3 days in Cologne Itinerary

Though Cologne famously contains 12 Romanesque churches, the city's top prize remains its landmark Gothic cathedral.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cologne: Deutsches Eck (German Corner) (in Koblenz), Eltz Castle (in Wierschem) and Aachen Cathedral (in Aachen). Pack the 12th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Phantasialand. Next up on the itinerary: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cologne Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Nurburgring, snap pictures at Hohenzollern Bridge, and see the interesting displays at Chocolate Museum.

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If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Düsseldorf Airport, Cologne Bonn Airport, Dortmund Airport and Weeze Airport. In July in Cologne, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 16°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.