{"id":38359,"date":"2023-03-09T11:18:08","date_gmt":"2023-03-09T08:18:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/one-city-three-days-cologne\/"},"modified":"2023-03-09T11:28:28","modified_gmt":"2023-03-09T08:28:28","slug":"one-city-three-days-cologne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/one-city-three-days-cologne\/","title":{"rendered":"One city, three days: Cologne"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Index<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to visit Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Places to visit in Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Museums & historic sites in Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popular places to visit in Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dining in Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting around Cologne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Useful information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When to visit Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cologne has mild weather but considerable rainfall. In fact, there\u2019s rain throughout the year, but the summer months are warmest, with average temperatures reaching a high of around 25 degrees. January, the coldest month, has an average temperature of about 6 degrees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Places to visit in Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\"augustusburg
Augustusburg Palace, Cologne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Museums and historic sites in Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cologne Cathedral<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1996, the construction of the mammoth Cologne Cathedral (K\u00f6lner Dom<\/em>), according to UNESCO<\/a> data, started in 1248 and was completed in 1880. The Gothic-style cathedral has twin spires and is considered among the city\u2019s iconic structures. Visitors can ascend 533 steps into the Cathedral\u2019s bell tower to an observation platform that offers views of the Rhine River. Around six million people visit the Cologne Cathedral each year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate Museum (Schkoladenmuseum)<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find the answer to almost all of your chocolate-related questions at the Cologne Chocolate Museum. Featuring nine sections across 4,000 square meters, the Museum depicts the history of chocolate from the Maya and Aztecs to the present day, starting from early cocoa cultivation. In addition, the tools and equipment used during chocolate production are exhibited. The tour concludes at a chocolate fountain!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces<\/strong><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces in Br\u00fchl have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. Built in the early 18th century, the Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces dazzle with their elegant architecture and beautifully designed landscaped gardens. The Palaces were once used as reception halls for official guests of the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kolumba Museum<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Opened to visitors in 2007, the Kolumba Museum was built on the site formerly occupied by the Gothic-style St. Kolumba Church. The Museum\u2019s architect, Peter Zumthor, was awarded the 2009 Pritzker Prize for Architecture for the contemporary structure, which includes the ruins of the old church as well as a chapel. The museum on Kolumbastrasse is closed to visitors on Tuesdays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popular places to visit in Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\"Cologne
The Flora and the Botanical Garden are among the places to visit in Cologne.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flora and Botanical Garden<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The beautiful Flora and Botanical Garden is considered the oldest park in Cologne and draws more than a million visitors each year. Set in the Riehl district in the north of the city, the Garden is home to more than 10,000 plants and covers an area of 11.5 hectares. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belgian Quarter<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Especially popular with tourists, the lively Belgian Quarter is home to numerous restaurants, cafes and bars, as well as boutiques and design shops. Brussels Square is located in this neighborhood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phantasialand<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1967 as a puppet theatre, Phantasialand today is a colorful theme park that attracts nearly two million visitors annually. The entrance fee to Phantasialand, which is 20 kilometers from the Cologne city center, is 47 euros for children and 57 euros for adults. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rheinauhafen<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rheinauhafen has emerged as a popular area of the city in recent years. Set on the Rhine River, the harborside cultural complex offers cafes, restaurants and workspaces in addition to a range of art galleries.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shopping in Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\"hohe
Hohe Strasse, Cologne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The main shopping areas in Cologne include<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Brussels Street, home to numerous design boutiques,<\/li>
  • Hohe Strasse, the city\u2019s former high street, is a pedestrian zone lined with a variety of stores and dining facilities,<\/li>
  • Schildergasse, with mainstream stores such as Zara, Adidas, Primark. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Dining in Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    \"suurbrode\"
    A very popular delicacy in Germany, suurbrode<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Among Cologne\u2019s many culinary offerings are these three specialties: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • The famous gouda cheese sandwich, halve hahn<\/em><\/strong><\/li>
    • Hilmmel un aad<\/em><\/strong>, black pudding, mashed potatoes and applesauce<\/li>
    • Suurbrode<\/em><\/strong>, a beloved meat and potato dish served with a spicy brown sauce<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Getting around Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      \"Getting
      Getting around Cologne is easy thanks to the extensive public transport network. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Getting to the city from Cologne Bonn Airport <\/b><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Cologne Bonn Airport is about 17 kilometers from the Cologne city center; about a 15-minute trip via the S13 and S19 trains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Getting around the city of Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Cologne has an extensive and highly functional public transportation system that includes buses, trams and metros. Tickets and metro cards (including three- or seven-day unlimited ride options) are available at ticket offices and from vending machines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Useful information about Cologne<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      \"Belgian
      Belgian Quarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Official language: <\/strong>German<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Currency:<\/strong> Euro (EUR),<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Socket type:<\/strong> F, C<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Important Phone Numbers<\/b><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Area Code: <\/strong>+49<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Emergency Assistance:<\/strong> 112<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Consulate General of the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye in Cologne:<\/strong> +49 2233 939 80<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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