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  • Enjoy a cocktail at Cologne Beach Club on the banks of the Rhine

    Enjoy a cocktail at Cologne Beach Club on the banks of the Rhine

  • Thousands flock to the carnival celebrations each year

    Thousands flock to the carnival celebrations each year

  • Explore Cologne

    Explore Cologne

  • Cologne is the fourth-largest city in Germany

    Cologne is the fourth-largest city in Germany

  • Cologne Dom

    Cologne Dom

City Breaks » Cologne City Breaks

Cologne city breaks are an excellent starting point for exploring the nearby Rhine Valley. Cologne, one of Germany's oldest cities, is a vibrant metropolis famous for its historic gems and vivacious carnival celebrations. The twin spires of the Gothic cathedral tower over the heart of the charming Old Town and its countless cultural and historic treasures.

The City has many bustling bars and restaurants for those looking to wine and dine, offering a wide range of cuisines, wines and ales to suit any taste. Away from the bustle of the City, the peaceful gardens and museums offer a look into the past and a place to relax and unwind. As Germany's fourth largest city, Cologne is a famous Mecca for shopping lovers. The world feels at home in Cologne - this lively and cosmopolitan city has something for everyone. Those on Dusseldorf City Breaks and Cologne breaks can expect to be fascinated by the many storytellers and locals that tell mythical tales of the city's glorious past.

Cologne City Break

Your Cologne city break wouldn't be complete without a visit to the Cologne Cathedral. Constructed over more than six centuries by devoted Christians, the Cologne Cathedral is a sight to behold. Housing many artistic masterpieces and built with impressive architecture that itself can be seen in artists artwork, the Cathedral is awe inspiring both inside and out.

A Cologne Christmas Market is an ideal starting point to explore Cologne during the festive season. With about 80 white marquee pagoda tents and roof peaks appearing like ship sails, culinary delicacies and pirate shows, this is a Christmas Market with a difference.

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All the big department stores and designer shops can be found on Hohe Strasse and Schildergasse. A variety of stylish boutiques are located on Ehrenstrasse and Breite Strasse, while Mittelstrasse and Pfeilstrasse are popular for their exclusive designer outlets. Cologne is also emerging as the capital of contemporary art in Germany, and lately the city seems to be brimming with galleries.

Main shopping areas:

Schildergasse

The most popular shopping street of the city with many fashion and shoe shops.

Neumarkt Passage

For more exclusive shops head to Neumarkt Passage at Neumarkt Square.

Apostelnstrasse

Apostelnstrasse is a small, yet elegant shopping street in the heart of Cologne.

Department Store:

Peek & Cloppenburg

One of Germany's leading clothing retailer situated in a very uniquely designed building.

Art Galleries:

Galerie der Spiegel

The gallery that launched Cologne as a centre for art.

Galerie Michael Werner

An excellent gallery for both modern and experimental art which sells contemporary European, particularly German, painters.

Früh am Dom

This Cologne favourite by the Dom is a great choice to get a taste of traditional German dining. Enjoy a local brew and dine on hearty Rhineland meals of meats and vegetables. Locals say every visitor to the city must eat at least one meal here to get a flavour of the city.

Weinhaus Brungs

This restaurant is located in Cologne's city centre with a beautiful wooden interior and a leafy open-air terrace serving excellent Rhine and Moselle wines as well as tasty regional cuisine.

Café Extrablatt

A very popular restaurant with locals and tourists alike in the heart of Cologne. The Sunday brunch will fill you up until supper.

Cologne Cathedral

A listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cologne Gothic Cathedral has been the city's famous landmark and one of Germany's most visited architectural monuments for centuries.

Cologne Old Town

The many colourful houses and narrow cobbled streets of Cologne's charming Old Town as well as the countless restaurants, bars and shops make this part of the city one of the most popular places to spend some time.

Rhine Promenade

Stroll along the Rhine and have a Kölsch (local beer) in one of the typical breweries along the way.

Cologne Philharmonie

This impressive building reveals Cologne's avid love for music. Located in the city centre, it is well worth a visit to take in the atmosphere and beauty of this magnificent concert hall.

Museum Ludwig

This stunning museum is the home of one of the world's largest collections of the works of Pablo Picasso. The museum is also home to a great collection of modern art from Dalí to Warhol. The American Pop Art collection rivals the Guggenheim Museum in New York.

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