Hohenzollern Bridge, Cologne: Photos, Reviews & Location

Iconic rail & pedestrian bridge over the Rhine known for its thousands of padlocks symbolizing love.

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Hohenzollern Bridge, 50679 Köln, Germany

stadt-koeln.de

+49 221 2210

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What is the rating of Hohenzollern Bridge?: Hohenzollern Bridge is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 12,281 reviews.
Where is Hohenzollern Bridge located?: Hohenzollern Bridge, 50679 Köln, Germany
How can I contact Hohenzollern Bridge?: Phone: +49 221 2210 · Website: stadt-koeln.de

Reviews (8)

Mat Bienczyk 2023 Nov 20

Amazing metal crossing bridge for both trains and people - access is easy and available from both sides. You can see both sides of the Rhine River very clearly. There's also a long section of locks along the fence.

HASE 2023 Nov 06

The love lock bridge. So many locks on here it's so cool to walk and to see all of them and just the different varieties of them. Or if you wanna stick your own on you can. Also a very nice view of the Rhaen River while crossing. Take about 10-15 mins to walk the entirety of the bridge.

Kristen L. Matulis 2023 Nov 05

Hohenzollern Bridge, located in Köln, is really lovely! The love padlocks are numerous, overwhelming the bridge's cables (in a beautiful way). Plus, the views of Kölner Dom are stunning from this space. This bridge is really convenient in that it makes for an easy crossing over the Rhine as you explore Cologne, Germany!

Oscar Munoz 2023 Sep 30

This bridge is one the most popular landmarks in Cologne. If Im completely honest it is a nice walk trough the river. Now if you are planning to have a nice photo there better fo early otherwose the Indianda and Chinese will overcrowd this place. It is also common to bring a lock amd put it on the bridge with your love one altough come on! Germany is not the most romantic place so to say 😆

Rebecca Robinson 2023 Sep 28

It's a nice bridge, though I think better as part of the view than being walked across, if that makes sense. The love locks are numerous, like most other bridges in Europe. I'd personally recommend going across the next bridge further to the south so you can get the view of this one!

Sylvia Lin 2023 Aug 05

Yet another lock bridge that was near the main train station and cologne cathedral. Great view overlooking many interesting landmark

Erik 2023 Jul 14

An iconic landmark that must be visited when traveling to Cologne. The skyline of the city with the bridge and the cathedral is simply amazing and breathtaking. It is recommended to walk on the bridge, walk by the river and just soak up the atmosphere and calmness of the place.

Nayanjyoti Kalita 2023 Jun 24

One of the most iconic bridge, not just in Cologne, probably in entire Germany. I travelled across many times via train, but walking along the pavements over Rhine is an experience to cherish. The locks locked in by lovers from across the globe is unreal, have to see and feel it to believe it, one can hardly find a slot to lock your lover for eternity. I guess i was too late! A memorable evening ☺️