Attractions in Cologne District

From here you have a great view over Königswinter and the Rhine. To rest and recharge your batteries ideally. There are restaurants and also the possibility to have a snack.

Great view from up there! Those who are not so fit on foot can also take the oldest cog railway in Germany that is still in operation. Another highlight

The Altenberg Cathedral is probably the most famous church in Bergisches Land. The Altenberg Cathedral was built from 1255 in the Gothic style as a monastery church of St. Mary's …read more

The Löwenburg is after the Great Mount of Olives, the second highest mountain in the Siebengebirge. At the summit is the ruins of the Lion Castle. It is just like …read more

Nice developed cycle path, however, there are also in the inner city area also many pedestrians the more attention on the sights than on the wheels. So be careful!

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This is a place steeped in history that also feels a little gloomy. But its transformation from the Nazi cadre forge, via a military training area inaccessible for decades, to …read more

Here, in addition to a great view, there is a really good snack and you can take the boat back to Rurberg.

A really nice Harry Potter castle, where you can explore almost every corner and tower. If you pay the entrance fee, you can also escape the tourist crowds that hike …read more

When the dam was built at the beginning of the 20th century, the Urftsee became the largest European reservoir. The artificial lake lies completely in the national park Eifel, in …read more

In contrast to most routes in the High Fens, dogs are allowed here.

Milchhäuschen Opening hours:
Summer season from 1st April to 30th September: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00
Winter season from 1st October to 31st March: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am until dusk

Impressive construction and one of the few places where you come directly to the dam. Otherwise, the circular route always remains at a distance, because of drinking water

The moated castle Paffendorf houses the information center about the Rhenish lignite industry. There is a brasserie in the castle with a beer garden in the castle courtyard.

The Victor Neels Bridge is a steel suspension bridge with four ropes, which spans the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park since 2009.

The aim and purpose of the bridge …read more

With lots of information about the history of the region. Also suitable for children.

Great bike route on the Rhine!

Lively bustle in old walls, a medieval cityscape with idyllic half-timbered houses, narrow streets and cobblestones.

Arrived on the Mount of Olives is received from a magnificent view, sometimes you can see over the whole foggy Rhine Valley. Sometimes you can see far to Cologne and …read more

Nice start for a circular hike in the Eifgenbach valley. It is clear from the start how wildly idyllic this tour is. And the water ripples everywhere.