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Oh you merry one: The 5 most beautiful Christmas markets in Cologne

When Mariah echoes through the supermarkets, when the thermometer drops below zero and the world is plunged into darkness at four o’clock in the afternoon, that can only mean one…

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4 wonderful ideas for your Valentine’s Day in Cologne

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you definitely want to spend it in Cologne, but you’re not sure what to do? We’ll show you the most beautiful activities…
Cologne’s latest superlative attraction for 2026: Why this immersive world with 11 themed rooms will wow you

The year 2026 is casting its shadow ahead and Cologne is preparing for a year full of superlatives. Anyone who knows the city on the Rhine knows that…
ABBA, Cher, the Bee Gees and more: this epic party in Cologne will have you dancing to the biggest disco hits of the 70s & 80s

Anyone who thinks that Cologne can only do carnival will be proven wrong at this party: the Rhine metropolis is transformed into a dazzling disco paradise for you with…
2026 can come: The 5 best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Cologne
The 7 best plans Cologne has to offer in January

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Glass ban, rail traffic restrictions and road closures: What you need to know before the start of carnival on 11.11. in Cologne

The carnival season is finally approaching – on November 11, Cologne will once again be transformed into the most colorful city in Germany. From morning until late at night, you…
October 4, 2025

New superblock at Stadtgarten in Cologne: pedestrians will soon have the right of way here

There’s no question that every district in Cologne is a “superblock”. Because almost everywhere in the cathedral city is a…
July 14, 2022

Today is International Non-Binary Day

Today, July 14, is International Non-Binary Day. The day was invented in a blog post by the author Katje von Loon. She lamented the lack of visibility…
Serhij Zhadan receives the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade
Google Earth shows the real impact of climate change

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What can you do in Cologne this weekend (October 28-30)?

You can do all of this in Cologne this weekend Don’t know what to do this weekend? No problem. We’ll be sharing new tips on parties, art,…
Coldplay’s greatest hits live by candlelight!

Tributes to Coldplay by candlelight: In September, you have three opportunities to experience one of these candlelight concerts. The London band – Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and…
The magical Candlelight concerts are back!

The cathedral city is once again the venue for the unique Candlelight concert series. Not to…
5 places where you can escape the heatwave

Unfortunately, heat-related deaths and forest fires are now commonplace across Europe and 30 degrees quickly feels like 40, especially in the cities. Cologne is also being hit by the heatwave,…

Oh you merry one: The 5 most beautiful Christmas markets in Cologne

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Cologne Central Station will be closed for 10 days in mid-November: These detour await you

Christmas magic and magical moments: This is what December brings to Cologne!

6 autumn excursion destinations around Cologne that you can easily reach by train

What’s on this weekend in Cologne? The best tips and events (December 19 – 21)

Things To Do

4 wonderful ideas for your Valentine’s Day in Cologne

Cologne’s latest superlative attraction for 2026: Why this immersive world with 11 themed rooms will wow you

ABBA, Cher, the Bee Gees and more: this epic party in Cologne will have you dancing to the biggest disco hits of the 70s & 80s

2026 can come: The 5 best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Cologne

The 7 best plans Cologne has to offer in January

Top News

Glass ban, rail traffic restrictions and road closures: What you need to know before the start of carnival on 11.11. in Cologne

New superblock at Stadtgarten in Cologne: pedestrians will soon have the right of way here

Today is International Non-Binary Day

Serhij Zhadan receives the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade

Google Earth shows the real impact of climate change

Secret Guides

What can you do in Cologne this weekend (October 28-30)?

Coldplay’s greatest hits live by candlelight!

The magical Candlelight concerts are back!

5 places where you can escape the heatwave