Gay & Lesbian City Guide

Gay and Lesbian life in cologne has many colourful faces. There is a ladies club, a leather bar, a chillout area in this city for every taste

Here, you will find a few locations worth going:

Blue Lounge, Mathiasstr. 4-6, 50676 Köln

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The Blue Lounge Dance Club was founded 6 years ago. Since then, the two operators have stayed faithful to their plan. The music mix, the wide range of cocktails and drinks offered, the changing art exhibits, and the lovely decoration... it´s all part of the mix that works. The visitors to the Club are a wide variety of personalities, including gay, lesbian, metrosexual, or their friends. Everybody has a great time! In addition to regular events, there are many specials such as Karaoke, unplugged sessions, and readings.

BONERS, Mathiasstr. 20, 50676 Köln

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In 2007 landlord Darko took over the former HANDS and renamed it
BONERS. The stylish but nevertheless comfortable bar is very popular among young and old and gets rave reviews for its friendly staff, well selected music, and a spacious cruising section. Special events include: Sunday afternoon "NAKED NOON", Sunday evening "BEER BUST", Tuesday "SHOOTER TIME" and Wednesday "LONG DRINK NIGHT". Open all week.

Checkpoint - Information Gesundheit Service Shop, Pipinstr. 7, 50667 Köln

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Checkpoint ist Gesundheitsberatung + Infozentrum + Shop für Lesben , Schwule, Bisexuelle und Interessierte. Checkpoint hat Infos zu: Schwul-lesbischen Locations; Schwul-lesbischen Veranstaltungen, incl. Kartenvorverkauf; Schwul-lesbischen Gruppen. Szenezeitungen und Stadtführer liegen kostenlos aus. Checkpoint berät bei allen Fragen zu schwul-lesbischer Gesundheit. Der Checkpoint-Shop bietet ein umfangreiches Sortiment an Präventions- und Regenbogenartikeln.

COCK-PIT Party, Alter Wartessal, Johannisstr. 11, 50668 Köln

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Since 2002, Darko, landlord of COX & BONERS, and one of Germany's best known DJs, organizes Colognes only MEN ONLY
dance-party COCK PIT. Men from all over the world wait in line to experience the sound and lightstorm created by international Top DJs as well as the Belgian VJ TopCup. COCK PIT takes place only three times a year, on Carnival, CSD and the big bear-event in November. Be sure to mark your calendar.

COX, Mühlenbach 53, 50676 Köln

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Since its opening in 2000 through the landlord Darko, the COX never lost its popularity among, but not limited to, the world's Bear community. Guests appreciate the good service and the friendly atmosphere and new guests quickly turn into regulars. The drink specials on different days like "Shooter Night" on Tuesdays, "Long Island Ice-T" on Wednesdays or the "BEER BUST" on Sundays create a lively mood. A visit is always worthwhile. Note: COX is closed all day Monday.

DOME, Händelstr. 27, 50674 Köln

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Customers with special desires will find at the Dome - House of Fetish in
Cologne (Haendelstrasse near Rudolfplatz) a great choice of Dildos, Butt-plugs, Cockrings of stainless steel or rubber, masks, Latex and
leather outfits, boots, streetwear, sex toys from vibrator and clamps to penis pumps. They have everything a fetish heart is longing for. Interested newbies and old hands are equally welcome. The staff and owner will work hard to fulfill your special desires.

GEZEITEN, Balthasarstr. 1, 50670 Köln

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Located in one of the hip parts of Cologne called ""Agnesviertel"" you will find the GEZEITEN. This restaurant and bar is an establishment where the gay community meets up with neighborhood. The GEZEITEN is great with the marvelous food, which is cooked by the women in charge herself, Inci, who has operated the restaurant for 11 years.
Inci loves to coddle her guests with seasonal and creative meals, which are served in a comfortable and bustling outdoor area; weather permitting. There is also a comfortable, free, cozy room in the back available for booking events of all kinds.
The GEZEITEN also welcomes you during the Gay-Games at our beertrailer on the Neumarkt, in front of the stage.

HOMBRES, Vor Sankt Martin 12, Ecke Pipinstrasse, 50667 Köln

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Since opening in 2007, HOMBRES established itself in the old city of Cologne as a guaranteed place for a lively good mood and is well known beyond Cologne. Juan, Jim, and the whole HOMBRES team is committed to serving their guests. The outside terrace is open May thru September from 4 pm. Special coffee mixes and awesome drinks are offered. Open daily from 4 pm till 1 am, Fridays and Saturdays open around the clock. Closed Tuesdays.

Maxbar, Am Rinkenpfuhl 51, 50676 Köln

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Maxbar is the awesome, funny HOUSE cocktail bar in the heart of the Bermuda Triangle. This is the most beautiful youthful adult bar that exists!!! The principle of "the mixture makes it work" still applies, and there is a wonderful ambience, enriched house music, and a long Happy Hour. Join the club at Gay Romeo and Club "Maxbar". Open: Tue - Thu 9 pm till 2 am / Fri - Sat 9 pm till 4 am or later / Sun open from 7 pm. Closed Mondays. Happy Hour lasts from 9 pm till 12:59 am. Enjoy all cocktails at € 4,10. Special events will be announced through the Club. Your Maxbar team

STATION 2b – Cologne biggest Fetish Club, Pipinstr. 2, 50667 Köln

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Colognes biggest fetish club offers you on 400 square meter a bar- and club area with dance floor, lounge and a huge cruising area, as well as Video/DVD movies on a big screen. Every weekend well-known DJs, as Marc Hell, Jean Philips and others are heating up the emotions by their great sound. A big wardrobe and lockers offer every guest changing facilities inside the club. Please check out

SIN - Restaurant Café, Hohe Pforte 9, 50676 Köln

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Beloved Sin - Cologne's new restaurant SIN. Since August 2009, Cologne's gastronomic scene has featured a new attraction. SIN opened in the heart of the "IN" quarter of Cologne at Hohe Pforte 9. The philosophy at SIN: Casual chic between design and comfort, a menu with fresh delicacies and friendly staff that likes to spoil their guests. SIN is open from 10 am till 12 am. From the well stocked breakfast, delicious and reasonable lunch, coffee and cake specialties, dinner at candlelight till "the last drink at the bar", SIN guests can always expect the best quality in a relaxed atmosphere and a stylish ambience.

Nightcontrol Party,
Neuschwanstein, Mittelstraße 12, 50672 Köln

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Nightcontrol features international bookings and the sound of electronic dancefloor music every other Saturday at the Cologne "O". Proclaiming "The night is ours" a polysexual crowd gathers, as resident Mike Kelly and other popular DJs provide a distinctive sound experience. Specials and sexy go go dancers included. Doors open from 11 pm.

ExCorner, Schaafenstr. 57 - 59, 50676 Köln

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Inconspicuous by day, the Excorner comes to life in the evening. At the big windows it´s "Watch and be watched". Here in the centre of the Bermuda Triangle, one notices everything and everyone who moves on the street. Those who prefers a "more private" scene meet at the big and well stocked bar. Sound and lights provide the atmosphere, and you provide the ambience. As the "best" of the Excorner are still the "guests." Open Mon thru Sun from 7 pm.

IXBAR, Mauritiuswall 84, 50676 Köln

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IXBAR is the cocktail and wine bar in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle. Every second Tuesday, IXBAR takes off: "IXBAR goes Heaven" the legendary party for flight attendants. Professionals with company ID get free drinks for 10 Euros. Don´t miss the "IXBAR meets the world parties" on selected Thursdays. There is also the long-running Tuerk Gecesi, the turkish-oriental night with Turk-Pop, Halay and charts. On Saturdays, there´s house and charts mixed live by DJ Pyrob. Every Monday, all cocktails are 4,50 Euros. Open Mon thru Sun from 6 pm.

Teddy Travel, Mathiasstr. 12 – 14,
50676 Köln

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TEDDY TRAVEL has been a travel specialist for gays and lesbians for over 25 years. Their annual catalogue features a choice of hotels at the most popular destinations and events in Europe. At their website www.teddy-gaytravel.de you´ll find a detailed hotel program plus the ability to book flights, rental cars, ferries, and specials. Many hotels can be booked online directly with exclusive kontingents.

AIDS-Hilfe Köln,
Beethovenstraße 1, 50674 Köln

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AIDS-Hilfe Köln is one of the biggest Aids-Organisations in Germany. More than 40 paid staff an 140 volunteers are working together at Aidshilfe Köln. Since 1985 Aidshilfe Köln suppoAIDS-Hilfe Köln is one of the biggest Aids-Organisations in Germany. More than 40 paid staff an 140 volunteers are working together at Aidshilfe Köln. Since 1985 Aidshilfe Köln supports people with HIV and AIDS. The main topics of their work are to inform people of all age about the risks of HIV and AIDS and to help people who are HIV-positive to handle their infection.

Phoenix Sauna, Richard-Wagner-Str. 12, 50674 Köln

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Only a stone´s throw away from the Bermuda Triangle at the Rudolfplatz you´ll find PHOENIX, a very large bath house. Very popular since its 2004 opening, more and more guests from Cologne and abroad come to experience the "holy halls of warmth and happiness" every day. Here, you will find not only an atmosphere of interesting boys and men, but also special wellness and relax treatment areas.

Check Up, Beethovenstraße 1, 50674 Köln

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We are providing answers to questions to men who have sex with other men concerning gay health. HIV and sexually transmitted diseases are our specialty. For us, prevention in the gay scene means "Right in the middle instead of standby". We are always in the middle of the scene with our actions and campaigns. On Thursdays we offer a quick-test for HIV with advice in cooperation with SchwIPS at the Checkpoint. Visit our website and learn more about our work.

Cologne Pride / CSD Köln

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Each year, beginning in the middle of June Cologne confidently shows its gay-lesbian face. For more than two weeks during ColognePride, political content comes to the center of attention, paired with partying and fun. The highlight of ColognePride is the CSD at the beginning of July with a three day long street party and parade on Sunday. In 2010, Cologne celebrates from June 19 till July 4 as it prepares for the Gay Games.

Sauna Babylon Cologne, Friesenstraße 23, 50670 Köln

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At Babylon, Cologne's well known gay bath house, you'll be attracted to the biggest steam bath in the city with its separate labyrinth and different lounges, and many exciting ways to bathe and cruise. Our dry bath on different levels offers a breathtaking view to our outdoor pool area with a sun deck. In front of our steam bath you´ll find a big, roman style whirlpool, an inviting spot to relax alone or enjoy together. The cruising area as well as the AREA 51 offer Wheel of Fortune, special voyeur and glory hole areas, and a wet area.

Der Orden der Perpetuellen Indulgenz zu CCAA,
Adam-Stegerwald-Strasse 32, 51063 Köln

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Order: For centuries, nuns worked altruistically for their fellow creatures. Sisters of our kind have existed worldwide since the foundation in 1979 at San Francisco. Perpetual: Everlasting. Indulgence: This word has a double meaning. In the American use, it's exess, in the Latin of the Church it means indulgence of your sins. This is a very good description of our work. We have patience with your (sexual) exesses, we give away condoms to protect you against sexually transmitted diseases, and we answer your questions about these themes. We also always carry a donation box with us. With your donations we support projects for and by people with HIV and AIDS. During the Gay Games Cologne 2010, we will celebrate an international Conclave.

Cafe era,
Friesenwall 26, 50672 Köln

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During the day it is a trendy cafe with delicious breakfast, different cakes, salads, pasta and more. At night it is a stylish wine and cocktail bar with attractive prices. Every Friday, don't live dj miss delicious. Daily 10 - 1h, weekend 10 - all night. Smoking allowed!

Sauna DER FAUN,
Händelstraße 31, 50674 Köln

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DER FAUN is the ideal meeting place for men who value a safe, clean, relaxing, international, and very friendly atmosphere. There is a comfortable bar area with freshly prepared food à la carte. Featuring a wonderful cruising area, open roof terrace, chill-out-area with all types of saunas and massage. All of this is offered at reasonable prices: Our guests are our focus.

Secrets: Leder Lack Piercing – explore the difference,
Marienplatz 1, 50676 Köln

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Secrets is eagerly looking forward to the Gay Games. We are an open, well-lit shop in the centre of Cologne. Heike, Andrea, and the team of Secrets offer an atmosphere where you can feel good, enjoy undisturbed rummaging, and hang out with a cup of coffee or tea. At our shop you´ll find the Gay Games bags, Pins, and Shirts as well as a variety of Rainbow items. Piercing (performed by a registered nurse) and piercing jewelry, leather and
leather accessories as well as leather harnesses, corsages, toys, - among them cockrings, medical toys, swats, whips and more are available here at Secrets. Secrets has experience and expertise you should experience. Andrea and Heike are looking forward to your visit.

Bons Restaurant,
Balduinstraße 10-14, 50676 Köln

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New concept Restaurant without a menu. You tell us what you want to eat and we create a special menu for you.

Silver,
Hohe Pforte 13-15, 50676 Köln

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Gay since 1967, SILVER, formerly known as Zipp´s is one of the best known places in Cologne. Vivid gastronomy, with trendy music, fine beverages and kind staff it is up-to-date. Drink specials sweeten the 7 days of the week, especially the Weissbier Wednesday and the Cocktail Thursday are very pleasant. Afterwork hour from 5 to 7 the Koelsch (typical beer from Cologne) 0.2 l is at 1 €. No matter if Carnival ( Parade on "Rosemonday") , CSD, Bear- or Leatherpride or other events, there´s always a lively party at the SILVER. Open daily from 4 pm. Outside terrace during summer.