Germany: Cologne
Areas in the city:
In a nutshell...
All roads in Cologne lead to its two-towered cathedral which reaches 157 metres into the sky and is visible from almost everywhere in the city. Construction took 632 years to finish, and it is one of the most celebrated architectural monuments in Germany today.
Cologne is distinguished from other German cities because of the 12 Roman churches that can be found within its medieval walls. From Gross St. Martin in the heart of the old town, to Ste. Maria, the largest of the Roman churches, built over the foundations of a Roman temple, St Gereon, surrounded by greenery and St Andreas, constructed on the ancient Roman wall.
Cologne wouldn’t have its reputation if it weren’t for the Rhine and the numerous romantic walks that tourists can take along its banks. While in the neighbourhood, take the opportunity to visit the irresistible chocolate museum and the German sports museum, both situated on the river banks.
Cologne : Bars
Bar Cologne - Friesenstrasse 82
For five years, this bar has been welcoming customers to its trendy atmosphere that opens out on the street. Everything about this bar is impressive: the bar itself is huge, the ceilings are(...)
Barney Vallely's - Kleine Budengasse 7-9
"The little pub with the big heart" as it has been called, is run by an Irishman and unlike other Irish pubs across the globe, this one doesn't attract just English-speakers. Everyone and anyone who(...)
Bastard - Friesenwall 29
This bar is different from others not just because it stays open late, but also thanks to its patio set up in the interior courtyard. The clientele is diverse, attracted mainly for the excellent(...)
Biergarten im Volksgarten - Roonstrasse 33
For 100 years, this brasserie is a legend among the beer gardens and it offers beer made of only organic ingredients. The building looks a little like a pyre hut with its two curious sculptures of(...)
Bierhaus en d r salzgass - Salzgasse 5-7
Offshoot of "Zur Taesch," En d'r Salzgass may not be the oldest brewery in Cologne, but the direction knew a thing or two about bringing the place up to standards. Here, the Koebes serve clients(...)
Brasserie Sion - Unter Taschenmacher 5-7
This brasserie, before anything else is a long-time family business. Belonging to the Sion family since 1912, Hans Sion, called also father of the Kölsch-Beer, has continued in the tradition of(...)
Bruegel - Hohenzollernring 17
Bruegel brewery is a great place to go for those interested in seeing a bit of the night life in Cologne. One could pass their whole night here beginning with cocktails during one of the live(...)
Keule - Heumarkt 56-58
For many decades, the Keule, integrated into the architectural landscape as well as into the life of the old city, is the place for gastronomic gatherings favoured by all those wanting to spend time(...)
Klaaf - Eigelstein 124
Known to all Cologne people, this brasserie is ideal for breakfast or brunch while admiring Eigelsteitor (eagle's gate) from the terrace. The cuisine is bourgeois and the setting rustic, the(...)
Kunibert der Fiese - Am Bollwerk 1-5
During a walk along the Rhine, let yourself get caught up in the story of Kunibert by taking a break inside the brewery that is named after him. He was the Count of Nippes, who according to legend,(...)
Magnus - Zülpicher Strasse 48
The student cafe is well appreciated for its patio, its excellent service, and its quality brunch that is available only by reservation! Brunch includes a plethora of salads, coldcuts, cheeses,(...)
Max Stark - Unter Kahlenhausen 47
Nothing better to avoid the crowd of tourists than to join the professionals of the northern district of the city and the regulars of this Gaststätte (restaurant) for a quiet moment in a sober and(...)
Osho's Place - Venloer Strasse 5-7
This restaurant allows customers to create their own dishes by combining ingredients both varied and healthy because everything proposed is either vegetarian or vegan: soup, salad, tofu, even(...)
Päffgen brewery - Friesenstrasse 64-66
Another one, you would say, but only here, in this exceptional brasserie, due to the superior quality of Kölsch. In fact, the Päffgen can be found only here, not even in shops or in bottles. Thus,(...)
Papa Joe's Jazzlocal - Buttermarkt 37
An ecclecticly designed bar, inspired by the 1920s, the length of the bar spreads open along Alter Markt, while the other side runs alongside Buttermarkt. The place is filled with old memoribilia(...)
Pepe - Antwerpener Strasse 63
Located in the centre of the Belgian district, the Pepe bar successfully combined the Mediterranean traditional cuisine with the American cocktail culture. Let yourself be seduced by the perfect(...)
Reissdorf em Oellig - Clever Strasse 2 / Thürmchenswall
"Don't come here if all you want is a coffee!" beams the owner when customers enter this brewery. Here, other than the Kölsch, there is also the choice of drinking a non-alcoholic beer, rare enough(...)
Rosebud - Heinsbergstrasse 20
Crowned in 1997 by Playboy the best bar in Germany, the Rosebud welcomes you in a pleasant jazzy ambiance to enjoy a smart mix from their hundred cocktails. Its unique atmosphere and retro decoration(...)
Rosendorn - Lintgasse 10-12
Located far from the agitation of the Heumarkt, it is enough to cross through a passage from Salzgasse to find this haven, so small that it fills so fast: you should arrive early ...or at the Spanish(...)
Sonderbar - Lintgasse 28
In this bar with DJ, we offer every day special musical themes (rock, jazz, ...), as well as a special offer (cocktails or a certain alcoholic drink at a price beating all competitors), and finally,(...)
Stadtgarten - Venloer Strasse 40
This place mixes gaily nature and trees with the rustic charm of the building by direct access to the green space: not surprising that this biergarten (beer bar) is so popular in Cologne. The team(...)
Tag&nacht Cafe - Hohenstaufenring 11
Customers don't come here for the rustic decor but for two other reasons: it's always open and its inexpensive. The Schnitzel, fries, and salad is only 6.50€ and pasta is from 3.50-6€. (...)
Valentin's - Ludwigstrasse 11
Recently opened, this bar is a great spot for breakfast. The modern decor accentuated by orchid covered tables and soft music give the place a serene feeling, ideal for waking up leisurely. (...)
