Rhine, cathedral, carneval and a good deal more. Cologne is a booming media city and a lively cultural center that, in spite of its size, remained adorably provincial. During a walk through the city the visitor will get to know Cologne’s most beautiful sights, such as the cathedral, the Wallraff-Richartz-Museum, the Museum Ludwig and the Alter Markt. An extra chapter deals with Cologne’s numerous churches and places of interest in the surrounding area. Contents: “Welcome to Cologne” and the “Chronicle” which contains the most important dates and facts about the history of Cologne pique the visitor’s curiosity. The suggested “City Tour” leads along and gives information on selected sights. The chapter “Excursions” presents alternative trips into the surrounding area, for instance to the Altenberger Dom, Schloss Falkenlust and Schloss Augustusburg. The City Guide offers compact and up-to-date information on all sights, the best service tips for eating and drinking, shopping and nightlife. It furthermore contains a detailled, separate, fold-out city map with a street index and a public transport map. The described Vista Points are highlighted with a red star on the map.
