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Cologne Carnival Kölner Karneval 2021

Name: Cologne Carnival
Start: 2021-02-11
End: 2021-02-17

Although Koelner Carnival in Cologne is not a gay event in itself, it is very gay friendly

Event Dates
From: Thursday, Feb 11th, 2021
To: Wednesday, Feb 17th, 2021
Key Highlights
- Fun filled six days
- One million people
- Rose Monday Parade
- Bouquets of flowers
- Costumes
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With 1.5 Million People attending – Cologne Carnival is one big streetparty!

Although Koelner Carnival in Cologne is not a gay event in its self, it is very gay friendly with all the gay bars and clubs putting on events to join in the fun.

Costumes seem to be the order of the day what just about everyone wearing one. The style is rather different from Brazilian carnivals. Think more “Prussian Solder”, but then everyone loves a man in uniform. This is a fun filled six days of making new friends and meeting old ones if you can work out who is who under all the makeup and sequins.

The highlight is of Koelner Carnival is the Rose Monday Parade with over one million people lining the streets to see it from 10:30 a.m., organized by the Cologne Carnival Committee of 1823: It is a colourful spectacle with sweets (“Kamelle”), little bouquets of flowers (“Strüßjer”), pecks (“Bützje”) and over one million of spectators in fancy dress. All day the city echoes to the sounds of the Carnival battle cry: “Kölle Alaaf”, which means “Long live Cologne!”

Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,

Hotel Lyskirchen, Maritim Hotel, Dorint-Cologne, 25hours Hotel,

Recommended Hotels

Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.

Where we stay!

The Steigenberger Hotel is our
choice located in the gay district!

Official Website

For further information and advice on
Cologne Carnival, check out The Website

Gay Map of Cologne

There two gay areas in Cologne: Rudolfplatz, known locally as the “Bermuda Triangle” is more modern in style with Many of the cafes, bars and clubs around have started during the last twenty years. The Old Town is home to more Traditional pubs and bars for mixed ages.

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Recommended Apartments in Cologne

City Center
1 Bedroom

Sunny luxury Masionette apartment, in the middle of the old town of Cologne. Sun terrace over the roofs of the old town with a direct view of the town hall, large St. Martin & Domspitzen. Bathroom with tub and shower.

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Old Town
1 Bedroom

Studio Apartment in the best location: Central station, Philharmonic Hall, cathedral, museums, registry office, restaurants, breweries, pubs, and last but not least the most visited Europe’s shopping street, Schildergasse

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Apartment in old town
Studio 2 Guests

Located in the heart of Cologne, directly next to the historical Heumarkt (Hay Market), the middle of the Old Town surrounded by the humming night life and a stones throw from the world famous Cologne Cathedral

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Moderne Designer
1 Bedroom

Cozy newly renovated apartment is located near the most popular street Aachener Straße for bars, restaurants, clubs and is perfect for 2-4 persons. The apartment is perfectly located for easy access to public transport.

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Official coverage of the main parades.

Carnival Cologne – Rose Monday Parade

Recommended Hotels in Cologne

We recommend booking a hotel in the heart of the old town. They are generally more charming, close to all the gay bars and clubs and offer better value for money.

Dorint-Cologne
Central 5 Star

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Spacious rooms with a great pool and health club with 5 star service in the heart of Cologne.

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25hours Hotel 4 Star
The Heart of Cologne

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The hotel is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, cathedrals and Christmas markets

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Hotel Lyskirchen 4 Star
Bright & Spacious Rooms

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The Hotel is a great choice for travelers interested in gay bars & clubs, food & shopping.

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Maritim Hotel 3 Star
Amazing Views

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Centrally located offering stunning views of the river and just as short walk to the gay district.

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