The Christmas Market Express is Back!

Cologne’s Christmas markets are among the most beautiful highlights of the holiday season and a perfect reason to visit the city. For those who want to explore more than one of these charming, beautifully decorated markets – no matter the weather – the Christmas Market Express is the perfect choice.

Your Journey to Cologne’s Most Magical Christmas Markets

Our tour takes you through the festively decorated streets and the enchanting old town of Cologne, stopping at the four most stunning Christmas markets. Each stop is conveniently located in the heart of the markets, making it easy to explore. Along the way, enjoy interesting city commentary and cheerful Christmas music to set the holiday mood.

TICKETS

Flexible and Convenient with Your Round-Trip Ticket

With your round-trip ticket, you can hop on and off at any of the four stops. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere and diverse offerings of each Christmas market, then continue your journey at your own pace.

Stops/ Timetable

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Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral

Departure (daily)

• every 15 minutes
• from 10.15 am

Last Trip

• Mon-Thur + Sun
  6:30 pm
• Fri + Sat
  07.30 pm

Please note
A partial route includes a journey between two consecutive Christmas markets.

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Home of the “Heinzel”
Old Market/ Mühlengasse

Departure (daily)

• every 15 minutes
• from 10:30 am

Last Trip

• Mon-Thur + Sun
  06.45 pm
• Fri + Sat
  07.45 pm

Please note
A partial route includes a journey between two consecutive Christmas markets.

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Chocolatemuseum
Turn Bridge

Departure (daily)

• every 15 minutes
• from 10.45 am

Last Trip

• Mon-Thur + Sun
  07.00 pm
• Fri + Sat
  8.00 pm

Please note
A partial route includes a journey between two consecutive Christmas markets.

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Market Of The Angels:
Neumarkt/ Zeppelin St

Departure (daily)

• every 15 minutes
• from 11.15 am

Last Trip

• Mon-Thur + Sun
  07.15 pm
• Fri + Sat
  8.15 pm

Please note
A partial route includes a journey between two consecutive Christmas markets.

Tickets

Adults

• round-trip (hop-on-hop-off)
  15,00 EUR
• partial-trip
  4,00 EUR

Children under 12 (incl. stroller)

• round-trip (hop-on-hop-off)
  7,00 EUR
• partial-trip
  2,00 EUR

Please note:

A partial ticket takes you conveniently one stop further and directly to the next charming Christmas Market.

Children under 2 (excl. stroller) are free!

Additional Information

Safety
We would like to inform pregnant women and people with
with physical disabilities that the Bimmelbahn is a little bumpier due to its
the Bimmelbahn can be a little bumpier due to its harder suspension and the ride over cobblestones. We ask for your understanding and recommend that you weigh up the ride according to
your personal well-being.

Rolling walkers and wheelcharis
Please note that our train can accommodate a maximum of one wheelchair per ride, and space for rollators is limited. During peak times, there may be restrictions on their transport.

Dogs
Small dogs (size of a cat) are free of charge if they travel on the pet owners lap. Larger well behaving dogs are permitted and will be priced like a ticket for a child.

Partnership with the fragrance-museum of the “Farina-Haus”
Guests of our Mini-train receive a 50% discount on the entrance ticket for the fragrance museum “Farina Duftmuseum“ when showing the Mini train ticket plus 10% off on in-store purchases at the „Farina Duftmuseum“ store.
Furthermore, every adult receives a 6 ml sample of the original „Eau de Cologne“.

Note: From 01.01.2025 you will receive a 10% discount on the entrance fee to the Fragrance Museum!

Request form

We only accept and proceed reservations if your group counts more than 10 people and start at Cologne Cathedral.