5 places in and around Cologne that you should (re)discover this summer

Summer, sun, sunshine and you're wondering where you can best enjoy Cologne's summer with a fruity, fresh drink? Here are 5 perfect places in Cologne and the surrounding area that you should definitely check out this summer. Whether with your dearest friends, family or as a location tip for your next date. The only thing missing is the right refreshing drink - but don't worry, we've got the perfect tip for that too. With a refreshing Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche, every location becomes a sparkling summer experience. Let us surprise you! ☀️

1) Fühlinger See - summer feeling with all the trimmings

Fühlinger See is the all-rounder among Cologne's lakes. Blackfoot Beach offers fine sand, palm trees, beach volleyball and cool drinks - a vacation feeling without a plane ticket. Those who prefer to get active can try their hand at stand-up paddling, canoeing, diving or archery. Or simply get into the water and dive in. There are 19 kilometers of paths around the lake for jogging, cycling or simply going for a walk. Plus: a slackline facility and exercise trail for anyone who can't sit still.

📍Location: in Chorweiler

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2) Bleibtreusee - wakeboarding instead of bathing lake romance

A little out of the way, but definitely worth a day trip: Lake Bleibtreusee near Brühl. Here you can swim and even go water skiing or wakeboarding. Adrenaline meets relaxation - with SUP boards, floating islands and everything that makes summer fun.

📍Location: near Brühl and Hürth

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3) Rheinpark - the classic with a view of the cathedral

The Rheinpark is more than just a city park: it is green, huge and has quite a few hidden highlights. Here you can stroll through a former Federal Garden Show site, jump on water playgrounds or take the mini train through the park - 20 minutes, 2 kilometers, completely relaxed. And then there's the view: From the Rheinpark, you have one of the best views of the cathedral. Extra highlight: the Cologne cable car, which takes you over the Rhine.

📍Location: Auenweg Rheinpark, 50674 Cologne

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4) Finken's garden - discover nature with all your senses

There is a small garden in Rodenkirchen that is really big when it comes to amazement. Finken's garden is a nature experience garden where you can observe animals, smell herbs, walk barefoot and simply experience nature. The orchard hums, the birds sing and if you look closely, you will discover more than just green leaves. Ideal for anyone who wants to take a deep breath - without noise, but with life.

📍Location: Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 49, 50996 Cologne

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5) Rathenauplatz - neighborhood flair under plane trees

Rathenauplatz is green, lively and right in the heart of Cologne. Neighbors meet here, kids run around on the playground, people play table football, chat and relax. The table tennis table has a patina, but that's exactly what gives the square its charm. Kiosks provide you with cold drinks, the beer garden invites you to sit down - and thanks to the dedicated community, there are regular flea markets, readings and more!

📍Location: Roonstraße 48, 50674 Cologne

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