Cologne river cruises, Germany

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What's great about Cologne river cruises?

Cologne’s an iconic German city for so many reasons – like its beer halls, Christmas markets and a cathedral that’s graced many a holiday brochure cover. It’s also a city of contrasts where ancient Roman walls and Medieval churches rub shoulders with a postmodern quarter chock-full of chic shops. For drinks, head to Paffgen, a popular beer hall and garden. Or visit the Imhoff-Schokoladenmuseum on the waterfront – a museum dedicated to the history of chocolate. Try to pronounce its name while sampling a tasty chunk or two. And don’t leave Cologne without walking through its cathedral. This World Heritage Site hovers majestically over the roofs of the city, and its interior’s just as impressive as its two spikey spires.

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from flights to meals

24/7 support

while you’re away

Relaxed pace

and adults-only ships

Experiences

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Facts about Cologne

Currency

Euro

(EUR)

Language

German

Time zone

GMT +1

Flight duration

1 hour 25 minutes from Gatwick

Top shore experiences in Cologne

Cologne City Tour

Explore Cologne by coach and on foot, with stops at all its big-hitters, like the iconic twin-spired cathedral and the historic old town square.

3-hour duration
Moderate physical activity

Cologne beer tasting and sightseeing

Try some locally brewed, world-renowned beers like Kolsch, and see some of Cologne’s famous landmarks, like its giant Gothic cathedral and Roman city gates.

2.5-hour duration
Moderate physical activity

Historical Cologne walking tour

Uncover Cologne’s darker side on this walking tour, which includes admission to EL-DE Haus – one-time HQ of the brutalist Gestapo forces of Nazi Germany.