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Inexpensive And Free Things to do in Cologne, Germany

Ashleigh Graham by Ashleigh Graham
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Things to do in Cologne

Germany is a Western European country rich in beautiful landscapes, cultural cities and historical landmarks and monuments. With an infinite number of things to do, Germany is a perfect place for tourists to visit and explore the rich environment and history associated with it. In the North, you can enjoy sandy beaches. Central Germany is rich with forests and millennia-old pre-Roman historic ruins. The cities are rich with local cuisines and nightlife. If you fancy mountaineering and trekking in the Alps, southern Germany is the place to go.

Cologne is the fourth most important city in Germany. A priori, do not worry too much about what to do in Cologne. Famous for its cathedral, for many the most beautiful in the world, it also has other treasures. After losing more than 95% of its population and remaining practically in runes after the Second World War, Cologne has emerged and your visit is essential. There are certainly hundreds of things to do in Cologne and here is a list. 

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One of the main things to do in Cologne: Visit the Cathedral

No word or expression defines the feeling you have when you observe it. A magical and unique monument. It took more than 600 years to complete, and it was the tallest building in the world until 1884, when the Washington Monument was built. Yet, after receiving the impact of more than 70 bombs, it has remained intact. It is made by the hand of God.

cologne_cathedral
Source: Scanclimber

Walk around the Schildergasse

If you like shopping, you cannot miss a good walk here. One of the most liked was the Köln FC. If you like soccer, you’ll surely get a detail.

Visit the National Socialism Documentation Centre

If you are curious about the cruelty of war and put yourself in the shoes of those who lived it, you cannot fail. The price will not be an excuse, since it costs €4.50 for adults. Going down to the museum’s basement, which was in the hands of the Gestapo, left us very impressed. It is very well preserved, and you will be able to discover thousands of stories enclosed in those walls.

Walk along the Rhine River

The Rhine river that crosses Cologne is one of the most important in Europe. Undoubtedly, appreciate the beauty of the bridges that cross is a pleasure. It is also a good time to look at the contrast between the modern, located on the other side of the river, and the old houses next to the road. Finally, it is a perfect moment to reflect on a country and a city that has managed to rise up after the atrocities of the war.

Rhine River crossing Cologne
Source: Distinctlydeutschland

Visit the Shokoladenmuseum

Do not be scared of this name! The Shokoladenmuseum is the chocolate museum in Cologne. Your visit is very curious and even let you try a little chocolate, being a perfect choice for the sweet tooth. The price of the ticket is €8.

Cross the Hohenzollern Bridge

Surely you’ve seen thousands of postcards of the Cologne Cathedral located at the end of a bridge. This is the Hohenzollern Bridge, the most used railway bridge in Germany. Although before it was also used for cars, now it is exclusive for trains and pedestrians. Also, as a curious fact, if you thought that there were only padlocks in Paris or Rome, you will see that you were not right.

Take advantage to get the best photo of the city

If you want to have one of those postcards of Cologne with the bridge and the cathedral in the background, you will only have to cross this famous bridge. We advise you to do it in the evening: seeing how the night falls with this landscape is essential in Cologne.

If you want good views, go up to the KölnTriangle

If you are a lover of good views, you cannot miss the KölnTriangle, the quintessential viewpoint of the city. Although there are indeed more spectacular, 360º views are not bad. The building itself is already an attraction, and the entrance costs €3.

kolntriangle in Cologne
Source: Manchesterhistory

Relax in the botanical garden of Cologne

It has more than 11 hectares of land and is spectacular, especially in summer. Also, you will have no excuse not to visit it since it is free. Furthermore, it has more than 10,000 types of plants, some of them considered as natural monuments.

Soak up modern art at the Museum Ludwig

If modern art is of your interest, you have to visit the Museum Ludwig. They have fascinating exhibitions and works by artists such as Kandinsky, Picasso, Miro or Dalí. Do not miss it. The entrance is a bit more expensive than the average and costs € 11.

Do not miss the Gross St. Martin

It is one of the twelve Romanesque churches in the city. Near the Rhine, it is next to some very nice houses. If you are looking to relax the mind, its interior is perfect.

Get lost in the historic centre of Cologne

It’s not very big, but it’s beautiful. So if you have the opportunity, get lost at night to enjoy its incredible nightlife.

centre of cologne
Source: Huesofdelahaye

Visit the Wallraf-Richartz Museum

For art lovers, another thing to do in Cologne is to get lost in this art gallery. It covers many periods and artistic styles. You can see from Rubens and Rembrandt to German Expressionism.

Go see a game of Köln FC at the RheinEnergy Stadion

If you like football, surely you will not miss it. Although it is not as good as Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund, you will see that they have a great hobby.

RheinEnergy Stadion Cologne
Source: As-P

Visit the Neues Rathaus

Cologne is full of pretty squares. However, the new city hall and the cathedral of Cologne are the most beautiful. If you want to drink something, doing it in this beautiful square is a great option.

Visit Globetrotter

Another thing to see in Cologne is this large outdoor shopping mall. It is located in the city’s heart, so if you like shopping, you will love it. The most curious thing is that it has a pool in the centre of the building. So pre-dominate the products of adventure sports. And a tip, do not expect to find bargains since everything is quite expensive.

Visit some spas

Need a bit of relaxation? Colonia also has hot springs. A good option is to visit the Claudius Therme, which in addition to good is not expensive, or the Neptunbad, a little more dated and nudist.

claudius_therme_cologne
Source: Urlaubsguru

Stroll through the Stadtwald Park

Although Colonia is a cold city, it has plenty of green spaces. One of them is Stadtwalk Park, located on the outskirts of the town. Inside there are several lakes and spaces with animals ideal for the little ones. So if you want an area where you can relax and unwind, you have to go to this park.

Escape to Bonn, the former capital of West Germany

If you have already seen everything and do not know what to do in Cologne, a day trip to Bonn is not a bad option. We are sure it sounds good to you. Bonn has a lot of history: apart from being the capital of West Germany until 1990, there was born one Ludwig Van Beethoven.

Bonn in Cologne
Source: Northsouthtravel

Take a trip to Düsseldorf

As you have seen, Colonia is a city that looks pretty fast. However, suppose you want a different activity. In that case, you can take a train and visit Düsseldorf, a modern city about 40km away. Thus, in less than half an hour you will be walking in the most modern city in the country. The ticket costs around €10 each way.

Don’t wait; pack your bags and get ready to travel to this beautiful German city.

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