🇩🇪 Colonia

📍 About Colonia

The tallest Gothic cathedral in the world, Germany's most famous carnival, and the birthplace of Eau de Cologne.

🗺️ What to do & see in Colonia

• ✅Climb the south tower of the cathedral for panoramic city views
• ✅Stroll through the old town and along the Rhine riverside
• ✅Cross the Hohenzollern Bridge covered in love locks
• ✅Visit the Chocolate Museum by the river
• ✅Enjoy the Cologne Carnival if visiting in February
• ✅Explore the bohemian Belgisches Viertel neighborhood

🏛️ Must-see attractions in Colonia

• ⭐Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)
• ⭐Hohenzollern Bridge
• ⭐Romanesque church of Groß St. Martin
• ⭐Ludwig Museum of modern art
• ⭐Romano-Germanic Museum
• ⭐Old Town (Altstadt) by the Rhine

🍽️ Local cuisine in Colonia

• 🍴Halver Hahn, a rye roll with aged cheese
• 🍴Himmel un Aad, mashed potatoes and apples with blood sausage
• 🍴Kölsch, a golden, light beer served in narrow glasses
• 🍴Reibekuchen, fried potato pancakes with apple compote
• 🍴Mustard, a traditional mustard sauce served with many dishes

💡 Travel tips for Colonia

• 💡The best time to visit is from May to September, unless you're coming for the carnival
• 💡Kölsch beer is automatically refilled until you place the coaster on top of your glass
• 💡The main train station is right next to the cathedral; everything is within walking distance
• 💡The KölnCard offers public transport access and discounts at attractions
• 💡Avoid staying near the train station if you prefer a quiet night