was dabei. Sehr gut recherchiert und angelegt.

(Translated by Google) Very well made museum, suitable for those who love sports and, in particular, the German one (Original) Museo molto ben fatto, adatto per chi ama lo sport e, in particolare, quello tedesco

(Translated by Google) Great job ... lots of "hands-on things" 1 star deduction, we had more to say about handball (Original) Toll gemacht...viele "mitmach-Sachen" 1 Stern Abzug, wir hatten mehr zu Handball etwartet

Many sports to try out. Especially for kids

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Lots of information and fun stuff for all. The bike in the wind tunnel was a favorite on the hot day. The racetrack, soccer goal, gymnastics set-up, and boxing ring were great.

Pretty cool to see all the history of sport in Germany and around the world.

I had low expectations for this museum but was pleasantly surprised by the interactiveness and variety of things on show.

Interesting archive of German sport with good exhibits. Minor issue ,there did not appear to be a gift shop with books or gifts etc. also the interactive guide and app did not appear to have languages alternative to German.

Interesting museum about sport, focusing on the Olympics and German football and boxing.

Pretty fun museum! We were with a big group of 20 people but that was no problem for them. We got a guide who could paint a clear picture of what he was talking about. He was talking in German and I could even understand 95% of the time while I am not German. It was a great mix of learning by speech and learning by physical activity. Overall a great experience!

Good displays with some interactive parts but a shame that not all was billingual throughout the museum for us to enjoy. A decent family experience however!

It was a great experience. We took a tour and the guide was extremely friendly. I really recommend this place.

Would definitely suggest if you're into the Olympics/sports. Especially if you're German.