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Are you visiting our city during the most wonderful time of the year? Be sure to join our Cologne Christmas Lights bike tour – the perfect activity during this joyful season.
Cologne hosts the most beautiful X-mas markets in Europe and thus makes the Christmas season the most festive time of the year. Many decorated stalls appear all over the city, offering local delicacies and gadgets, and the beautiful landmarks light up, turning the city into a cozy Christmas wonderland.
On this guided bike tour you enjoy a combination of classic sightseeing and visit different Christmas markets. Our knowledgeable local guides share some of their favorite German holiday traditions and know where to find unique handcrafted toys and Christmas souvenirs. Of course there is also enough time to try some traditional foods or a typical mulled wine or freshly brewed cocoa.
Cologne at Christmas time has its own unique charm!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Departure Point: Colonia Aktiv Shop Gereonswall 2 50668 Köln Address: Colonia Aktiv Shop Gereonswall 2 50668 Köln Directions: ..close to the medieval town gate "Eigelsteintor"
Itinerary
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1
We meet at Gereonswall, at the Colonia Aktiv Shop, which is located just next to the medieval Eigelstein city gate. Meet your guide, jump on your city bikes or e-bikes and off you go!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
What an amazing panoramic view to the Cathedral and the Rhine! Make sure you have your cameras reday!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Cylce along the banks of the Rhine river and enjoy fantastic views. The Rhine park is one of the biggest gardens of Colognes so-called "Schäl Sick". Your guide will tell you all about it!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Enjoy a combination of sightseeing and a visit to different Christmas markets in the historical city center during this wonderful tour.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Alter Markt
What a unique feeling! The X-Mas Market in the Old Town has such a special vibe. You have the chance to try some of the local specialties, such as mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and much more.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Cologne Cathedral
Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral - Enjoy the Christmassy atmosphere in front of Germany's sight number one: The Cathedral!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Rheinauhafen
A very special Christmas Market waits for us at the Rheinau Harbor: the Harbor and pirates market - located right in front of the Chocolate museum and in the shadow of the so-called Crane houses. Park your bikes and take your time exploring all the handcrafted souvenirs and local treats!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Cologne
Make your way back to the Eigelstein City Gate through the city center. Christmas is such a special time here. Traditions, fairy lights, the smell of mulled wine and roasted nuts in the air - truly amazing! And who knows, maybe your guide pops by one or the other X-Mas-Special on your way back to the Eigelstein.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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