Sights & Attractions
The landmark and the beautiful main attraction of the city is the COLOGNE CATHEDRAL. It is the purest and most perfect example of the High Gothic style of architecture in the world. Cologne possesses a ring of twelve large Romanesque churches and the proud dome of STANKT GEREON church is unique in High Middle Age architecture whilst the imposing tower of GROSS STANKT MARTIN church is a key figure in Cologne's city panorama. Cologne's beautiful OLD TOWN welcomes you to one of its countless pubs and brewery taverns to enjoy a KOELSCH, the typical top-fermented beer.

Next to the cathedral lies the ROMAN-GERMAN MUSEUM with early historical findings whilst the WALLRAF-RICHARTZ-MUSEUM is an art museum with paintings, sculptures and collections of graphic art. A further attraction is Cologne's beautiful subterranean PHILHARMONIC CONCERT HALL, which has become a leading international concert hall with over 400 events a year.

Surrounding Highlights
There are boat trips on the beautiful Rhine to the Drachenfels, the Loreley, or as far as Ruedesheim. To the south lies Bruehl, whith its imposing Augustusburg Castle and Falkenlust Castle. Also there is Phantasialand Bruehl-Europe's unique amusement and entertainment park.

Maritim Hotel Cologne
With an amazing view over the Rhine and only a few steps from the historical Old Town lies the beautiful MARITIM HOTEL with its 100 metre-long, glass-roofed hotel foyer in a unique boulevard setting. Spoil yourself in one of the five hotel restaurants where culinary delights range from regional specialities to the finest French cuisine. To relax and recuperate there is a beautiful swimming-pool with a sauna and a fitness room.

Events
22/02.-28/02 Cologne Carnival
18/08.-20/08 Popkomm (Giant Music Festival)
Nov - Dec Cologne Chrismas Markets