Cologne Government Region

North Rhine-Westphalia

A cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river with boats, and a distinctive bridge.
A cathedral, a bridge, and a river at night.
A cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a modern tower, and a bridge over a river.
A cathedral with two spires, a historic building with a clock tower, and a river with boats.
A steel bridge with a cathedral in the background.

Popular cities in Cologne Government Region

A bridge with a gothic cathedral in the background.
Cologne
Known for Shopping, Cathedrals and Business
Explore the history and folklore of this welcoming city, now a thriving hot spot for the arts and culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Phantasialand
  • LANXESS Arena
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, shops, and cafes.
Bonn
Known for Business, Historical and Museums
Discover the musical and historic heritage of this former capital city of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Reasons to visit

  • Beethoven House
  • Dragon's Rock
  • Schloss Drachenburg
A historic building with intricate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative stonework.
Aachen
Known for Business, Cheese and Romantic
Explore romantic Aachen: its UNESCO site, countryside, spas, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Aachen Cathedral
  • Aachen Town Hall
Monschau town in Germany street view with half-timbered houses and Rur river - a small resort town in the Eifel region of western Germany, located in the Aachen district of North Rhine-Westphalia
Monschau
Known for Historical, Small town and Culture
Experience quaint Monschau: its history, castle, diving, and more!
A castle on a hill with surrounding houses and a river.
Heimbach
Known for Lakes, Spas and Relaxing
Experience relaxing Heimbach: its hiking, lake views, spas, and more!
A lakeside town with a church steeple, houses, and autumn-colored trees.
Simmerath
Known for Lakes, Swimming and Nature
Get away to relaxing Simmerath! Enjoy the natural setting, lake views, and local cuisine.

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