Cologne is a feeling.

Welcome to Cologne

We look forward to your visit. Here you will find everything you need to know for carefree days in Cologne. Experience exciting museums, enjoy a refreshing Kölsch beer in a rustic atmosphere or unwind at many great events.
We are the official tourism organisation of the city of Cologne and have all the information you need about upcoming highlights, sights such as Cologne Cathedral, Christmas markets, breweries, Cologne Pride and, of course, Cologne Carnival. Discover now what makes the cosmopolitan metropolis on the Rhine so special!

Let yourself be enchanted by Cologne.

Fall in love with Cologne

The illuminated cathedral, 25-metre-high Christmas tree, the scent of gingerbread and more in the middle of the hustle and bustle: the most popular Christmas market in Germany - measured by visitor numbers - can be found in Cologne at the cathedral.

But this Christmas market is just one of many - time to discover the others too.

Christmas is here

Here, tradition and history remain alive. It gets cosy when the Köbes comes around with the Kölsch wreath and the sauerbraten steams on the table. Enjoy Cologne conviviality and Rhenish cuisine. Conversations with the people sitting next to you are included.

Discover rustic restaurants

Cologne is one of the hotspots for street art in Germany. Several routes, guided tours and specialised galleries offer you an introduction to the scene. For example, you'll see a lot in Ehrenfeld, the Belgian Quarter, but also in the city centre ...

Discover Street Art

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Guided city tours & round trips
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Boat tours
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Christmas market at Cologne Cathedral
Roncalliplatz
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Picasso Suite 156
Museum Ludwig
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meet & eat market
Rudolfplatz

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Football traditionally plays a special role in Cologne. In the summer of 2024, five UEFA EURO 2024 matches will be played in the Cologne Stadium. Look forward to exciting games and an extensive supporting program in the heart of Europe.

All info about the EURO Fan Camp Cologne Football Village Public Viewing

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Cologne is a feeling.

Welcome to Cologne

Fall in love with Cologne

Christmas markets

Breweries

Street Art

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Guided city tours & round trips

Boat tours

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UEFA EURO 2024 in Cologne

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