Cologne

Cologne extends across both banks of the Rhine River with nine districts containing 86 neighborhoods and multiple green spaces throughout the urban landscape.

The settlement began as a Roman outpost in 38 BCE, later gaining prominence as Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium, becoming one of the largest cities in Germania.

The annual carnival celebrations in February include street parades with decorated floats, traditional music performances, and participants wearing elaborate costumes through the streets.

The public transportation system combines 11 underground lines and 8 commuter train routes connecting all districts with frequent service from 5 AM until midnight.

The city maintains 12 functioning Romanesque churches from medieval times, forming a ring around the central district with their distinctive architectural features.

Location: Cologne Government Region

Elevation above the sea: 59 m

Shares border with: Rhein-Erft District, Rhein-Sieg District, Rhein-Berg District, Leverkusen, Mettmann, Rhein-Kreis Neuss, Hürth

Address: Cologne, Germany 51147 Cologne

Website: https://stadt-koeln.de

GPS coordinates: 50.94222,6.95778

Latest update: November 1, 2025 18:35