Dragon's Rock

The ruined castle Burg Drachenfels, on the summit of the hill Drachenfels, was built between 1138 and 1167 by Archbishop Arnold I of Cologne. It was originally intended for the protection of the Cologne region from any assault from the south. You can now hike from the base (2.2 km) or take the historic train.
The ruined castle Burg Drachenfels, on the summit of the hill Drachenfels, was built between 1138 and 1167 by Archbishop Arnold I of Cologne. It was originally intended for the protection of the Cologne region from any assault from the south. You can now hike from the base (2.2 km) or take the historic train.
Schloss Drachenberg and view of Bonn beyond. Schloss Drachenburg is a private villa in palace style constructed in the late 19th century. It was completed in only two years (1882–84) on the Drachenfels hill in Königswinter, a German town on the Rhine near the city of Bonn. Baron Stephan von Sarter (1833–1902), a broker and banker, planned to live there, but never did. Today the Palace is in the possession of the State Foundation of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is served by an intermediate station on the Drachenfels Railway. You can ride the train or hike from the bottom.
The ruins of Burg Drachenfels
A beautiful stream along the hiking path up Drachenfels. Spectacular autumn foliage and pleasant hike. 1.5km to Schloss Drachenberg or 2.2 km to the top.

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Hotel Christina

Hotel Christina

3 out of 5
Rodenkirchen
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￥193,453
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May 8 - May 12
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Cologne (CGN)
7.2/10 Good! (292 reviews)
Bathroom was very compact

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

4.5 out of 5
Lindenthal
Price was ￥246,958, price is now ￥206,756 per person
￥206,756
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May 8 - May 11
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Cologne (CGN)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Overall, the hotel was good and I had a pleasant stay. I did not receive any VIP benefits such as a room upgrade or similar perks. As an Expedia Gold Member, I was expecting at least one VIP offer from the hotel, but no benefits were provided at all. The only thing I received was early check-in Additionally, the hotel did not provide slippers in the room. For a hotel of this quality, I consider this a significant downside, as even basic amenities like slippers are expected.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Novotel Köln City

Novotel Köln City

4 out of 5
Innenstadt
Price was ￥237,246, price is now ￥206,115 per person
￥206,115
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May 8 - May 11
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Cologne (CGN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was good, breakfast and room was fine. Service at Bar & Restaurant was perfect and your waitress were kind and helpful! Garafe was good and easy to access. All the best!!

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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Schloss Drachenburg

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Königswinter with a stop at Schloss Drachenburg. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

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Explore the great outdoors at Freizeitpark Rheinaue, a lovely green space in Bonn. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

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