Fast alles über den Kölner Süden

Explorations, stories, and interesting facts from the coolest city in the Republic. Here, Cologne is at its most authentic: In the Vringsveedel – the Severinsviertel – the heart of Cologne beats. Along the banks of the Rhine in Rodenkirchen and Marienburg, the Romans were already working on their ships, and in Zollstock, even the archbishop had to be monitored. This colorful mix from A to Z holds surprises for locals – as well as for newcomers and visitors, with tips for a discovery tour between villas and flood markers. Plus, there’s plenty of history and anecdotes. Bayenthal, Marienburg, Rodenkirchen, Zollstock, Raderberg, Raderthal, and the Severinsviertel. Day-trippers rarely wander into this part of Cologne, as there are few tourist hotspots like large museums or historical monuments. But there are no locals who don’t love this southern area for their outings. Here, Jan von Werth meets his Griet anew every year, and much brewing and even more building has taken place. Did you know that lepers once lived in the villa district of Marienburg? That the shoemaker Habenichts almost changed the entire history of Cologne? Do you know the Bob Dylan of the Südstadt and where the Lüchbaum stands? For locals. For their guests. For the other Cologne residents to get to know their city off the beaten path.