Cologne is the largest city on the River Rhine and the city has been an important trading centre since the Roman era. Cologne has a rich history, visit the winding medieval streets of the Old Town to explore Cologne's past. Cologne is now a very lively and cosmopolitan city, especially at weekends, with excellent bars serving the local specialty beer (kolsch), and famous art museums, theatre, and opera.

Visit Cologne! From the bell tower in Cologne's Gothic cathedral you have a grand view of this 2,000-year-old city. To appreciate it even more, hop on a boat for an excursion on the Rhine. Cologne is a vast treasure trove: museums, castles, medieval buildings, Romanesque churches. Have a good time at the brewery pubs or come for carnival! Cologne Cathedral is one of the most fascinating architectural constructions in Germany; the 1500-step climb is undoubtedly worth the effort.

The old town with its many bars and shops is perfect for a leisurely stroll. Also home to the world carnival. Attractions include Kölner Dom, Phantasialand, Römisch-Germanisches Museum, Schildergasse, Alter Markt, Schokoladenmuseum, Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, Melatenfriedhof, Biergarten am Aachener Weiher and Rheinterrassen.