The best places for your summer drink in Cologne

Right on the Rhine, with a view of the water and sunshine - Hellers' Rhine summer garden is one of those places that just feels right. Here you can switch off, splash around and leave everyday life completely behind you. The combination of outdoor pool feeling and beer garden atmosphere makes this spot a real Cologne summer highlight. Perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the summer to the full.

Yes, you read that right. Cologne has a Riviera. The banks of the Rhine in Rodenkirchen are the place to be in summer. Bring a blanket, tasty snacks and, of course, your favorite summer drink. How about Schweppes Lillet Wild Berry?

In the middle of the Latäng district lies one of Cologne's coolest squares - Rathenauplatz. Surrounded by cafés, bars and a relaxed neighborhood, it's the perfect place to start a summer evening. Just sit down, watch people and enjoy the sun. Life can be so simple.

In the middle of greenery, with a view of the Volksgarten pond - Hellers Biergarten is a Cologne classic that never gets boring. Here you can sit under the trees, listen to the laughter of the people around you and even go pedal boating. It doesn't get much more summery than this. If you feel like it, just stroll over - there are no reservations here, the principle is rather: first come, first served. 🤝🏻

Wine with a view of the Rhine - is there anything better? The "Wein im Veedel" team makes it possible: when the weather is nice, the small, mobile wine bar appears in the Rheinauhafen, right on the Katharina-Schauberg promenade next to the old harbor crane "Dicker Herkules". Simply stroll there, grab a glass and enjoy the view of the water. Uncomplicated, relaxed and simply beautiful.

There's a square in Nippes that becomes an absolute neighborhood meeting place in summer - Schillplatz. This is where the neighborhood meets, warm evenings are celebrated and if you feel like it, stop by the Morio: the charming wine bar on the square has a small terrace, Schweppes Lillet Wild Berry and changing dishes on the menu. Simply arrive, grab a seat and let the evening pass by.