in Germany

Cologne

A lively Rhineland city defined by its twin-spired Gothic cathedral and easygoing beer-hall culture.

Notable spots

Cologne Cathedral
Landmark
A soaring Gothic masterpiece that took over 600 years to complete.
Old Town (Altstadt)
Area
Hohenzollern Bridge
Landmark

Best months: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep and Oct

👕 Cologne in Oct: Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater.

Photo: Cologne — Martin Falbisoner (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia