Outdoor dining in Cologne: 9 Spots for Dolce Vita Vibes
It’s said that Cologne is Italy’s northernmost city. When taking a stroll along the Rhine, the harbor and co., it quickly becomes clear why: between waterfront views, fresh pasta and a laid‑back atmosphere, you’ll find plenty of places here that make you feel like you’re on vacation.
Jutta Kirberg: “Up here, you can see Cologne from every angle!”
She is a successful entrepreneur and the driving force behind the award-winning Kirberg Catering: Jutta Kirberg loves food, hospitality and her hometown of Cologne.
The Südstadt is buzzing, man: a neighbourhood walk with The Red Flags
Cologne’s rising newcomers The Red Flags are making waves with their feminist punk-grunge sound. On a walk through the Südstadt, bassist Joe and drummer Mika show us their favourite spots.
Gregor Schwellenbach: “Social rules tend to be a bit more relaxed in Cologne”
For Cologne-based composer Gregor Schwellenbach, music is a means of communication – a way of bringing people together and understanding what makes them tick. In this interview, he talks about his musical beginnings, his ambivalent relationship with Carnival and what makes Cologne techno so special.
“As long as people are discriminated against, we are still needed.” Andrea Löwe on Cologne’s queer sports club SC Janus
SC Janus is Europe’s largest queer sports club. Why it still matters in 2026 – and why sport here is about much more than just training.
In love with Ehrenfeld: on a walk with Malou Lovis Kreyelkamp
Malou Lovis is one of the most exciting German singers in recent years – and her career began in Ehrenfeld. On a coffee-fuelled Veedel walk, tinged with nostalgia, she shows us her favourite local spots.
Kathrin Marchand: “I love the Rhineland’s easygoing vibe”
For elite athlete and doctor Kathrin Marchand, her hometown of Cologne is both a training ground and a place to reset. On 6 March 2026, she lines up at the Winter Paralympics in Milan.
A winter weekend in Cologne: favourite places to warm up
Wintertime in Cologne is like a well-curated mix of comfort and culture – perfect for tracking down warm places around the city. From great food and cinemas to culture and nights spent dancing away the winter blues, these are our favourite places to warm up.
Carnival in Cologne: beyond the mainstream, without losing the Cologne spirit
Done with traditional Carnival in the Old Town? These underground tips take you beyond the mainstream.
