KölnCard

Q: What is the KölnCard?

The KölnCard allows tourists to discover the Rhine metropolis inexpensively and conveniently. Travel on all public transport in Cologne is free. In addition, numerous partners from the fields of art, culture and gastronomy grant discounts of up to 50%.

Q: Which means of transport can I use with the KölnCard?

The KölnCard allows tourists to use all public transport in the city of Cologne: Buses, trams, suburban railway (S-Bahn) and regional trains (2nd class).

Q: How long is the KölnCard valid?

The KölnCard is valid for 24 or 48 hours from the time it is validated, depending on the card type.

Q: How much does the KölnCard cost?

A single ticket costs € 9.00 (24 hours) or € 18.00 (48 hours). A group ticket for five people costs € 19.00 (24 hours) or € 38.00 (48 hours).

Q: Where can I buy the KölnCard?

The KölnCard can be purchased at the Tourist Information Cologne, at KVB and DB ticket machines in the area of validity, in many accommodations, and at various travel agencies and tour operators.

The official tourist ticket

Whether you're planning a visit to one of Cologne's museums, a boat trip on the Rhine or an evening at the theater, the KölnCard makes it easy to experience the most interesting aspects of the city at a discount.

Save on discounted admission to many museums and get up to 50% discount on city tours, shopping and many gastronomic offers from numerous partners in the fields of art, culture and gastronomy. With free travel on local public transport (ÖPNV), you are mobile for 24 or 48 hours.

For as little as €9.00, you can discover the city in all its facets at reduced prices.

The advantages at a glance

Free ride on public transport in Cologne
Discounted admission to many museums
up to 50% discount on many city tours
Further discounts with many other partners

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Important information

Attention: Due to a technical malfunction, no KölnCards can be sold online at the moment. Please try again later or buy your card directly from us on site at the tourist information or at the ticket machines of the Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe (KVB) and the Deutsche Bahn (DB) in the area of validity.

How to use your KölnCard

All information at a glance

The purchase of a KölnCard entitles the cardholder to enjoy the benefits listed in this e-paper. Please note the opening hours of the service providers.
You must present your KölnCard to the service provider before receiving the benefit that is being offered. Please note that you must present the card before you place your order at restaurants.
The Group Card is valid for a maximum of five people.
KölnCard holders can use all local public transportation within the city limits of Cologne free of charge, depending on the type of KölnCard. This right is valid for the buses, trams, commuter trains and regional trains (2nd class) of the transportation network.
The KölnCard becomes valid as soon as the name of the cardholder (for a group card, the name of a group member) has been entered along with the date and the time reference. In order to use your KölnCard for free local public transportation, you must validate the card in the ticket stamping machine before your trip. The KölnCard remains valid for 24 or 48 hours after it is used or stamped for the first time, depending on the type of KölnCard.
The card is non-transferable and is only valid in combination with an official personal ID.
The purchase of a KölnCard does not entitle the holder to make warranty claims against the Cologne Tourist Board (KölnTourismus). The Cologne Tourist Board acts solely as in intermediary for the listed service providers. The Cologne Tourist Board assumes no liability for the individual benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the KölnCard?

Which means of transport can I use with the KölnCard?

How long is the KölnCard valid?

How much does the KölnCard cost?

Where can I buy the KölnCard?

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