Cologne Hotels

This city is a popular destination for tourists and business travellers. It is the stage of many important fairs like the ANUGA or Art Cologne. The Cathedral, the Old Market (Alter Markt), the Hay Market (Heumarkt) and Roncalliplatz are among the many tourist attractions you can find here. Cologne is also considered as a leading location for the international art trade and provides a several Cologne Hotels. If you are a fair or concert goer, consider that the Leonardo Hotel Cologne, one of the Cologne Hotels, is quite close to the fair grounds and concert arena.


TOP FAIRS 2010: GamesCom 18.-22.08.; Photokina 21.-26.09.2010

Fairs & Events in Cologne 2010/2011

Whether international match, 1. FC Köln, or other sporting events - Cologne has much to offer. In addition to well-known events such as the Kölner Karneval, Christopher Street Day and Kölner Lichter visitors benefit from numerous high-class concerts and shows. Business travelers and fair visitors come at their own expense with renowned fairs such as GamesCom, Anuga, Photokina and ISM.

Fair & Event GamesCom Spoga Gafa Kind + Jugend Photokina Intergeo Intermot Orgatec IMM ISM Karneval Art Cologne Anuga

Date 18.08. – 22.08.2010 05.09. – 07.09.2010 16.09. – 19.09.2010 21.09. – 26.09.2010 05.10. – 07.10.2010 06.10. – 10.10.2010 26.10. – 30.10.2010 18.01. – 23.01.2011 30.01. – 02.02.2011 03.03. – 09.03.2011 13.04. – 17.04.2011 08.10. – 12.10.2011

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Shopping & Leonardo Cologne Hotels

The “Schildergasse”, one of Europe`s famous shopping zones, is located in Cologne. Cologne is a great destination for shopping lovers since here they can find a wide range of pedestrian arcades, passages and galleries that will satisfy their shopping thirst. The Leonardo Hotel Cologne, one of Cologne Hotels, has good connections with the public transportation so you can reach the shopping district as quickly as possible.

Local Gastronomy

The gastronomic offer in Cologne is one of great variety and taste. Be it the “Kölsche Foderkaat” menu or the different kinds of beer. There are many places you can visit, from the biggest food fair in the world (the ANUGA) to the Brewery taverns, which you can’t miss. Cologne City Low Emission Zone In the first day of the year 2008 Cologne became a Low Emission Zone. This measure includes the city centre but also parts of the districts of Deutz and Mülheim. This means that in these areas you will find traffic restrictions, with the goal of improving air quality. From all the Cologne Hotels, the Leonardo Hotel is not inside the restriction zone.

Cologne Bonn Airport

This airport is the largest low cost hub in Continental Europe. With the start up of low cost carriers in the Cologne Bonn Airport an incredible increase in the number of passengers was recognized. In here you can find 130 flight destinations with almost 60 passenger airlines. These destinations include business centres, tourism attractions and also long distance routes.

Events & Leonardo Cologne Hotels

All year long Cologne witnesses many events, like the Carnival, the Kölner Lichter Musical Firework or the Christmas Market. For any of these events you will need a place to stay. When looking at the Cologne Hotels, don’t forget about the Leonardo Hotel Cologne, close to transport connections, so you can reach any of these events in a matter of minutes.

Attractions

You won’t be bored at Cologne, because there are many places to see. The magnificent Cathedral is Germany’s most visited attraction. All over the city you can find many Romanesque Churches that are waiting for your visit. Be sure to make a trip to the Chocolate Museum, where you can explore 3000 years of chocolate history.

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Koelnmesse & Leonardo Cologne Hotels

From many Cologne Hotels, the Leonardo Hotel Cologne is at a short distance from the Koelnmesse, the modern and innovative trade fair exhibition centre, which ranks number one location in 25 different economic sectors. It is also the largest organizer of trade fairs, thanks to 70 international trade fairs and 2000 conferences.

Claudius Therme

You can find the Claudius Therme in Cologne´s Rheinpark. This is one of the most beautiful and appealing thermal spas in Europe. From the thermal baths you have a breathtaking view over the magnificent park. In this therme you can easily disconnect from your busy life and focus on your well being.

Kölnarena (Lanxess Arena) & Leonardo Cologne Hotels

One of the most attractive locations for shows and concerts, with an unique capacity in Germany and Europe, it can seat up to 19,000 visitors. This space saw internationally known artists and shows that got the house full. If you are coming for a show and are looking at the multitude of Cologne Hotels, know that the Leonardo Hotel Cologne is quite close to the Arena.