Organizing a trip during this time of year often leads to considering the idea of visiting Christmas markets: in Cologne there are as many as seven, including some truly original ones.
The city is easily reachable, also thanks to low-cost flights that connect Cologne with Bari, Rome, Venice, Bologna, Milan, and Pisa, so it is not at all difficult to find the right combination during this magical time of year.
Cologne Christmas Markets
The discovery of the Christmas markets in Cologne can only start from that of the Cathedral, open from November 23 to December 23.
Another historic market is the one set up inside the Stadtgarten park, with 45 wooden huts.
Very charming is the market based on the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, in Rudolfplatz: perfect for families on holiday in Cologne but magical also simply for young people and adults.
There is even a floating Christmas market: it is set up from November 24 to December 21 aboard the ship MS Wappen von Köln.
Other classic markets are the angels in Neumarkt square, the one located in the old town, and the one found in the port area, right on the banks of the Rhine.
Seven Christmas markets in Cologne for seven different styles but the feeling of anticipation and wonder for Christmas and for the magical atmosphere it brings is always the same.
Visiting Cologne at Christmas is, therefore, recommended because it is possible not only to discover Christmas stands but also to savor typical dishes of the local tradition.
Furthermore, by purchasing the Cologne WelcomeCard you can have access to museums, monuments, and attractions, also being able to freely use public transport services.
An inexpensive break in Cologne, to visit the Christmas markets and to appreciate the many nuances of this interesting German city.
