A new exhibition at the Cologne Ludwig Museum showcases the latest new painting from German artist Gerhard Richter.
Making Sunday great with cake
If you arrive in Germany from a 24/7 open-all-hours city, Sundays will come as a bit of a shock. Everything is closed. The streets are empty, there's nothing to do and nowhere to spend your hard earned cash. But don't jump back on the plane just yet. There's a much-loved tradition that will save your … Continue reading Making Sunday great with cake
DADA does Deutz at ART.FAIR
This year's ART.FAIR can be enjoyed in Cologne's exhibition halls from the 27-30 October 2016.
Discover cool Cologne at Le Tour Belgique
Some people say Ehrenfeld is the coolest part of Cologne. Others rate the Südstadt. I’m with the Belgisches Viertel. But don’t take my word for it, find out for yourself at Le Tour Belgique.
Time to pay for your ticket to ride
Schwarzfahren just got more expensive. Time to stop pretending you're just another hapless foreigner and start paying the price.
Fantastic festivals for fall
Festivals aren't just for summer. There is some great music coming to Cologne in the next few months. Grab yourself a ticket and keep the winter blues at bay.
The state I am in
In a town with an exhibition centre the size of Cologne’s, it’s not surprising that fairs tend to spread across the river and into town. Consider the latest GamesCon trade fair that took place recently, parties and events closed the ring entirely and thousands of visitors descended on the city. Photokino (20-25 September 2016) isn’t … Continue reading The state I am in
Pretty as a picture – Schee
From pictures to pots, tea towels to tea lights, Schee in the Belgiches Viertal has got it all. But it’s the prints that really stand out. Walk into this hipster emporium and you’ll be instantly drawn to the wall full of pictures: from floor to ceiling, there’s a print to suit just about any taste. … Continue reading Pretty as a picture – Schee