Weihnachtsmarkt at roncalliplatz in front of the cathedral is the cologne christmas market par excellence. See the best attraction in cologne printable tourist map. Santa lucia market fiera di santa lucia, in the portico of the church of santa maria dei servi, in strada maggiore. Our christmas market on the roncalliplatz was crowned to be the best. The maritimethemed christmas market at colognes harbour and right in front of the chocolate museum has a unique flair to it. What to eat and drink at colognes christmas markets. Cologne christmas market is best visited when the sun goes down and the christmas lights turn on, its more magical in the evening and feels like a whole new experience. It is the ideal market for those who want to explore the old town on foot, taking into account that most of the. Economical parking for cologne christmas markets cologne. Tips for going to the cologne christmas market before we get to the best cologne christmas market locations, i have a few tips for visiting the cologne christmas markets to keep in mind. Do you need a tourist map that can be saved as a pdf and includes all the top highlights you want to visit.
Rhine holiday markets 2020 cologne to basel, 2020 includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Cologne christmas market christmas in cologne eurostar. Next to the historic backdrop of the medieval hahnentorburg. Dresdner christstollen, another typical christmas cake, blue charity booths. With the river cruise tour rhine holiday markets 2020 cologne to basel, 2020, you have a 8 day tour package taking you through cologne, germany and 8 other destinations in europe. Premium rhine christmas markets south 2021 includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. The best christmas markets in cologne culture trip. Visitors will be enchanted by this lovingly decorated christmas marktet. It is located next to the chocolate museum at the harbour. Premium rhine christmas markets south 2021 by arosa with 3. The most important christmas markets are in the old town in front of the gothic cologne cathedral kolner dom, on the altmarkt, neumarkt, and rudolphplatz. Travel guide to touristic destinations, museums and architecture in cologne. Kolner hafen weihnachtsmarkt cologne harbour christmas.
Cologne christmas markets 2019 german christmas markets. Cologne does not limit its christmas market to only one location markets are spread throughout the city. The best christmas markets in europe mapping megan. However, my guide is all about visiting over a long day to try and fit it all in and cut out hotel costs, if you do want to visit over a weekend, then you can try airbnb. Get the free printable map of cologne printable tourist map or create your own tourist map. This decorative german city has a classic christmassy atmosphere from the elaborate illuminations to the marvellous decorations. Dec 05, 2011 back out in the market, i made a final round before heading out towards the rhine. Cologne is like a living textbook on history and architecture. Cologne christmas market german christmas market tourist. Christmas market at cologne cathedral nov 25 dec 23, 2019 the cologne cathedral christmas market is the largest and most impressive of colognes christmas markets.
Merchants and craftsmen offer exquisite christmas decorations made of glass, wooden and metal figurines, handmade candles and candlesticks, childrens toys and rag dolls. But there is another christmas market in cologne which looks cute. Check back here for opening dates and times for each market as we get closer to the season. Christmas markets in cologne are beautiful and colourful.
Large cologne maps for free download and print high. In a picturesque setting overlooking the rhine, the cologne harbour christmas market at the chocolate museum will bring again the. Back out in the market, i made a final round before heading out towards the rhine. In direct walking distance are cologne s wellknown shopping areas. Cologne s oldest christmas market is held on the neumarkt, the city centre market in the shopping district. Our christmas market on the roncalliplatz was crowned to be the best by the times enjoy. Cologne and its christmas markets travel moments in time.
The am dom market, located in the shadow of the unesco world heritage cologne cathedral, has an incredibly gorgeous view and features a gigantic christmas tree. In the citys heart the christmas market at cologne cathedral awaits its visitors in front. The cologne cathedral christmas market lies centrally between the romangermanic museum, the cologne philharmonic concert hall and the famous dom hotel. This market has lovely white chalets selling much the same stuff as the cathedral christmas market. Colognes christmas markets attract millions of visitors from all over the world every year. As the name implies, the cologne harbour christmas market is held in a picturesque harbour setting overlooking the rhine, giving a maritime flavour to festive cologne.
Cologne has a variety of christmas markets, as befits its status as the fourth largest city in germany the most popular and bestknown is in front of the famous cologne cathedral the organisers expect over 4 million. When the christmas markets in cologne open their gates on the last monday before advent, millions of visitors from around the world delight at the goods. Dusseldorf christmas market seven unique theme worlds. It is the most important event of christmas in bologna, a traditional event that dates back to some centuries ago, the richly decorated market stalls offer christmas gifts, decorations and original decorations for the christmas tree and cribs, and then the flavors of the. This market is the most beautiful christmas markets in cologne, it takes place in cathedral square, the market is made up of 160 wooden chalets, its an exhibition of small works of art and craft where you can enjoy delicacies. Colognes extension is 27,6 km from east to west and 28,1 km from north to south and right in the center there is the cologne cathedral kolner dom. The city has several markets, the largest of which are in the centre of the city near the magnificent cathedral and centred around an enormous christmas tree.
You too can savour the unique atmosphere of this metropolis on the rhine at this special time of year. You can read our information material comfortably as an epaper or download it directly from the site. Dec 12, 2009 just for the feeling christmas is coming. The cologne christmas market was my first real german christmas market experience and needless to say, it was a magical experience.
Cologne christmas market if you fancy travelling a little further afield for your christmas shopping, cologne is well worth the trip. It is one of the original markets that restarted the christmas market boom in cologne in the 70s. In 2019, the cologne christmas markets are open from november 25december 23. White pagoda tents resemble reefed sails, and the staff dress in sailors uniforms.
Rhine holiday markets 2020 cologne to basel, 2020 by. The products sold all revolve around christmas and seafaring and come from both local designers and international vendors. The 10 things to do in cologne, other than the christmas. If you are in cologne in december, you must stop at this christmas market. Christmas in germany is the time of mulled wine, waffles and roast chestnuts. This christmas market, located on the main market square, is steps away from the old town hall. Mar 19, 2020 dusseldorf at christmas time looks like this. Free walking tour of the cologne christmas markets with map. However, we are driving from bonn and need to find an economical place to park on friday and saturday somewhere in the city, possibly near one of the stops of the christmas market express. Discover the christmas markets of cologne and be transported to a winter wonderland. Dear cologne visitor, from today on, unfortunately, we also have to close our service center at the cathedral.
A relatively newcomer on the cologne christmas market scene is the kolner hafenweihnachtsmarkt cologne harbour christmas market held at the delectable cologne chocolate museum. The angels market is the big market in the neumarkt square, a little way outside the immediate city centre. The christmas market on the rudolfplatz takes you to the world of christmas. The cologne christmas market updated may 2020 top tips. Several christmas markets in cologne have plenty to offer, from selected gifts and individually crafted artisan handicraft to culinary specialities. The most impressive christmas market in cologne is definitely the one under the dom, one of the largest cathedrals in the world. My next stop was the cologne christmas market at the chocolate museum. Each market is bursting with christmas spirit, the wooden chalets are festooned with garlands, decorations, fairy lights and stars, making an evening visit simply magical. Cologne christmas markets the ultimate travel and advice guide. Festive stalls offer a selection of gifts, decorations, arts and crafts as well as a variety of local delicacies including traditional sausages, waffles, beer and wine. From 23 november to 23 december 2020 the festively decorated and differently themed cologne christmas markets will again invite people to stroll, shop and explore. Germanys fourthlargest city was founded by the romans in 38 bc and given the lofty.
One of germanys largest cities, cologne offers quite a few christmas markets. The 10 best hotels near cologne christmas market in cologne. Angels christmas market is colognes oldest christmas market and it is held on the neumarkt in the shopping district. We absolutely loved seeing all of the darling treats and holiday items. Cologne christmas markets 2019 facts and christmas tours. Get a free 40page india travel guide when you subscribe to our blog. Dec 23, 2019 cologne christmas market if you fancy travelling a little further afield for your christmas shopping, cologne is well worth the trip. Although it was quite crowded, it felt safe and fun. It offers awardwinning cuisine and elegant rooms with a free minibar. Christmas market advice please for 2018 cologne message. When the christmas markets in cologne open their gates on the last monday before advent, millions of visitors from. The cologne harbor market, situated next to the citys famous chocolate factory, is also worth a visit and the fairytale christmas market puts a fun twist on a timeless theme.
Discover the times and locations of the most popular advent markets in the city on. Detailed and highresolution maps of cologne, germany for free download. With the river cruise tour premium rhine christmas markets south 2021, you have a 5 day tour package taking you through cologne, germany and 4 other destinations in germany. The cologne christmas market was like something straight out of a storybook. The range of goods available across the markets is incredible, making cologne the. We would be very grateful for advice on the most convenient location hotel to stay for.
Cologne christmas market full christmas market travel guide with details of dates, opening times, information and colour pictures cologne located in the. The unofficial christmas market capital of europe, cologne has five incredible, bustling christmas markets to choose from. Here are 11 foods and drinks to try at a christmas market in cologne. Colognes oldest christmas market is held on the neumarkt, the city centre market in the shopping district. A christmas market, also known as christkindlmarkt christkindlesmarkt, christkindlmarket. Situated on a long, thing island in the river, the market was decorated all in white. Unlimited travel, one price, through out north rhinewestphalia see map above for up to 5 people, 9 a. Oct 06, 2019 christmas markets weihnachtsmarkte in cologne koln, germany.
The cologne christmas market 2020 all you need to know. Here you can find christmas gifts and souvenirs to suit any taste and budget. Cologne is one of germanys best spots to experience the german christmas market frenzy to the fullest. Economical parking for cologne christmas markets tripadvisor. The map of the cologne christmas markets is at the bottom. We are planning to take the haltestellen weihnachtsmarktexpress christmas market express trolley to the various markets within cologne. Advent is the time for christmas markets and cologne is, of course, no exception. Every year, the city centre of cologne is touched by the magic of the festivities in the runup to christmas.
Sie sollten sich uberlegen ihren browser zu aktualisieren. The chalet rooftops were sleek peaks pointing up to the sky like so many snow capped alps. The cologne christmas market features over 160 decorated wooden pavilions with bright red roofs. We offer you the chance to design and download your own city map of cologne. The christmas market in cologne is open from 25 november until 23 december 2019 subject to change. Tips for visiting christmas markets in cologne with locations of the cologne christmas markets map and things to do in cologne in december. The stunning city of cologne is located on the rhine river in west germany and boasts a host of cross curricular activities that teachers and pupils will enjoy together under the expert guidance of their saffron appointed coordinator who will meet the group at arrivals and remain with them until the point of departure. Are you searching for a free downloadable and printable city map of cologne. Cologne tourism welcome to the rhine metropolis cologne. Before we get to the best cologne christmas market locations, i have a few tips for visiting the cologne christmas markets to keep in mind. Cologne s extension is 27,6 km from east to west and 28,1 km from north to south and right in the center there is the cologne cathedral kolner dom. Cologne christmas market 2020 europes best destinations.
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