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Between Alter Markt and Heumarkt, the Altstadt Pub is an original pub with original furnishings and a quirky touch. It attracts a mixed crowd from all ages and backgrounds, with cold dishes and beers such as Becks being served at moderate prices. Thanks to long opening hours, spontaneous visits are possible during the day and at night.
The Mumu in Schaafenstraße is an institution of the Cologne gay scene and functions as a bar and café. Colourful interiors create a cheerful atmosphere, cocktails, beer and coffee are served, plus light snacks. Regular parties, concerts, and themed events attract queer partygoers.
The EX-Corner in Schaafenstraße is a classic of Cologne's gay scene, whose large window fronts provide a view of the street. Dim lighting and music from pop to house to karaoke characterize the evenings, and the focus is on the daily happy hour with cocktails. The men-only bar fills up quickly on weekends, and in good weather also on the street.
On Pipinstraße in the old town is Barcelon, a gay bar with a mixed crowd and a relaxed vibe. The drinks menu offers 45 types of gin, cocktails, long drinks, wines, spirits and beers; a sun terrace provides additional space in good weather. On weekends and public holidays, the bar opens early and serves cakes and coffee specialties.
In the south of the old town, in the middle of pubs and restaurants, lies the construction site 4U, a gay bar with a warm atmosphere. Kölsch, cocktails and other drinks will be served. During the week it remains relaxed, on weekends there is dancing and singing; at carnival or CSD, the mood continues to rise. Happy hours and outdoor seating invite you to linger.
Around Jülicher Straße, the Central Café is a meeting place for Cologne's LGBTQ+ community. Warm light and retro charm characterize the room, café by day, bar by night. There are coffee drinks, fresh juices, cocktails, homemade lemonades as well as vegan snacks, tapas and burgers. Quiz nights, live music and theme parties regularly provide a program.
On Chargesheimerplatz is the party club of the same name, which attracts a colorful LGBTQ+ community. In dark rooms with a powerful bass, house, techno and pop mix to exuberant nights. The offer includes several dance floors, a bar with cocktails and long drinks as well as occasional theme parties and drag shows in Cologne's unpretentious party culture.
At Marsilstein 29, the Clip is a gay bar in the center of Cologne. Dimmed lights, cozy seating areas and a familiar community characterize the uncomplicated atmosphere. Cocktails, beers and other drinks are available at moderate prices, plus daily changing special offers. Quiz evenings and theme parties round off the program, and the central location invites you to have a spontaneous drink.
In the revitalized Carlswerk area in Cologne-Mülheim is the Club Volta, a former cable factory with around 280 square meters and space for up to 450 guests. Colored stained glass windows give the rooms their flair. The program includes concerts from rock to pop, but also company parties, readings and workshops. The club is barrier-free and can be combined with the neighboring beer garden.
Near the Nippes S-Bahn station is the Olympia clubhouse, an uncomplicated meeting place for club members and party guests. There are small meals, drinks and football broadcasts via Sky and DAZN on large screens. A bowling alley, a terrace for the summer and rooms for private parties or workshops complete the offer. In the cooler season, larger parties take place.
Deck 5 is located on Mathiasstraße in the centre of Cologne, a bar-café with maritime decorations reminiscent of a ship's deck. During the day there are coffee specialities and light snacks, in the evening cocktails, craft beers and occasional events. The proximity to the Blue Lounge allows spontaneous transitions to the dance evening. The address is popular with the LGBTQ+ community.
The Diamonds Club Cologne is a party club with several dance floors where DJs play house, techno and chart hits. The bar offers creative cocktails, premium spirits and refreshing drinks. For groups and special occasions, table and lounge reservations are available with personal service, and stylish lounges characterize the modern décor.
At Friesenwall 26, the era – café & bar is a meeting place for the LGBTQ+ community in Cologne's trendy district. During the day there is coffee, homemade cakes and light meals, in the evening cocktails, beers and wines. In summer, the terrace invites you to take part, as well as events such as quiz evenings or live music. The staff ensures a sense of community.
In the gay district around the Bermuda Triangle near Rudolfplatz is the Exile, half cozy bar, half party club. Two bars provide fast service, plus a dance floor and cozy seating areas. On weekends, live DJs play, drag shows and theme nights bring variety. In the bright rooms, an open, cheerful atmosphere is created.
Girls Events are aimed at lesbian and queer women and take place in changing Cologne clubs. The program includes WLW specials with DJs and performances, plus music from house to techno to special WLW sets. There is a girls-only policy, and spontaneous visitors can also enter at the box office.
In the former premiere cinema of the Gloria Theater, the Gloria Café retains its retro charm of the 1950s with ticket booths, glass blocks in the ceiling and kidney tables. There is freshly ground coffee from the ERNST roastery, vegan cakes from Café Rotkehlchen and a changing lunch menu. In summer, an outdoor area opens on Apostelnstraße.
GREEN KOMM is an internationally renowned after-hours party at the Cologne club Nachtflug. Regularly early on Sunday mornings, it mixes progressive trance with house, played by DJs from all over the world as well as local artists. Centrally located and accessible via the Friesenplatz station, the club offers an additional stage for newcomers on the second floor with the Bacardi Lounge.