Cologne Government Region Travel Guide

North Rhine-Westphalia

A cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river with boats, and a distinctive bridge.
A cathedral, a bridge, and a river at night.
A cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a modern tower, and a bridge over a river.
A cathedral with two spires, a historic building with a clock tower, and a river with boats.
A steel bridge with a cathedral in the background.

Popular cities in Cologne Government Region

A bridge with a gothic cathedral in the background.
Cologne
Known for Shopping, Cathedrals and Business
Come to romantic Cologne and enjoy its cathedral, museums and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Phantasialand
  • LANXESS Arena
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, shops, and cafes.
Bonn
Known for Business, Historical and Museums
Come to romantic Bonn and enjoy its museums, history and theatre.

Reasons to visit

  • Beethoven House
  • Dragon's Rock
  • Schloss Drachenburg
A historic building with intricate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative stonework.
Aachen
Known for Business, Cheese and Romantic
Explore romantic Aachen: its UNESCO site, countryside, spas and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Aachen Cathedral
  • Aachen Town Hall
Monschau town in Germany street view with half-timbered houses and Rur river - a small resort town in the Eifel region of western Germany, located in the Aachen district of North Rhine-Westphalia
Monschau
Known for Historical, Small town and Culture
Experience quaint Monschau: its history, castle, diving and more!
A castle on a hill with surrounding houses and a river.
Heimbach
Known for Lakes, Spas and Relaxing
Experience relaxing Heimbach: its hiking, lake views, spas and more!
A lakeside town with a church steeple, houses, and autumn-colored trees.
Simmerath
Known for Lakes, Swimming and Nature
Get away to relaxing Simmerath! Enjoy the natural setting, lake views and local cuisine.

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