After our adventures in Amsterdam, we took a high-speed train to Cologne, Germany (approximately 3 hours, one-way). The most well-known site in Cologne is the Cologne Cathedral, which is the largest Gothic church in Northern Europe. Construction began in 1248 and it was finally completed in 1880. During World War II, the cathedral survived 14 hits by aerial bombs.
The steep spiral staircase leading up to the top of the Cologne Cathedral.
Inside of the bell tower
Quite noisy and loud if you are up there while the bells are playing
The last set of stairs up to the top of the Cologne Cathedral (533 steps total)
View from the top of the Cathedral
View from the top of the Cathedral
