Outside the city, impressive castles with World Heritage status or unique fantasy worlds with rollercoasters, attractions and shows are waiting to be discovered. It doesn't always have to be Cologne Cathedral - how about a trip to Aachen Cathedral? Or to the Wahner Heide - a green excursion destination right outside the city gates.
- Aachen Cathedral UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hannah Gatzweiler Aachen Open todayLearn moreThe cathedral was the first German cultural monument ever to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Its history goes back to Emperor Charlemagne. - Phantasialand
Johannes Höhn, Tourismus NRW e.V., Phantasialand Brühl Chain Carousel Wave Flight Brühl Learn moreAfrica, China, Mexico and Berlin meet mystery and fantasy - only at Phantasialand! Seven themed worlds offer an adventurous journey with roller coasters, water rides and more. - Brühl Palaces UNESCO World Heritage Site
Horst Gummersbach, The UNESCO World Heritage Site Augustusburg Castle is located in Brühl near Cologne Brühl Learn moreDiscover Augustusburg Castle, a rococo masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site, its history, architecture and impressive gardens. - Chocolate Museum
Schokoladenmuseum Köln, Guests can experience truffle production at the Chocolate Museum in Cologne Köln Open todayLearn moreDiscover the Chocolate Museum in Cologne, its history, exhibitions and events, and find out more about the fascinating world of chocolate.
