Die Geißböcke ("The Billy Goats") were promoted in 2025 and now play soccer in Bundesliga, the top tier. The stadium has a capacity of 46,000 and in 2024 hosted matches in the UEFA Finals. The women's team play in their top tier at Franz-Kremer-Stadion, capacity 15,000.
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In the popular area of Ehrenfeld in an old renovated bath, to which an attractive "sauna landscape" in Japanese style on two levels has been added. Also a comprehensive fitness centre.
Museum of East Asian Art
Art, music, books, films and culture from Asia.
Roonstrasse Synagogue
The Cologne Synagogue is architecturally striking for its dark, monumental style. Its Torah scroll has a significant history, having been rescued by a Catholic priest from another synagogue during the Nazi era. In 2005, Pope Benedict XVI visited the site, marking only the second time in history that a pope had visited a synagogue. Guided tours are available; please consult the official website for schedules and booking information.
Concert centre for jazz and contemporary music, with a cafe and restaurant inside and a large beer garden outside which dates back to at least the 1950s. (Also the site of a great Christmas market.)