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Just kidding Deutz, we think you’re great 😘

Just kidding Deutz, we think you’re great 😘

Like in many cities, in Cologne our city is divided by our big river, the Rhein 🌊 The west of Kölle is often considered by Kölner to be the place to be, while the East side… not so much 🙃

Schäl means cross-eyed and the Schäl Sick gets its name from horses that used to pull barges on the East wearing bridals that gave them the appearance of having crossed eyes to the Westsiders 😵

All that said, we like it over there! Really, this isn’t a real rivalry like ours with Düsseldorf (that one is REAL!). There is plenty over there to do and love ❤️

#liebedeinestadt #köllefornia #freewalkcologne

A reminder that it’s April in Kölle, not that y

A reminder that it’s April in Kölle, not that you needed it based on weather ☔️⛈️🌦️🌈🌞⛅️ Here are some life lessons you’ll learn during our Spring season.

The only real consistent thing about Spring in Cologne is that it’s not consistent 🥲 traveling here at this time of year can give you the best weather you’ll have all year or weather that makes it seem like the apocalypse 👌🏼

Enjoy the gamble, come visit ♥️🤍

#freewalkcologne #travelgermany #liebedeinestadt

Cologne has plenty of history to dig into! (Often

Cologne has plenty of history to dig into! (Often literally as the city tries to build new buildings and runs into ruins hidden underground.) Our ruins are an incredible reminder of our past and here are some you can see for free!

Of course there are plenty more and we’ll probably do a part two but here are some of the ruins that come to mind that might be worth checking out in Köln if you’re a history buff on a budget on the lookout for ancient stuff 🏛️

Check out more history and tips in over 80 cities with our awesome partners at @freetourcommunity

#freewalkcologne #liebedeinestadtköln #travelgermany

We’re gonna stop talking about weather in these

We’re gonna stop talking about weather in these posts and promising it will get better because honestly, it might snow this week and that’s enough to drive a person insane.

Instead, look how happy everyone is on our tours! Plus we have a bunch of new, fun guides who will show you an awesome time ❤️🤍 Köllefornia may be one hold but Köln still has more than enough lovely stuff to see and hear about!

Cologne has way more sightseeing than people realize and for our money the best feeling in Europe 😇 Come travel to Cologne and explore with us 🚶‍♀️🚶🚶🏽‍♂️
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A weekend full of normal activities on our end 🍻 Drinking a Kranz full of Kölsch or two with our raccoon friends in Cologne is pretty much the standard 🦝

How was your weekend? Ready to hit the week?

Looking for something to do? Come spend some time with us on a brewery tour (tomorrow and Thursday!) and travel your/our home town for a while 🤍♥️

#liebedeinestadt #köllefornia #freewalkcologne

Happy Weekend Everyone 🤍♥️ Köln’s know

Happy Weekend Everyone 🤍♥️

Köln’s known for, ehem, not being the prettiest city to put it kindly 🥴 but really, you just have to know where to go. We’ve got plenty of spots that stand out and show hints of what the city used to be! (Check out @timeridekoeln for a more detailed look at that).

If you’re looking for a few good examples, your best bet isn’t in the city center but in the neighbourhoods (in Kölle we call them Veedel) on the edges of our old town like Agnesviertel, Südstadt and the Belgian Quarter or even deeper 🗺️

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Yes, we’re not great at football but it didn’t

Yes, we’re not great at football but it didn’t have to be like this 🥲🥲

We’re passionate about our team no matter what in Köln but sometimes the Effzeh really know how to make losses sting 🥴 At least Mönchengladbach didn’t finish second.

We’re loyal here to our city, to our club, to each other maybe to a fault but that’s part of what makes Cologne so special. Our foolish optimism is really endearing 🥹

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We get to come to one of Cologne’s Medieval gate

We get to come to one of Cologne’s Medieval gates every day which gives us the chance to see this piece of our history go through all seasons throughout the years. Eigelsteintorburg is home to meetings, departures, love, sadness, festivals, music, markets, hugs, laughs, drinks, sunshine, rain and so so so much more.  We’re happy we get the chance to show people our city and there isn’t a spot we’d rather start our days!  Eigelstein is one of Köln’s three remaining medieval gates, leftover from the wall that surrounded the city before the Prussians arrived and expanded Kölle. Napoleon entered through this gate and was once home to a Roman Grave Site not to mention one of the first witch executions in Germany.   Now it’s a music school, an event hall and home to the @buergerverein_eigelstein & @kg_grosse_eigelsteiner , a citizen’s club that improves the area and a new Karneval Club that has the same values!  Come travel here and visit our gate to learn more!

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#eigelsteinviertel #liebedeinestadt #freewalkcologne #kölntourismus

A couple warm weather photos! Yay! ☀️☀️ A

A couple warm weather photos! Yay! ☀️☀️

And also…Some tour photos from a bit of a colder season cause we’re a little tired of rain and maybe if we post about it, it will feel acknowledged and go away 🌧️

Still! Our tours run everyday and we know how to show you a good time, find shelter, and drink great beer in rain or shine ✨ Plus we promised summer is coming…

Come visit and travel Cologne with us and get yourself a pic on our page 🕺🏻📸 #tourphotos #freewalkcologne #kölntourismus  Wanna check out more tours like us with more city insights? Be sure to visit @freetourcommunity for the best around!

Cologne’s got its fair share of awesome bars (th

Cologne’s got its fair share of awesome bars (there’s a whole list through our link in bio if you’re curious for more). That said, @red_fox_bar_cologne is pretty special 🦊 With some classic arcade games to play and bar games like skee ball, darts, pool and more, this is an awesome spot to spend a night! 👾  On top of that, the beer selection has some good international beers (we’re begging you to bring back the PBRs!) and the bar’s food is perfect for the vibe! Definitely take the time while you’re traveling through Köln’s Ehrenfeld district to visit.   Also, pro-tip! Tuesdays and Thursdays offer Skee for Free although the nights tend to be a bit more crowded. And make sure jump on the N64 while you’re at it to be reminded of how bad you are at Mario Kart! 🕹️

#liebedeinestadt #freewalkcologne #kölntourismus #ehrenfeldliebe #exploregermany

For a longtime, as long as our longest tenured gui

For a longtime, as long as our longest tenured guides can remember, Mülheim has been considered our next big Veedel! The next Ehrenfeld, the next star in Cologne’s Sky ✨ Has it gotten there? We’re not sure but maybe not being considered the next big thing suits this part of our city just fine.

Köln’s large northeastern Neighborhood is beautiful with unspoiled streets and revamped industrial areas. Its food scene is rich beyond “Little Istanbul” on Keupstraße. Its riverfront might offer the best sunsets and views in the city. You probably already know one of Germany’s best rated clubs is there!  Hidden in its alleys is a long history of industry, culture, and independence. Mülheim is more than worth exploration and a visit from locals and tourists alike. And good news. We’ve got a Mülheim tour coming soon. We’ll keep you posted so you can travel Müllem with us!

#liebedeinestadt #freewalkcologne #kölntourismus #mülheim

while thinking about the Opera, the Jewish Museum,

while thinking about the Opera, the Jewish Museum, the 17, the Stadtarkiv, the hole in the Dom metro ceiling from Karneval Jesus, etc…

If we’re building it here in Cologne, you can bet it will be on time… Kölle-Time… so a decade late ⏰ With Mülheim’s bridge now closed for tram travel, our friends from the other side have a lot harder time getting to the North of Köln.

The good news is that the bus and the lines they replaced the 18 and 13 with seem to be doing well so far! Let’s hope it lasts 🥹🤞🏼

If you come to Germany looking for efficiency, don’t come here 😅 #travelgermany #liebedeinestadt #freewalkcologne

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