Which perfume house is associated with 4711 Original Eau de Cologne?

Mäurer & Wirtz is the perfume house associated with 4711 Original Eau de Cologne.

The 4711 fragrance has roots in Cologne, Germany, and its name comes from the house number assigned to the business during the French occupation of the city. The product became famous as a classic eau de cologne with a light citrus-and-herbal character.

The brand name 4711 is often used as though it were the company name, but 4711 is the product and trademark identity. Mäurer & Wirtz is the company that owns and produces the fragrance today. That distinction makes the answer more specific than simply saying “4711.”

4711 is also frequently confused with the generic category “eau de cologne.” In this case, Eau de Cologne is part of the product’s historical name, while 4711 identifies the particular German fragrance brand.