The best beer gardens in Cologne
The sun is shining, the mood is great, all that's missing is... of course, the perfect beer garden. ☀️ With a cool drink in hand and a little snack, we enjoy the summer in the best spots in Cologne. This is the way to live! Cologne (as always) has a lot to offer, so here are the 5 best beer gardens in the city. Fancy a Kölsch? Or would you prefer an Aperol Spritz? A little wine? Lemonade? The main thing is something tasty to eat? Yes, yes and yes again. So, let's not take too long, let's get on with the meatballs and head for the beer gardens. 🙌
Biergarten am Rheinauhafen Johann Schäfer
50678 Köln
The Johann Schäfer beer garden is the most wonderful location for your balmy summer evening. With a view of the Rhine, you can enjoy one, two or three Kölsch beers or even an Aperol Spritz with a little breeze blowing around your nose. The popular brewery from Südstadt also shines here with its delicacies - the fries are simply a dream!
CBE Sommergarten
Our favorite place to go in Ehrenfeld! With our neighbors and friends from Club Bahnhof Ehrenfeld. The chillest vibes, the best drinks and definitely your next beer garden in Cologne- Stop. 💜
Palmengarten
51065 Köln
Cold Kölsch beer and a vacation atmosphere - the Palmegarten beer garden leaves nothing to be desired. You can sweeten your afternoon and round off the evening with a view of the Mülheim pond. Of course, there are beer and wine classics to eat.
Biergarten Odonien
For free in the Odonien? That's right, in summer the beer garden at Odonien opens its doors on Fridays from 6 pm. Here you can experience the infamous open-air club in a different vibe and start the weekend in a relaxed way. Our tip: let yourself be surprised by the Odonische Freitagsbühne and the varied stage program right from 18:30!
Biergarten und Bootsverleih Blücherpark
In our opinion, the Blüchi is totally underrated as a park alone. Of course, the beer garden with boat hire is also part of it. Where else in Cologne can you chill out in a relaxed vibe in a huge park, look out over the water and even go boating when things get wild? Or start the evening with live music on the steps of the beer garden? Then add a slice of cake or something hearty and one to ten drinks, and the evening program is complete. You may have already heard - the beer garden in Blücherpark is always worth a visit. 🚣♂️
Stadtgarten Köln
50672 Köln
When it comes to the best beer gardens in Cologne, the Stadtgarten is of course a must. The summery ambience invites you to sit in the middle of the city and yet surrounded by greenery. Grab a cool drink of your choice and sit together with your friends in the open air. There with you! 🤩
Schwimmbad Rhein-Sommergarten
Special location alert! Hidden away in the north is a beer garden in Cologne that is a real eye-catcher and impresses with its unusual surroundings. The Schwimmbad Rhein-Sommergarten is exactly what it sounds like - a summer dream at its best, as the beer garden is hidden in an old outdoor swimming pool. A selection of drinks awaits you on site, with various types of beer, a good wine list and hot and cold drinks that leave nothing to be desired. Hunger is also catered for, with full meals and small snacks - chips are always good, aren't they?
Biergarten der Rheinterrassen
The beer garden in Cologne with the best view of the Rhine and cathedral is the beer garden at the Rheinterrassen. On the Schäl Sick, cool drinks and a real Kölsch Hätz await you. With this view of our beloved cathedral, it's time to toast with a few drinks from the extensive selection. Having visitors in summer? This beer garden is the perfect spot for your next trip to Cologne. ❤️🔥
Bumann & SOHN Biergarten
Bumann? We love it. The perfect place to sip a delicious drink in the open air. From beer and wine to fancy cocktails, there's a refreshment for everyone, we promise! Various food trucks round off your evening with culinary delights and if you feel like conquering the dance floor at the weekend, the Bumann & SOHN is guaranteed to have a suitable DJ program at the start.
Biergarten am Rathenauplatz
The beer garden on Rathenauplatz is of course a must. In the shade of the trees, you can enjoy even the hottest summer days here in the Kwartier Latäng. Cold drinks and delicious food, everything you need. Not only meat lovers will get their money's worth here, vegetarians will also find what they're looking for! The atmosphere is particularly beautiful after sunset, when the fairy lights shine in all their glory.
Maybach Biergarten
50670 Köln
You will find the beer garden of the Maybach restaurant at Mediapark. Whether your next get-together with family and friends is coming up, you want to relax with a casual after-work drink or take a break before your next visit to the cinema - the Maybach beer garden offers you everything you need for a good day in the beer garden in Cologne with a huge selection of beers and wines.☀️
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Frequently asked questions about the best beer gardens in Cologne
1. what do I need for a perfect evening in a beer garden in Cologne?
For your perfect evening in a beer garden in Cologne, all you need is a cool drink and some money to quench your thirst. Some beer gardens also have some tasty treats waiting for you. So pack your sunglasses, your friends and your after-work vibe and off you go to the beer garden in Cologne.
2. are there any beer gardens with a special atmosphere in Cologne?
Yes, there are beer gardens with a unique atmosphere in Cologne. In Johann Schäfer's beer garden on the Rhine you can sit by the water not far from the Rhine, in the Rhein-Sommergarten swimming pool you can enjoy your Kölsch in an old swimming pool and in the Odonien beer garden the creative and artistic surroundings are enticing. All of these places are perfect for forgetting everyday life and enjoying the special atmosphere. All you have to do is choose a place.
3. in which districts can I find the best beer gardens in Cologne?
The best beer gardens in Cologne are spread all over the city. You will find a suitable beer garden for you in all directions and in many districts. For example, the CBE Sommergarten in Ehrenfeld, the beer garden in the Stadtgarten in the Belgian district, the Palmengarten beer garden on the Schäl Sick in Mülheim or the Johann Schäfer beer garden on the Rhine in Südstadt.
4. how much does a Kölsch beer cost in a beer garden in Cologne?
The best way to cool off in hot summer weather? Well, a cool Kölsch of course, preferably fresh from the tap. But what does the Kölsch index say about beer gardens in Cologne? The price in most beer gardens is in a similar range of €2-3. In the Maybach Biergarten and in Bumann &SOHN you can get Gaffel Kölsch for €2.20, in the Stadtgarten fresh Sion Kölsch 0.2l for €2.50 and in the CBE Sommergarten 0.3 Gaffel for €2.90. So there's a wreath right there, isn't there? 🍻