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Cathedral Platform: standing 100m up, the platform of Cologne Cathedral’s south tower offers an impressive panoramic view of the city – but first you have to climb the 533 steps!
Address: Margarethenkloster 5, 50667 Köln
More information: http://www.koelner-dom.de/
Museum Ludwig was founded in 1976 following a generous donation by Peter and Irene Ludwig of 350 modern artworks to the town of Cologne. The museum moved in 1986 to join the Wallraf-Richartz Museum and the Philharmonic in the cultural centre situated between the cathedral, the Rhine, and the central station. 15 years later, the Wallraf-Richartz Museum was transferred to a new building in the old town of Cologne leaving Museum Ludwig with an exhibition area of approximately 8,000 m². Besides German expressionism, the largest American pop art exhibition outside the United States, one of the largest Russian avant-garde collections in the world and the third largest collection of Picasso’s paintings after Barcelona and Paris are the jewels of the collections.
Address: Heinrich-Böll-Platz, 50667 Köln
More information: http://www.museum-ludwig.de/
Presenter: Just one more right answer and you will have won. Silence in the audience please. Lights out, spots on. Here we go. The 1 million euro question: Where can you buy the best chocolate ever? In Belgium or in Cologne? Candidate: Can I use my last phone-a-friend lifeline? Presenter: You can ask the audience’s opinion. Candidate: Do you know the answer? Well? Do you? Why not test and compare? Visit the Chocolate Museum in Cologne and hold your fingers under the chocolate fountain. And what’s more: you will learn all about the history of chocolate!
Address: Am Schokoladenmuseum 1a, 50678 Köln
More information: http://www.chocolatemuseum-cologne.com
Recognised as the most beautiful park in Germany, the Rheinpark stretches over 40 hectares along the Rhine. With its expansive lawns and several playgrounds, it’s the perfect place to relax in a natural setting.
Address: Rechtes Rheinufer, 50679 Köln
More information: http://www.stadt-koeln.de/6/gruen/rheinpark/
A trip on the Rhine somewhat too cliché for you? Then make that a trip with the highly sophisticated Kölner Seilbahn. From mid March to November you can enjoy a fabulous view of the entire city. Your arrival puts you at the centre of the Rhein Park. Not recommended for people who fear heights!
Address: Riehler Straße 180, 50735 Köln
More information: http://www.koelner-seilbahn.de/
Are you the creative type? Then you will have great fun slapping together your own perfume! At the famous 4711 House, they teach you how to make Eau de Cologne. Workshops of 70 to 90 minutes are held Thursdays from 15:00 h. Ganz toll!
Address: Glockengasse 4, 50667 Köln
More information: http://www.glockengasse.de/
Don’t forget to have a glass of Kolsch ale at a local beer cellar. Warum? Darum! And also because sales of this specialty are forbidden outside Cologne. Naturally, there is a typical regional dish to go with this unique beer. How about half a Hahn, Himmel und Äad of Rheinischer Soorbrode? Herrlich! You can find authentic Kölsch beer in most local pubs. We recommend the Päffgen brewery where they brew their own Päffgen Kölsch beer.
Address: Brauerei Päffgen GmbH & Co. KG, Friesenstraße 64-66, 50670 Köln
More information: http://www.paeffgen-koelsch.de/
For more than 20 years, the Wiener Steffie has been providing Cologne’s best night out. With live performances and DJs, this nightspot offers a unique mix of songs in the local dialect, old German hits and contemporary music. A unique experience at the heart of Cologne’s nightlife!
Address: Quatermarkt 5, 50667 Köln
More information: http://www.wiener-steffie.com/
Bahncard 25: This card gives 25% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).
Bahnhcard 50: This card gives 50% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).
SNCB 50% card: Holders of this card can get 50% discount on the Belgian part of an international journey with conventional trains (this card is not valid on high speed trains like Thalys, Eurostar, TGV or ICE).
SNCB Token of free transport: Holders of a token for free transport in Belgium or a Network Railcard do not pay for the Belgian part of an international journey with conventional trains.
OV-Jaarabonnement: Do you own a OV-Jaarabonnement card? Holders of a OV-Jaarabonnement card do not pay for the Dutch part of an international journey with conventional trains to/from the Netherlands.
Railplus: The Railplus card offers 25% discount on international journeys with conventional trains everywhere in Europe (in France: only youth and senior).
ThePass Business: ThePass members pay a membership fee entitling them to reduced fares and increased flexibility when travelling to certain Thalys destinations.
ThePass Premium: ThePass members pay a membership fee entitling them to reduced fares and increased flexibility when travelling to certain Thalys destinations.
ThePass Weekend: ThePass members pay a membership fee entitling them to reduced fares and increased flexibility when travelling to certain Thalys destinations.
NS Voordeelurenkaart: Do you have a NS Voordeelurenkaart? This card gives 40% discount in the Netherlands (Monday-Friday: only for departures after 9AM). Not valid on Thalys.
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