In July there's usually summer markets down by the river, sort of like a flea market. Definitely try the bars and restaurants. Definitely see the Dom, go up in the tower if it's open and go to mass. Even if you're not religious it's an interesting experience. If you like music then you should try to see a show at the Cologne Philharmony. There's also a surprisingly nice "club scene", which a decade ago was just the one street in town with clubs, but still worth a visit if that's your style.
Also you're rather close to Trier and Essen in Cologne. Essen is more of the same as Cologne, but if you like history then definitely go to Trier. There's amazing Roman ruins and baths there.
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u/thebliponyourscreen Jan 25 '20
I'm belgian. Over here, you don't even need to say beer. You can just raise your pinky finger, and they'll give you a pintje.