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Restaurant Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten - Haxenhaus Terrasse
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Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten

Frankenwerft 19, 50667 Cologne We have fresh grilled pork knuckles and fresh homemade bratwurst

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Description Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten

Tradition meets Cologne joie de vivre – at Haxenhaus Cologne on the Rhine promenade, Rhenish hospitality awaits you in one of the oldest inns since 1178.


Haxenhaus Cologne is a place where history meets enjoyment. Since 1178, documented as "Hus am Bootermaate," the old walls have stood in Cologne's old town, telling the story of over 800 years of Rhenish inn culture. Today, as in the past, the historic Haxenhaus Cologne on the beautiful Rhine promenade attracts locals and visitors from around the world with its unmistakable charm.

At Haxenhaus Cologne, dining is celebrated and history comes alive. During the exploration of the house's long history, you will constantly discover new artifacts that tell stories of bygone times. These special stories are combined with culinary experiences, presented theatrically, and offered to guests as a supporting program or event – a unique concept that makes Haxenhaus Cologne more than just a restaurant.

The menu features Rhenish specialties and traditional inn cuisine that taste particularly authentic in the historic setting. The location directly on the Rhine promenade makes Haxenhaus Cologne the perfect destination for a walk along the Rhine. The restaurant is easily accessible by public transport and is located in the heart of Cologne's old town.

Whether local or visitor, history enthusiast or connoisseur – at Haxenhaus Cologne, you experience Cologne at its most authentic. Here, Rhenish hospitality is paramount.

Experience Rhenish hospitality at Haxenhaus Cologne – one of Cologne's oldest inns!

Opening hours

Sunday until Thursday 11.30 pm – 11pm*

Friday and Saturday 11.30 pm – 0.00 pm*

*Kitchen from 12 pm up to 1 hour before closing time.

Kitchen hours

Monday – Sunday
12:00 – 23:00

Specialties

traditional german cologne style international regional Rheinland speciality seasonal

Rhenish specialties, especially the homemade Bratwurst and pork knuckle specialties traditional inn cuisine, and culinary events with historical entertainment in one of Cologne's oldest inns since 1178.

Premises

Seats

Up to 200 people

Areas

Main restaurant + choir corner - 110 seats
1st-floor large room - 55 seats
1st-floor small room - 24 seats
2nd-floor conference rooms - 6 seats and 14 seats
Terrace with Rhine view - 130 seats

Ambience & dress code

Ambience

Cozy tavern atmosphere with medieval flair where young and old, Cologne residents and tourists meet for a delicious Kölsch beer.

Dress code

No dress code

Payment options

All common credit cards, EC card, AMEX

Directions

Public transport

Subway / streetcar station „Heumarkt“ (lines 1, 7, 9) – ca. 3-min. walk

Cologne Central Station – ca. 5-min. walk

Parking

Underground Parking „Contipark Groß Sankt Martin“ (Große Neugasse, 50667 Köln) – ca. 4-min. walk

Car Park „Heumarkt“ – ca. 4-min.-walk

Nearby attractions

More about Cologne

The Cologne Cathedral (ca. 8 min.), multiple shopping streets (ca. 6 min.), various museums (ca. 3 min.), the Cologne Philharmonic Hall (ca. 6 min.) and much more can be found in close proximity to the restaurant.

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Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten
Frankenwerft 19
50667 Cologne , Old Town
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