Timeline
15:00
Grab a ticket at Metropolis Cinema. It screens films in their original language, mostly English, so you can relax and enjoy the show without worrying about the subtitles.
16:35
Walk 19 minutes south-southeast to the Hohenzollern Bridge. This is the 'Locking Bridge' covered in padlocks. Position yourself near the back of the Kölner Dom to find the straight path leading to the Rhine. Arrive just in time to watch the sun dip toward the WSW.
17:15
Head to Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom, a short walk from the bridge. It is a traditional Colognian restaurant with genuine local flair. Order a meal and a beer to enjoy the transition from twilight to night.
18:24
End the night at Brauerei Malzmühle. This pub is visited by Bill Clinton and stays open until 22:00, giving you time for a final drink in a relaxed setting.
Local tip
The Hohenzollern Bridge is a popular spot for tourists. If you prefer a quieter view, keep walking along the riverbank away from the cathedral.
Check before you go
- Metropolis Cinema is open from 15:00 to 24:00.
- Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom is open Mo-Th 11:00-23:00, Fr 11:00-24:00, Sa 10:00-24:00, and PH 10:00-23:00.
- Brauerei Malzmühle is open 10:00-22:00.
Worth knowing
- Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom is open at 17:15 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cologne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).