City trip to Cologne - An unforgettable journey!
Plan a city trip to Cologne and visit one of the most vibrant, exciting and diversifying cities in Germany with international flair. Indulge in a great mix of historical past and contemporary present.
Cologne is a major cultural centre of the Rhineland and has a vibrant arts scene. Cologne is home to more than thirty museums and hundreds of galleries. Exhibitions range from local ancient Roman archeological sites to contemporary graphics and sculpture.
Travel comfortably by train from the UK to Cologne and discover Cologne's diverse touristic offer!
Cologne from 59 Euro
Travel fast and conveniently by train from the UK to Cologne.
Enjoy a comfortable and fast journey to Germany using DB Bahn's London-Spezial from 59 Euro.
Reach Cologne from London in just over 4 hours by train. Refreshments, snacks and light meals are available in the board bistro during your journey. Arrive relaxed in Germany's capital and enjoy your city break in Berlin from the beginning.
| Price: | 2nd class from EUR 59.00 (single). 1st class from EUR 109.00 (single). |
| Sales period: | until further notice |
| Travel period: | until further notice |
| Booking window: | From 92 days until 3 days prior to departure. |
| Validity period between outward and return journey:: | 1 month |
| Route: | Cross-border routes between the UK and Germany via Brussels using Eurostar and ICE services |
| Products: | Eurostar to Brussels and ICE from Brussels to Germany. |
| Specific Trains: | Yes |
| Ticket type: | Single Return |
| Class: | Available in 1st and 2nd class |
| BahnCard reduction: | Get an extra EUR 5 discount with the BahnCard 25. |
| Companion discount: | No |
| Children's discount:: |
Please note that the fares for family children vary from country to country. The price will be shown in the booking. Children travelling alone pay half the adult fare. |
| Exchange/reimbursement: | Can be reimbursed or exchanged up to the travel day for a charge of EUR 15.00. No refund after the first day of validity. You can take a DB Spar- und Spezialpreis insurance for as little as EUR 6 to cover the return fee and/or reimbursement of the ticket price in the event of rescission for an insured reason. You can also transfer the "Europa-Spezial" ticket to a different train along the entire route on the first day of validity of the outward or return journey - on payment of the difference to the normal price - for the section of the regulating carrier (for the on-board price in the train) and an additional service charge of EUR 15 per ticket and direction. |
| Note: | Tickets for the London-Spezial offer only apply for the days and trains (connections) shown. While stocks last. The Belgian-German border may only be crossed in a booked DB long-distance train. |
Highlights for an unforgettable experience in Cologne
Cologne's most famous attractions are amongst others:
Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral (German: Kölner Dom) is a Roman Catholic church. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne and the administration of the Archdiocese of Cologne. It is a renowned monument of German Catholicism and Gothic architecture and is a World Heritage Site. It is Germany's most visited landmark, attracting an average of 20,000 people a day.
Inhoff Chocolate Museum
The Imhoff chocolate museum ( Imhoff-Schokoladenmuseum)was opened by Hans Imhoff on 31 October 1993. It is situated in the Cologne quarter of Altstadt-Süd on the Rheinauhafen peninsula. The exhibits show the entire history of chocolate, from its beginnings with the Olmecs, Maya and Aztecs to contemporary products and production methods. With more than 5,000 guided tours and 675,000 visitors a year, the museum is in the Top Ten of German museums
Rhine Cruise with KD
Köln-Düsseldorfer (KD) is a river cruise operator based in Cologne, Germany. The company operates a total of 14 cruise ships on the Rhine, Main and Moselle rivers.
The famous KD steamer line operated on the Rhine both with connecting steamers and tourist boats. The Lorelei rock was a famed day outing for pleasure seekers.
| Route: | Travel time: |
|---|---|
| Brussels-Cologne | 1.50 hours |
| Berlin-Cologne | 4.22 hours |
| Munich-Cologne | 4.24 hours |
| Frankfurt-Cologne | 1.03 hours |
Regional travel offers
5 People can travel together around Northrine Westphalia an entire day using DB Bahn's Nordrhein-Westfahlen-Ticket. Secure your Northrine-Westphalia-Ticket from just 29 Euro and explore Cologne's surroundings.
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