Timeline
11:28
Walk the quiet paths of Geusenfriedhof. It is the oldest Protestant cemetery in the Rhineland, established around 1584. The early morning light is gentle on the old stones.
13:28
Grab a coffee at Hinz und Kunz. This café is open from 09:00, making it the perfect first stop after the cemetery. Enjoy a quiet moment before the day gets busy.
15:28
Head to Borsalino for an early lunch. This affordable Italian-style restaurant is open from 11:30. It is a short walk from the café and offers a hearty meal before the walk to the river.
15:58
Stand by the Hohenzollern Bridge as the golden light begins. Walk to the back of the cathedral and follow the straight path to the bridge on your right. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow on the thousands of padlocks covering the rails.
16:28
End the evening at Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom. This traditional Colognian restaurant is just a short walk from the bridge. Order a Kölsch and enjoy the Cologne flair as the day winds down.
Local tip
Geusenfriedhof is open from 09:00 in January. Hinz und Kunz closes at 16:00, so visit early. Borsalino is open until 24:00 on weekdays.
Check before you go
- Geusenfriedhof opens at 09:00 in January.
- Hinz und Kunz is open 09:00-16:00 daily.
- Borsalino is open 11:30-24:00 Mon-Thu.
Worth knowing
- Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom is open at 16:28 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).