Only in Cologne

Reviews of previous edition: 'A really wonderful book' - Dr. Klaus Hardering, Cologne Cathedral 'In a world where places become ever more similar, it is an absolute joy to stumble on the 'Only In' Guides. The author brings to the series the gaze of the enquiring outsider. A refreshing alternative to the prevailing tide of uniformity favoured by too many travel guides' - Hidden Europe magazine 'The Only In Guides help passionate travellers uncover the hidden treasures of a city, sending them home with indelible memories' - Timeless Travels magazine Often overlooked by visitors, Cologne is a city waiting to be explored. Uncover ruins, relics, and all things Romanesque in this jewel on the Rhine. More than 100 fascinating and unusual historical sites, including Roman ruins and religious relics, forgotten fortresses and abandoned cemeteries, industrial relics and historic hotels. From Colonia Agrippinensis and Sancta Colonia to the Kingdom of Prussia and the Third Reich. Locations include Napoleon's cemetery, a road beneath the Rhine, the city lighthouse, the bones of St. Ursula, and the airport where the Red Baron learned to fly. Set off on your own urban expedition with the Only In Guides! Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects. These ground-breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and locals keen to learn more about where they live.