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Discover two German gems in one day from Brussels: Cologne, with its Gothic Cathedral and old town by the Rhine, and Aachen, the imperial city of Charlemagne and its impressive Cathedral.

Highlights

• Visit two World Heritage cathedrals in one day: Cologne and Aachen
• Tour old quarters full of history, culture, and local life
• Enjoy a guided tour of Cologne's monuments and the Rhine
• Discover Aachen, the city of Charlemagne and its imperial squares
• Travel comfortably by bus from Brussels with free time to explore

Description

The day kicks off with a bus ride to Cologne (Köln), on the banks of the Rhine. After about two and a half hours of travel, you'll discover one of the continent's most impressive Gothic jewels: Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During a one-hour walking tour, you'll explore the main attractions of the old town (Altstadt): The majestic Cathedral Dom Square (Domplatte) The historic Alter Markt The Town Hall (Rathaus) The Romanesque church of Groß St. Martin The colorful houses of the Fischmarkt by the Rhine Hohenzollern Bridge The visit ends at the Hohenzollern Bridge, one of the most photographed places in the city. Afterwards, you'll have some free time to stroll around, have lunch, and soak up the local atmosphere. In the afternoon, the tour continues to Aachen, an imperial city linked to the figure of Charlemagne. A guided tour will let you discover its Cathedral, the first in Germany to receive UNESCO recognition, as well as the Town Hall Square and the Katschhof, a nerve center between religious and civil power. Finally, you'll have some free time to stroll through its historic streets, buy the famous local 'Printen' sweets, or enjoy a drink on the terraces before heading back to Brussels.

Includes

Round-trip bus transport from Brussels Professional English-speaking guide all day Guided walking tour of Cologne's historic center Guided walking tour of Aachen's old town and cathedral area Free time in Cologne and Aachen to explore, shop, or have lunch City maps and local recommendations from your guide

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