Merkenich Travel Guide
Cologne
Popular places to visit
Phantasialand
Enjoy the thrills at Phantasialand and see why everyone loves this theme park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its local chocolate shops.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Things to do
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne: Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting and Halven Hahn
Cologne: Old Town Virtual Reality Walking Tour
Top hotels in Merkenich
Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
. Here's a possible feedback for you: The staff at the hotel were absolutely fantastic - super helpful and friendly 😊. When we had an issue with the heating control panel, they were quick to respond and efficiently moved us to a new room 👍. The breakfast spread was great, with plenty of options ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Novotel Köln City
The room was neat and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was good enough to walk towards the Centre.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Staff are friendly and helpful. Room was spotless. Good facilities at the hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Pullman Cologne
Room was brilliant! Everything we needed! The hotel was located close enough to the main town, but far enough outside that it wasn't too busy, and was easy to find. Loved the complimentary bottles of water, cola, and apple juice. Bed was huge and comfy! Overall a fab stay! Bit gutted that we couldn't ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Maritim Hotel Köln
My 4th stay there and not the last! Super staff, great location and amenities, amazing breakfast!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merkenich
Chorweiler
The parks and theme parks are just a few things visitors like about Chorweiler. Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake and Fühlinger Lake are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cologne Blumenberg S-Bahn or Cologne-Chorweiler Nord S-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Nippes
Nippes is well liked for its monuments and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Cologne Cable Car are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Florastrasse U-Bahn or Lohsestrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Mülheim
Mülheim is a destination travellers like for its museums, and you might hop aboard the metro at Am Emberg U-Bahn or Im Weidenbruch U-Bahn to explore sights like Palladium.
Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Neptunbad are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
