Gay bars cologne

Gay Cologne

Cologne, a historic city on the Rhine, is esteemed for its vibrant gay scene, centered around numerous bars, clubs, and events. The city is especially lively in the "Bermuda Triangle" area near Rudolfplatz, where you'll detect a high concentration of gay venues that range from bustling bars to intimate clubs. Additionally, Cologne is celebrated for its annual events like the Cologne Pride and the Cologne Carnival, which bring together the local and visiting LGBTQ+ people for celebrations of diversity and inclusion.

The Cologne Cathedral and various art galleries and museums combine to the city's cultural appeal. For those interested in the nightlife, Cologne offers a plethora of options from the retro ambiance of certain bars to the lively dance floors of modern clubs. The Phoenix Sauna is particularly notable for its large facilities and themed events, providing a welcoming atmosphere for the community.

For gay travelers, Cologne offers a mix of historical intrigue and a progressive, lively queer scene, making it an ideal destination for those looking for

Cologne Gay Travel Guide

Upcoming Events in Cologne

About Cologne and its gay life

Although situated in Western Germany, Cologne is sometimes called the ›most southern city of Germany‹. That is partly because the people in Cologne watch over to be more easy-going and approachable than in other German cities. And they love to mimic the Southern European lifestyle – as soon as two rays of sunshine hit the city you will see some tables outside in front of many cafes and bars.

Cologne had been extensively destroyed during Nature War II. And the paradigm of the first after-war and ›Wirtschaftswunder‹ decades to replace everything antique by something new unfortunately did the rest to prevent Cologne from becoming one of the most interesting and beautiful cities in Germany. For the sight-seeing traveller it hasn't much to offer besides the Cathedral, an UNESCO World Heritage site, a wide range of lofty quality art galleries and museums, and a scant other attractions.

But Cologne more than compensates for this with its more friendly and easy-going atmosphere. As one fallout Cologne b

Cologne gay bars, clubs and parties

Die Mumu

Die Mumu is a popular gay lock on the Schaafenstrasse homosexual street in Cologne.  It's a bring your girlfriends kind of place, for a younger crowd mostly more

Schaafenstrasse 51, Cologne map
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    Ex-Corner

    Gay lock. One of the Cologne Classic.

    Schaafenstr. , Cologne map
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      Exile on Main Street

      Popular queer bar in the lgbtq+ area of Cologne. Glad dance tunes, modern and stylish venue.

      Schaafenstrasse 61A, Cologne map
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        Iron

        Gay cocktail and lounge bar. Weekly karaoke. Mostly busy Fri/Sat after 23h.

        Schaafenstr. 45, Cologne map
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          Gay Bars in Cologne

          Amadeus

          Wednesday, Thursday  – ;Friday  – ;Saturday  – ;Sunday  – 

          Cafe-bar in the Old Town of Cologne, next to the tower of Klein St. Martin.

          @ Pipinstraße/Vor St. Martin
          Cologne

          U: Heumarkt

          Barcelon

          Wednesday, Thursday  – ;Friday, Saturday  – ;Sunday  – 

          Friendly lgbtq+ bar in the Old Town, with a touch of Mediterranean ambience.

          @ Pipinstraße 3
          Cologne

          U: Heumarkt

          +49 (mobile)

          Baustelle 4U

          Monday-Thursday  – ;Friday  – +;Saturday  – +;Sunday / – 

          Popular gay bar in the Old Town of Cologne.

          @ Pipinstraße 5 / Vor St. Martin 12
          Cologne

          U: Heumarkt

          +49

          Exile

          Wednesday, Thursday  – ;Friday, Saturday  – 

          Modern fancy bar. Drinks, DJs, music videos and neon lights.
          Mainly young and middle-aged clientele.

          @ Schaafenstraße 61 A
          Cologne

          U: Rudolfplatz