Getting Here & Our Neighborhood
Here you’ll find all the info you need about getting to us, about Cologne in general, and of course about the beautiful Belgian Quarter, where die wohngemeinschaft is located. Because honestly, the real Cologne is right outside our front door—not in the old town.
Right in the Heart of the Belgian Quarter
For years, the “Belgisches Viertel” has been the liveliest and most creative neighborhood in Cologne. You’ll find everything from second-hand and fair trade boutiques to restaurants for every taste and budget—and some of the city's best cafés and bars. Add to that galleries, indie theaters, and loads of cultural gems. For locals, this neighborhood is the city’s unofficial center. This is where people shop, hang out, and spend summer evenings on buzzing terraces—far away from the tourist crowds of the old town.
Our favorite spots
We’re happy to give you our personal insider tips on what to see and where to eat, but we’ve also created an interactive map with our favorite places, plus comments. Have fun exploring!
Our favorite spots
We’re happy to give you our personal insider tips on what to see and where to eat, but we’ve also created an interactive map with our favorite places, plus comments. Have fun exploring!
Always something happening...
Looking for concerts, exhibitions, guided tours, flea markets, or just curious what’s happening in Cologne while you're here? Check out our friends at rausgegangen.de. Or better yet—some cultural happenings might just be an elevator ride away. Take a peek at our theater program.
Always something happening...
Looking for concerts, exhibitions, guided tours, flea markets, or just curious what’s happening in Cologne while you're here? Check out our friends at rausgegangen.de. Or better yet—some cultural happenings might just be an elevator ride away. Take a peek at our theater program.
Getting Here
No matter how or from where you're traveling, here’s the easiest way to find us:
By Car / Parking
Since we're in a super central location, we recommend using the link below to plan your route. But fair warning: being central means cheap or free parking is almost non-existent. We recommend checking out Park & Ride options or using the EASYPARK app to find affordable spots nearby. The safest bet is the parking garage at Rudolfplatz, which costs €30/day. Be sure to enter the correct zip code when navigating, as there are two Richard-Wagner-Straßen in Cologne. ;)
From Cologne Central Station (Hauptbahnhof)
Take tram line 5 (ticket type 1B) towards Butzweilerhof and hop off at Friesenplatz. From there, it’s about a 10-minute walk through the beautiful Belgian Quarter (via Brüsseler Straße).
Alternatively, take lines 12 or 15 towards Barbarossaplatz and get off at Rudolfplatz. Exit in the direction of “Hohezollernring / Aachener Straße,” walk past the Steigenberger Hotel, and into Richard-Wagner-Straße. After about 300 meters, you'll spot die wohngemeinschaft on the left.
From Cologne Deutz Station
Take line 1 (ticket 1B) towards Weiden-West and get off at Rudolfplatz. Exit the station, cross the big intersection in the direction you're traveling, and you’re on Richard-Wagner-Straße. About 300m down, you’ll spot a purple building with a cube on top. That’s us. Welcome!
From Cologne-Bonn Airport
Take the S19 (ticket 1B) towards Sindorf and get off at Hansaring. Switch to the subway heading towards Ubierring and get off at Rudolfplatz. Exit the station toward “Hohezollernring / Aachener Straße,” walk past the Steigenberger Hotel and turn into Richard-Wagner-Straße. About 300 meters down the road, you’ll see die wohngemeinschaft on the left.
From Düsseldorf Airport
Take the RE5 or RE1 toward Cologne and get off at Köln-Deutz. Then hop on line 1 towards Weiden-West and get off at Rudolfplatz. Exit the station, cross the intersection in the same direction as the tram, and you’re on Richard-Wagner-Straße. 300 meters later, you’ll see a big purple house with a cube on the roof. That’s us!
By Bike
Cologne is becoming more and more bike-friendly—and we’re all in for it. die wohngemeinschaft is ADFC-certified and offers secure underground bike parking as well as basic repair tools. And if you need help with a more complicated issue, we’ll gladly connect you with a local bike shop.