Cologne is a great place to base yourself when exploring the Rhine Valley. Since I live in Cologne anyways, I love to explore the surrounding region. Here, I compiled a list of my favorite photo worthy day trips from Cologne. All of these destinations can be reached by car or by public transport.
…Itineraries
A day-by-day breakdown for your perfect trip!
My travel itineraries are the product of my love for traveling and planning. I‘m a person who loves to know traveling times, highlights, walking times, where to stay and what to eat as well as what is necessary or recommended to book in advance.
Each itinerary has been planned and tested by me to ensure it really works. It has been developed to make sure that you don‘t need to spend a lot time with research and planning and gives you the opportunity to see the best a destination has to offer!
If you're only interested in day trips, click here. When you're interested in weekend trips, then click here. Either way, have fun exploring!
Guide to Schloss Drachenburg / Drachenburg Castle
Did you know that Germany has over 25,000 castles, fortresses, and ruins? Drachenburg Castle is located in Königswinter, in western Germany, and was built in record time within two years. Unfortunately, the castle itself was badly damaged in the last days of World War II and despite extensive restorations from 1995 to 2010, bullet holes can still be seen on the Rhine-side facade.
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Guide to the Fairytale Village of Bacharach
A small charming town on the Rhine River invites you to stroll through historic alleys and fascinates not only with small corners of the old wine trading place but also with its many half-timbered houses. Bacharach is a picturesque village with wonderful flair and character.
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Mainz Day Trip: Sights, Food, and Insider Tips
We spontaneously decided to visit Mainz for the first time. After all, Mainz was supposed to be a beautiful city, and we persuaded ourselves to take a walk along the Rhine, a fresh glas of wine and exploration tours through half-timbered streets, which we liked straight away and reminded us a little of our last visit to Monschau.
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How to visit the Geierlay suspension rope bridge in Germany
For one and a half years, the Geierlay suspension rope bridge was the “longest suspension rope bridge in Germany”. The title had to be handed in in 2017, which is why the Geierlay is known today only as the “most beautiful” suspension rope bridge in Germany. Nevertheless, the breathtaking rope bridge attracts several hundred thousand visitors annually. In the first two years after the opening, 400,000 people made it into the otherwise unknown region.
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13 Fairytale Villages in Germany You Need To Know
Today, I’m going to show you 13 fairytale villages in Germany that spread out their vibes with winding cobblestone alleys, medieval townhouses and countless photo spots.
Those of you who have Germany on their bucket list probably dream about enchanting castles and palaces, alpine views in Bavaria, attending the Oktoberfest and drinking beer or the industrial culture. But there is so much more that Germany has to offer.
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10 Ways To Enjoy Travel From Home
I recently wrote about the possibilities to bring Paris to your own home or how to avoid wanderlust, but did you know that you can actually travel from home? With each and everyone of us staying at home and not being able to travel, traveling from home is a huge opportunity to learn something new, enjoy a foreign country or simply make your quarantine day a little less annoying. Here are 10 ways to enjoy travel from your home.
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What to do during a Day Cruise to Dominica
Often you do not spend two weeks on an island or plan an individual trip to the Caribbean, but visit these beautiful islands as part of a cruise. Therefore, today it should be all about what things I would definitely recommend on the beautiful island of Dominica that you can do in one day.
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A Day Trip to Beautiful Monschau
You’ve probably already seen Monschau’s beautiful half-timbered houses in your Instagram feed. Monschau is a popular travel destination, especially at Christmas. Nevertheless, Monschau has an incredible charm also in warmer seasons. This post should give you an impression of the small town in the German Eifel.
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Paris in 24 Hours: The Layover Edition
If you’re a traveler, chances are high that Paris is on your bucket list. Chances are even higher that – if you’re from Europe – you will someday have a Layover in Paris. You may want to use the time wisely and that’s why this blogpost is perfect for you! Read everything you need to know in this article.
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