Best places: Historical landmarks in Overath, Germany

Up-close contact with animals from Highland cows to deer & peacocks at this eco-minded parkland zoo.

Built in 1897, this steel landmark features truss-arch construction in a picturesque setting.

Spacious cobblestone plaza lined with cafes & renowned for its annual Christmas market.

Early-1900s river dam crossed by a footpath, with forest trails around the adjoining reservoir.

👍 Nice view, good to visit with a dog and nice town around it where you can have a nice beer or coffee and even see dmall kangaroos.

Elaborate, gilded reliquary in Cologne cathedral said to contain the bones of the biblical magi.

Medieval hilltop castle with decorative state rooms & apartments, plus a local history museum.

👍👍 Beautiful ruins of a hilltop castle from the Middle Ages. Perfect view is guaranteed. You can still imagine what the castle might have looked like. Interesting detail: there is a kind of audio guide that you can listen to with a mobile phone call at the rate of a landline call. The information boar...

Catholic church with whose foundations are around 1,000 years old, offering guided tours.

👍👍 A very beautiful castle! Great view from the tower. Beautiful hiking trails in the area. We recommend!

Ancient remains of a stone fortress featuring a landscaped rose garden & kids' play areas.

12th-century city gatehouse with 3 rooms for wedding receptions, parties & corporate events.

👍 Nice.

This 17th-century defensive structure on the grounds of the University of Bonn offers Rhine views.

13th-century stone watchtower & gate in the former city walls, open for guided tours.

Event space for private hire at turreted medieval town gates for concerts, seminars & exhibitions.

Wood-clad events venue & bar for party nights, with a light, airy restaurant & beer garden.

Restored 13th-century gate that was part of the city wall featuring towers & Cologne's coat of arms.

👍👍 Cologne Cathedral A must-see pilgrimage site for tourists The largest Gothic building in Germany The tower is 157 meters high The magnificent church is magnificent The quaint and exquisite statues and paintings inside and outside are amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site