The Rhein metropolis Cologne is the most populous city in the federal state of Nordrhein-Westfalen. Special features are the historic Old Town, Cologne Cathedral and the lively cultural and art scene. The people of Cologne are known for their openness to the world and friendliness. The city on the Rhein is also an important business location in Germany with a diverse mix of industries.
The City of Cologne is a popular office location due to its central location. It is an important location for financial services companies, including banks, investment companies and insurance companies. Service businesses such as law firms, tax consultants, management consultancies and media companies are also located here. The district is also a hotspot for flexible workspaces. Notable providers including Design Offices, WeWork and Regus have a strong presence in the city.
The city centre is the historical and cultural centre of the city and offers a wide variety of shopping, restaurants and cultural attractions. Situated directly on the Rhein, the reconstructed old town with its historic buildings and alleys offers a unique setting. Locals and tourists alike frequent the well-known restaurants, breweries and sights - especially Cologne Cathedral.
The city centre is excellently connected to public transport, with numerous bus and metro lines as well as several subway stations. Cologne's main train station also offers connections to national and international destinations.
Ehrenfeld is Cologne's trendy district with a lively art, culture and creative scene. Ehrenfeld is characterized by a high density of creative companies, especially in the fields of advertising, design and art. Startups and freelancers feel at home in the district making it a great location for companies looking to surround themselves with other fledgling businesses. In addition, many media companies as well as music and entertainment companies are located here. Ehrenfeld offers significant potential for flexible workspaces, particularly for those that focus on the startup scene.
Thisvibrant neighbourhood has a high density of restaurants, cafés and stores. Ehrenfeld is popular among young families, one of the reasons being the numerous activities and recreational opportunities in the surrounding area. The old industrial buildings and factories are particularly popular as places to live and work.
The district is well-connected to public transport, with several U-Bahn and S-Bahn stations nearby.
Important leading international trade fairs such as Anguna or Gamescon are held in Cologne-Deutz, which is why the trade fair and event industry is strongly represented. Deutz has also become an important location for technology companies, especially in the fields of software development and information technology. The district is an important headquarter for logistics companies due to its proximity to the harbour. There are a few flexible offices positioned here, including Regus and has the potential to expand due to its proximity to the TH Köln and the large number of companies located there.
Deutz, the inner city district on the right side of the River Rhein, is an important exhibition and event location, with Koelnmesse, the Tanzbrunnen venue and the Lanxess Arena, Germany's largest event hall. Students can also be found in Deutz as a result of the engineering centre of the Cologne University of Applied Sciences, which is located here. The district, located along the Rhein, also invites visitors to stroll along the Rheinboulevard on the Deutz Promenade, and the "Stairs by the Rhein" are a hotspot for social gatherings, as is the Rheinpark.
Deutz is very well-connected to public transport due to its many subway and S-Bahn stations. Cologne's main train station is also only a few minutes away.
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