Cologne

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Cologne

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Cologne is considered the warmest and most sociable city in Germany, and its LGBTQ+ scene is one of the strongest in the country. Bars and clubs cluster in the "Bermuda Triangle" around Rudolfplatz, while ColognePride draws over a million people — among the largest parades in Europe. Above it all rises the Gothic cathedral, the city's emblem.

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Best time to visit

May — July

LGBTQ+

✓ Safety: High

Highlights

  • 1 The "Bermuda Triangle" at Rudolfplatz — bars and clubs
  • 2 ColognePride — one of Europe's largest
  • 3 Cologne Cathedral (UNESCO)
  • 4 Cologne Carnival

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