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Köln Marathon

The Köln Marathon is an big running event for all  - running amateur or experienced marathoner. The course goes along the Rhine banks, the Cathedral and other sights. Enjoy the wonderful atmosphere.

Course - Köln Marathon 2020

At 4th October 2020 the big city marathon takes places. Hundreds of thousands of crazy spectators were along the course - as every year. The starting point is near the trade fair where also after 42,195 km the finish is.

The youngsters may already participate in the kids competitions on the day before. Race day starts with the half marathon. The day's highlight is of course the marathon.

The day before, the Köln Marathon Expo offers diverse novelties from the fields of running, inline skating, fitness, cyclling, wellness, and health. You may also be provided with information on latest trends and products and you may talk to experts. The event is free and the public is welcome. Please pick up your race packets here. Photo: Christoph Hardt

More information and registration: www.koeln-marathon.de

Photos of the Cologne Marathon

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The world’s largest computer games trade show ‘Gamescom’ is moving up to the next level. From 20 – 24 August 2019, numerous new game products and hardware innovations will be showcased at the Cologne trade fair. more
During the "crazy days" the "fifth season" culminates into a huge public festival. People dress up, sing local songs and simply have fun. The "crazy days" of Carnival are celebrated with parties on the streets, in public squares and in pubs - view the photo galleries. more
Every year, the city centre of Cologne is touched by the magic of the festivities in the run-up to Christmas. Christmas music, arts and crafts, toys, Christmas decorations and the scent of the Christmas bakeries create a wonderful atmosphere. more
New Year in Cologne – now that really is something to write home about. Each year hundreds of thousands of locals and visitors from all across the planet enjoy the midnight fireworks against the magical backdrop of Cologne’s cityscape. In addition to this, Cologne has plenty of other things on offer. more
On 18th July 2020, the "Kölner Lichter" light up the sky in flames. The impressive firework display is synchronised with music and transforms the view of the Rhine into a colourful sea of banyan lights, waterfalls and hundreds of thousands of sparklers. more
The most important event in the gay and lesbian calendar in Cologne is the Christopher Street Day. Every year on the first weekend of July half a million participants and visitors celebrate and demonstrate in the city centre. more