Germany: Cologne
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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.
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Sightseeing in Cologne in a few hours
It would be impossible to visit Cologne without seeing the Cathedral, gothic masterpiece, that is hard to miss when leaving the train station and is visible from practically any point in the city. It is also a very good idea to visit the City Museum that very concisely sums up about 2000 years of history into several hours. A stop at 4711 Glockengasse, fabricant of Eau de Cologne and a pop into Nussknacker will give you a glimpse of some of the magic of Christmas, any time of year. At the end of the day, dinner in one of the old town brasseries for local specials and a Kölsch would be perfect.
From CAMPI IM FUNKHAUS to CATHEDRALE DE COLOGNE
Continue on Wallrafplatz ; Continue on Unter Fettenhennen ; Right on Trankgasse.
From CATHEDRALE DE COLOGNE to 4711 GLOCKENGASSE
Continue on Trankgasse ; Left at Unter Fettenhennen ; Continue on Wallrafplatz ; Right at An der Rechtschule ; Left on Richartzstraße then right on Minoritenstraße ; Continue on Breite Straße and then onto Offenbachplatz ; Right on Glockengasse.
