We visited the castle during a trip up the mountain with the Drachenfelsbahn with a combined…read moreticket. Not knowing what to expect, we spend first money in an excellent giftshop before entering the castle. What a nice place. A lovely location with great views, nice furniture and wall paintings, but, above all, fantastic stained glass windows. A great place to visit.

Such a beautiful, but eccentric, castle near Bonn!…read more Schloss Drachenburg is definitely reminiscent of Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, but has its own uniqueness. The castle is a crazy mix of architectural styles and has an over-the-top, display of wealth, but, again, it's a castle. They were built to impress and impress it does! It's funny to learn that, although it has a very medieval feel, the castle was only built in the late 1800s. The decorations are gorgeous and make you feel like you're living in a fairy tale! Although the castle suffered some damage during the war, it has been beautifully restored and the grounds are still well-maintained. Our visit came a little too early and we just missed out on the start of a Christmas market at the castle. Regardless, it was a magical visit and worth the trip out of Bonn! Definitely pay the extra couple euros and enjoy a ride on the funicular too!

It is just amazing what man can do way back in the days. Just an astronomical beautifully…read moreconstructed architecture! To see this beauty in person just dwarfs you. So many intricate details on this building. Love the gothic age structures and how it's aged over time. Nicely organized with signs for parking and elevators. Tons of shops withing yards to shop at high end stores and bars.

Free to tour, the Cologne Cathedral is a must-visit while in Cologne. The size alone will take your…read morebreath away. Looking closer at all of the details, it's truly amazing. You could just stare for hours. The inside can be overwhelming, walking amongst crowds of people. The interior takes 30 minutes or so to check everything out. There is so much to look at and take in. Admission is free but keep in mind to be sober and dressed decently modest. We did watch people be turned away.