These two neighbouring areas are where locals live, eat out and live their day to day. Less bustle than the city center and less hyped than the Belgian Quarter - Kwartier Latäng & Rathenauviertel are home to the "student party mile", traditional Kölsch food, old-school Colognians, beautiful shops and the odd historical landmark. Great areas for foodies to explore or to find the perfect spot to sit back and relax.
Café Wahlen is a 100 year old, charming, traditional spot that offers delicious cakes in a retro atmosphere. The crowd is a mixture of dolled-up older ladies, younger Cologne locals and the occasional Japanese tourist. The cute german cakes themselves are worth the visit but the oddly charming ambiance is really what will make you return.
