One of the oldest churches and from what I understand, the largest in area-under-roof…read more.. Standing outside this church, you can't be feel in awe - when you go inside, you become slackjawed at the immensity and sheer awe inspiring feel this structure gives off. When you learn how long it took to build this structure - in the order of 600 (or maybe I forget 800 years) - it is a testament to human endurance and persistence. The frescoes, the buttresses, the carvings, the paintings, the everything of this place inspires a tongue-tied, mind-bending, experience. Kinda leave you wondering about your place in this whole wide world... Anyway, tickets are 12 Euros each and it's worth every penny. There is a plaza next to the church where you can start at this enormous and wondrous piece of architecture for about as long as you would like. It was well worth the time spent getting here and the parking hassles that Cologne has to offer...

We came here September 2026. Cost was $12. Get there early…read morewe came at 2 pm and they were closing at 330 for special event. We stayed the whole time. So Quiet and beautiful. This one took 600 years to build but sat vacant for 300 years. Mosaic floor was very impressive. The outsiders black because all of the soot from all the industries over the years. Hard to clean because it is a gummy film. They have to use a special sand to clean it. I still don't know how they built these with no power tools? Loved it! Shopping area and all kinds of restaurants are right next to the cathedral the river is a short walk away.

If you're in the Leverkusen or Rheindorf area and need to do some shopping then I highly suggest…read morethe Rathaus Galerie. The galleria is always clean, neat and well kept. You'll find many many riding their bikes, walking or just enjoying their lunch break outside. Most anything you're looking for, you'll find at Rathaus Galerie. You'll find clothing, housewares, electronics, game stores, restaurants and much more. The Galerie is setup as an indoor mall that also allows you to go outside to to other part of the mall. Over the last two weeks, I've been here several times and I have had no problem with parking, navigating the mall. The people here are very warm and welcoming and I enjoy the shopping or just people watching.

Amazing very convenient parking garage. Close to everything and easy to get in and outread more