Event Dates
From: Friday, July 19, 2024
To: Friday, July 19, 2024
Xtreme Cologne is the sleazy fetish experience taking place every year at the start of the Cologne Pride weekend!
Xtreme Cologne is the sleazy fetish experience taking place every year at the start of the Cologne Pride weekend.
- Visiting Cologne? Stay close to the gay bars in the centre of town at the “Fabulous” rated Maison Marsil, a boutique hotel in a great location, offering spacious and fashionably designed rooms, offering delicious breakfast options .
The Party
- Since 2010 Xtreme! brings more than 2,000 sexy fetish fans from all over Europe to open the Cologne Pride weekend in fetish style at the famous Essigfabrik.
- The party has 3 areas, international DJs, strict dress code and men-only. There is only one main rule – no classic streetwear. Simple jeans without any other fetish piece are not considered as fetish.
- Xtreme typically kicks off on the Friday of Pride and features a huge play area, light and laser show and an outdoor chill lounge.
- Enjoy music by a host of international DJs from the fetish and gay scene from Darklands to La Demence.
The Venue
- Essigfabrik is a massive warehouse location hosting a line-up of top-level international DJs, combined with Cologne’s biggest play area, and a sensational production quality!
- Expect outrageous staging, hypnotic lights & lasers and a large outdoor chill out area. Enjoy a cool beer with friends at the outdoor bar or explore the hot guys in the outdoor play area.
- The venue is a 12 minute taxi from Cologne’s gay district, or 14 mins by public transport leaving from Köln Poller Kirchweg.
The After parties!
- Badehaus Babylon – For more than 30 years Badehaus Babylon is one of the most beautiful and cruisiest gay bathhouses with a worldwide reputation.
- Located in the heart of the city of Cologne, close to the historical „Römerturm“ and the „Friesenplatz“, it’s a small gay paradise welcoming his guests to relax and enjoy after Xtreme!
- With more than 1400 square meter Colognes biggest gay bathhouse offers a variety of Sauna and Wellness opportunities as well as an even bigger cruising area.
Where to stay during Cologne Pride
The following hotels are close to the gay district and all of the pride parties and events. They are also a short ride from the host venue of the Xtreme party.
Hotel Lyskirchen, Maritim Hotel, Dorint-Cologne, 25hours Hotel,
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Steigenberger Hotel is our
choice located in the gay district!
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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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Cologne, affectionately referred to as the “Gay Capital of Germany”, boasts vibrant gay neighbourhoods brimming with history, culture, and LGBTQ+ pride. The city’s heart beats loudly in the districts of Rudolfplatz and the Old Town’s famous Bermuda Triangle.
Nicknamed “The Bermuda Triangle”, located west of town and home to Babylon & Phoenix saunas.
Known for its hip atmosphere offering a blend of chic boutiques, trendy restaurants, & lively bars.