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Dominated by an extravagant Gothic cathedral that towers over the Old Town and the River Rhine, Cologne has many of Germany's finest museums and galleries. Linger over a cool beer, take a stroll along the banks of the great River Rhine, and explore Cologne's creative media scene.

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No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians

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German

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German

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Cologne has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool, cloudy winters with plenty of rain and occasional snow

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00 49

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220V. European two-pin plugs are standard

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Health and Safety

EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised.

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Flights to Cologne arrive at Köln-Bonn Airport, situated nine miles southeast of the city centre. Trains (€2.30) run every 20 minutes from the airport to Cologne main station (Hauptbahnhof), stopping en route at the Exhibition Grounds (Messe) at Deutz. Taxis (€30) are available outside the arrivals hall.

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Cologne Cathedral

Cologne Cathedral: Overlooking Cologne's main station, the city's landmark attraction is open from 6am to 7.30pm daily, except during services. Highlights include its imposing Gothic façade, some breathtaking stained glass and the famous shrine to the Three Kings. Test your legs and lungs by climbing the south tower (daily 9am till late afternoon) for magnificent views over the city.

Address: Dompfarramt Domkloster 3
Post Code:50667
Tel No:00 49 0221 17940 200

Wallraf-Richartz-Museum

Wallraf-Richartz-Museum: Situated near the town hall (Rathaus), this eclectic postmodern cube houses a fabulous collection of European art from Rembrandt and Rubens to 19th-century German Romanticism. It also exhibits many paintings of Cologne and the Rhine by local 15th-century artists.

Address: Obenmarspforten (am Kölner Rathaus)
Post Code:50667
Tel No:00 49 221 221 211 19

The Alter Markt

The Alter Markt: Located in the very heart of the old city, this maze of cobbled lanes runs down through the fish market to the banks of the Rhine, where you can relax over a beer and watch pleasure cruisers dodge huge industrial barges on the river.

Address: Alter Markt
Post Code:50677
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Quick Lunch - Taku

The stylish Taku restaurant offers creative and colourful Asian bites in the heart of Cologne. Business lunch menus change daily.

Address: Excelsior Hotel Ernst, Domplatz, 1-5 Trankgasse,
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Tel No:00 49 221 270 39 10

Top Table - La Vision

Stretching high above the city in an old water tower, La Vision serves Michelin-starred cuisine with stunning rooftop views.

Address: Hotel im Wasserturm, 2 Kaygasse
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Tel No:00 49 221 200 80

Cheap Eat - Borsalino

Located in Cologne's student area, the Borsalino bistro serves pizza, pasta and more from early till late at very reasonable prices. Look out for the brunch buffet on weekends.

Address: 7 Zülpicherstrasse
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Tel No:00 49 221 248 852

On Business - Lindner Hotel Dom Residence

The very central Lindner Hotel Dom Residence oozes chic modernity. The hotel offers great rooms, wi-fi, a wellness area and a good Italian restaurant.

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Address: Stolkgasse/ An den Dominikanern 4a
Post Code:50668
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Lap Of Luxury - Hotel im Wasserturm

Located in a listed 19th-century water tower with a 11m high lobby, the Hotel im Wasserturm offers designer-style rooms and two exceptional restaurants serving regional and international cuisine.

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Address: Kaygasse 2
Post Code:50676
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Cheap Sleep - Antik Hotel Bristol

Antique furniture of different epochs awaits you in the privately-run, city centre Antik Hotel Bristol. Room rates for weekend stays are especially good value.

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Address: Kaiser-wilhelm-ring 48
Post Code:50672
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Coffee And Chat - Holtmann's café

Holtmann's café in the Museum Ludwig (1 Bischofsgartenstrasse, 00 49 221 250 999 77) is a laid-back cafe for snacks and light meals.

Address: 1 Bischofsgartenstrasse
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Tel No:00 49 221 250 999 77

Formal Presentation - Sofitel Cologne Mondial am Dom

The Sofitel Cologne Mondial am Dom (1 Kurt-Hackenberg-Platz, 00 49 221 206 30) offers elegant conference facilities. The hotel's bars provide the perfect setting to continue business chatter over local German beer.

Address: 1 Kurt-Hackenberg-Platz
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Tel No:00 49 221 206 30

Evening Drinks - Alter Wartesaal

Enjoy a drink at the Art Deco-styled bar of the Alter Wartesaal (11 Johannisstrasse, 00 49 221 912 88 50), located beneath Cologne's main railway station, before mixing with the party people in the adjacent club.

Address: 11 Johannisstrasse
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Tel No:00 49 221 912 88 50

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Cologne Cathedral

Wallraf-Richartz-Museum

The Alter Markt

Quick Lunch - Taku

Top Table - La Vision

Cheap Eat - Borsalino

On Business - Lindner Hotel Dom Residence

Lap Of Luxury - Hotel im Wasserturm

Cheap Sleep - Antik Hotel Bristol

Coffee And Chat - Holtmann's café

Formal Presentation - Sofitel Cologne Mondial am Dom

Evening Drinks - Alter Wartesaal

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