A ride on the Cologne cable car is one of the most interesting adventures for tourists. It's all about the thrill and excitement of soaring above the Rhine and seeing all that Cologne has to offer. If you are holidaying in this German city with your child from April to the end of October, you should not miss this exciting attraction.
It is not without reason that guides claim that a cable car ride through one of Europe's oldest cities is the highlight of your German holiday. The panoramic view of Cologne from the top is breathtaking. From above, the city's landmark, Cologne Cathedral, looks majestic and monumental. So get your camera ready and... conquer the heights of the city!
The local cable car stations can be found on both banks of the Rhine. The station on the left bank is worth a visit as the Cologne Zoo and the Flora Botanical Gardens are very close to the station and are well worth a visit for tourists with children. If you want to take a sightseeing flight over the city, there is a cable car here on the left bank. You can continue your walk along the paths of the Rhine Park, because this is where the cable car ends.
Safety is an important consideration and guests must follow the rules: no smoking, no alcohol, no leaning against glass and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Historical insight...
The Cologne aerial tramway dates back to the last century, in 1957. At the time of its opening, it was the first and only one in the country, and until 2011, about 17 million visitors and locals rode the air of the oldest German city. It was not until 2011 that an aerial tramway opened in the city of Koblenz, and since then, the Cologne aerial tramway is no longer the only one in Germany.
Incidentally, the Cologne cable car has long been regarded as the safest and most environmentally friendly form of urban transport, which is why it is particularly recommended for tourists with children.
