Discover the Rhine metropolis 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.

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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 ...