Grengel Travel Guide
Cologne
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its local chocolate shops.
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
Things to do
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne: Old Town Virtual Reality Walking Tour
Köln-Altstadt: Scharfrichter, Henker & Co.-Tour
Top hotels in Grengel
Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
Great hotel, right next to the airport.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Maritim Hotel Köln
We decided to finish our road trip and gig of bands I've never heard of, but the younger generation knew who they were, with three days in Cologne. We booked the Maratim Hotel due to the location and how it looked. The hotel was very clean and the staff very attentive. I did think that the car park, ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Novotel Köln City
Room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and well staffed, meaning items were refilled quickly and efficiently. Location was perfect for us as a family - we came for the Christmas markets and the train car taking you around the four main ones was a few minute walk!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Pullman Cologne
Rooms were spotless, kind staff, great location
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
We absolutely loved this hotel stay! Staff was wonderful. They treated our son like a prince! Close to train station, cathedral, shopping, and dining. Will stay here again for sure!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Great view. Nice selection at breakfast. Good location.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grengel
Porz
The bars and golf courses are just a few things visitors like about Porz. City Center Porz and Bergisches Land Nature Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Porz Markt U-Bahn or Porz Steinstrasse U-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Rodenkirchen
Rodenkirchen is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Rhine and Forstbotanischer Garten Köln are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Rodenkirchen Tram Stop or Siegstrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Poll
When in Poll and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Rheinau Harbour or LANXESS Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Poll Salmstrasse U-Bahn or Baumschulenweg U-Bahn.
Kalk
Kalk is well liked for its bars and festivals. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Odysseum and Bergisches Land Nature Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Kalk Kapelle U-Bahn or Kalk Post U-Bahn to get around.
Südstadt
When in Südstadt and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Cologne Cathedral or Rheinau Harbour and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chlodwigplatz U-Bahn or Ubierring U-Bahn.
Deutz
Museums, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by Cologne Triangle or LANXESS Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.
