Event Dates
From: Friday, December 6, 2024
To: Friday, December 6, 2024
Play with Guyz Cologne Circuit Party
Cologne Halloween Edition 2024
Guyz is one of Cologne’s hottest gay circuit parties taking place during national holidays & special occasions.
Guyz Cologne Circuit Party – Christmas Edition 2024
Guyz is one of Cologne’s hottest gay circuit parties, taking place during national holidays and special occasions.
- Are you visiting Cologne? Stay at the newly refurbished Wasserturm Hotel Cologne located in a converted historic water tower in the centre of Cologne’s Old Town featuring spacious rooms and unique architecture and design.
The Party – St Nicholas Christmas Edition
- Next Edition:Friday December 6th 2024 – Play with GUYZ Opening St. Nicholas
- Join the hottest “Guyz” from Cologne and beyond for a night of the best techno music mix and fun atmosphere.
- Featuring guest DJs playing from from 23.00 am to 6 am.
- With sexy GoGos, a great light and sound show.
- The party takes over Schrotty with multiple cruising zones, bars and dancefloor.
- Book your room at The Qvest Hotel for a unique stay, a design hotel rated “Fabulous” by guests, set in a historic building built in 1897.
Dress Code
- Fetish, latex, leather, rubber, lycra, vinyl, tactile, skin, slick, anonymous, masked, gear, gangster, robber, biker, sportswear (tracksuits, sneakers, and athletic gear), jocks, metal chains, corsets, lace, lingerie, drag, body harnesses, puppy play, punk, black techwear, perverted, shameless, kinky, sinful, immoral, seductive, naked.
Other Editions
- Friday December 6th 2024 – Play with GUYZ Opening St. Nicholas
- May 2025 – Awaiting dates – GUYZ is the official party of the Cologne Fetish Pride Weekend.
- July 2025 – Awaiting dates – Opening Party of Cologne Gay Pride Festival.
- October 2025 – Awaiting dates – Part of the Sexy Cologne Horror WKND.
Co-Productions with Sexy
- Schrotty in Cologne is a distinctive venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and unique offerings.
- The club is a 25 to 35 minute journey from Cologne Old Town.
- Featuring two dancefloors and an indoor and outdoor area with large cruising zones.
- Wrecking Hall (Melodic Techno, Techno & Progressive)
- DiscoBox (Disco meets House)
Regular Venue
- Domhof Club – Located directly under the tracks of the main railway station and overlooking the cathedral.
- The club is spread over two floors with a spacious bar and outdoor terrace, just a 5-minute drive or 10-minute walk from Cologne Old Town.
Recommended Hotels in Cologne
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,
Hotel Lyskirchen, Maritim Hotel, Dorint-Cologne, 25hours Hotel,
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Steigenberger Hotel is our
choice located in the gay district!
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Gay Map of Cologne
There two gay areas in Cologne: Rudolfplatz, known locally as the “Bermuda Triangle” is more modern in style with Many of the cafes, bars and clubs around have started during the last twenty years. The Old Town is home to more Traditional pubs and bars for mixed ages.
Filzengraben 26, 50676 Köln, Germany
This hotel lies in the heart of , 100 m from the Rhine Promenade. Guests enjoy free use of the large indoor swimming pool and modern gym, and the sauna can be used for a surcharge.
The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a coffee machine as well as a complimentary bottle of mineral water. Free WiFi is available.
Pipinstraße 15 0667 Cologne, Germany
This hotel is situated in Cologne city centre, 200 m from the Heumarkt Square. It offers spacious rooms and a restaurant. Some rooms include access to a health club with large indoor swimming pool (usable for a surcharge).
Dorint am Heumarkt Köln provides spacious rooms with soundproofed windows and modern décor. All rooms include free tea/coffee facilities and a stylish marble bathroom. Some rooms offer a view of Cologne Cathedral.
Heumarkt 2050667 Cologne, Germany
Centrally located in Cologne, this hotel provides panoramic views of the River Rhine. The Maritim Köln offers elegant accommodation and a spa with a gym and indoor pool.
The air-conditioned rooms and suites of the Maritim Hotel Köln are furnished in warm colours. All rooms include satellite TV, a desk and a modern bathroom. WiFi is provided free of charge for guests in the whole hotel.
Hohe Straße 30 51149 Cologne, Germany
Located next to the lively pedestrian areas Hohe Strasse and Schildergasse you find Hotel am Augustinerplatz, only a 4-minute walk to Cologne’s Old Town and the Rhine.
The rooms at the 4-star Hotel am Augustinerplatz were completely renovated in 2009 offering a comfortable, modern design. They all feature a TV with free sky channels, a telephone, minibar and a safe.
Im Klapperhof 22-24, 50670 Köln,
Conveniently set in Cologne, 25hours Hotel The Circle provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hotel has newspapers and a fax machine and photocopier that guests can use.
Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. All units include a desk.
Komödienstraße 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hairdryer. Free WiFi and a balcony.
Ehrenstraße 67, 50672 Köln, Germany
The apartment has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a bidet. Free WiFi and private parking
Friesenwall 24B, 50672 Köln, Germany
The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hairdryer. Free WiFi and a balcony.
Hämergasse 4-14, 50667 Köln, Germany
All apartments at DASKöln feature designer-style furniture, a safe, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom with a shower. Just a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral & the Main Train Station
Friesenwall 26 / Kettengasse, Cologne 50672
● Modern design with a popular street terrace
● Great spot to unwind and socialize
● Offers a welcoming atmosphere for everyone
Monday, Tuesday 16:00 – 24:00; Wednesday, Thursday 15:00 – 24:00
Friday 15:00 – 01:00; Saturday 12:00 – 01:00; Sunday 15:00 – 24:00
Mittelstraße 31-33, Cologne 50672
● Popular among shoppers from nearby fashion & design streets
● Gay-friendly with a cozy vibe
● Ideal for a coffee break or light meal
Tuesday, Wednesday 10:00 – 19:00; Thursday-Saturday 09:00 – 21:00;
Sunday 09:00 – 20:00
Pipinstraße/Vor St. Martin 8-10, Cologne 50667
● Cafe-bar in the Old Town of Cologne, next to the tower of Klein St.Martin ● Energetic, pink-hued gay bar featuring drinks, cafe bites & drag shows, plus outdoor tables.
Wednesday, Thursday 17:00 – 24:00; Friday 17:00 – 03:00 Saturday 14:00 – 03:00; Sunday 14:00 – 22:00
Pipinstraße 3, Cologne 50667
● Friendly gay bar in the Old Town, with a touch of Mediterranean
● The Barcelon has been a popular gay gin bar in Cologne's old town since 2011 with a large outdoor terrace.
Wednesday, Thursday 17:00 – 23:00; Friday, Saturday 17:00 – 02:00
Sunday 14:00 – 20:00
Pipinstraße 5 / Vor St. Martin 12, Cologne 50667
● Popular gay bar in the Old Town of Cologne
Monday-Thursday 17:00 – 01:00; Friday, Saturday 17:00 – 03:00+ Sunday 16:00/17:00 – 01:00
Kasinostraße 1a / Stephanstraße, Cologne 50676
● Traditional German pub with a mixed clientele
Tuesday-Saturday from 16:00
Schaafenstraße 61 A, Cologne 50676
● Modern fancy bar with drinks, DJs, music videos, and neon lights.
● Mainly young and middle-aged clientele.
Wednesday, Thursday 19:00 – 03:00; Friday, Saturday 21:00 – 05:00
Schaafenstraße 45, Cologne 50676
● Mixed gay-straight-lesbian cocktail lounge bar.
● Stylish and with high-quality cocktails and drinks.
● Stylish and with high-quality cocktails and drinks.
Tuesday-Thursday 19:00 – 03:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 05:00
Greesbergstraße 2/Eigelstein, Cologne 50668
● Long-standing gay bar in the Eigelstein quarter.
Monday-Thursday 15:00 – 01:00; Friday, Saturday 16:00 – 03:00 Sunday 14:00 – 00:30
Balduinstraße 20, 50676 Köln, Germany
● Small fetish-friendly gay bar in the center of Cologne Men Only!
Tuesday-Thursday 19:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 19:00 – 04:00 Sunday 17:00 – 02:00
Richard-Wagner-Straße 25, Cologne 50674
● Small basement lounge bar with karaoke and mixed clientele.
Tuesday-Sunday from 20:00
Greesbergstraße 2/Eigelstein, Cologne 50668
● Long-standing gay bar in the Eigelstein quarter.
Monday-Thursday 15:00 – 01:00; Friday, Saturday 16:00 – 03:00 Sunday 14:00 – 00:30
Mühlenbach 53, 50676 Köln, Germany
● Bears-friendly bar in the Old Town of Cologne.
● Little and big bears in all sizes.
Wednesday-Saturday from 18:00
Alter Markt 58 50667 Cologne, Germany
● In summer with terrace at Alter Markt(Old Market), a popular area for tourists.
● The clientele outside is usually very mixed.
Daily 12:00/14:00–01:00/03:00
Pipinstraße 5, 50667 Köln, Germany
● Small bar in the Old Town of Cologne.
● Next to the gay bars Barcelon and Baustelle4U.
Wednesday,Thursday17:00–01:00;Friday,Saturday17:00–2:00 Sunday16:00–23:00
Mathiasstraße 5, 50676 Köln, Germany
● Small gay bar with a backroom.
● Mainly attracts thirty- and forty-something clientele.
Monday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00+, Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 05:00+
Sunday 20:00 – 02:00+
Mathiasstraße 22, 50676 Köln, Germany
● The longest-running gay cruising and fetish bar in Cologne.
● Formerly known as Hands and Boners.
● Primarily attracts clientele aged 35+.
● Minimum consumption: 8 €
Monday 18:00 – 03:00, Tuesday-Thursday 21:00 – 03:00, Friday, Saturday 21:00 – 05:00, Sunday 21:00 – 03:00
Club Bogen 2, Gladbacher Wall 5, 50670 Köln, Germany
● Legendary party, well known for a great line up and light show. Cute crowd as well.
Schaafenstraße 49, 50676 Köln, Germany
● Popular busy gay bar can be a lot of fun
Daily from 7pm
Schaafenstraße 57 50676 Cologne, Germany
● Rather inconspicuous during the day, the Ex|Corner wakes up in the evening with regular entertaiment this bar is always busy
Schaafenstraße 51 50676 Cologne, Germany
● Gay bar with mainly very young clientele
Daily from 19:00
Mühlenbach 57 50676 Cologne, Germany
● Bar for gay seniors and their admirers.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 17:00 –01:00; Friday, Saturday17:00–03:00
Recommended Hotels in Cologne By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Cologne that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Dorint Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, health club, large indoor pool.
- Close to the gay district.
- Soundproofed, marble bathroom.
- Prime city center location, luxurious amenities, ideal for relaxation.
25hours Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4-star, unique bar, vibrant ambiance.
- Close to the gay district.
- Air-conditioned, flat-screen TV.
- Creative design, central location, perfect for a unique experience.
Hotel Lyskirchen
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, indoor pool, modern equipped gym.
- Close to the gay district.
- Flat-screen TV, elegant interiors.
- Heart of Cologne, great value, modern facilities, leisure comfort.
DASKöln
Serviced Apartments
- Modern-style, central, free WiFi.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Designer furniture, equipped kitchen.
- Quiet yet central, ideal for longer stays, close to attractions.
Video Cologne Guide
Discover the best of gay Cologne in 5 minutes with “The Travellers”
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Cologne
Cologne, affectionately referred to as the “Gay Capital of Germany”, boasts vibrant gay neighbourhoods brimming with history, culture, and LGBTQ+ pride. The city’s heart beats loudly in the districts of Rudolfplatz and the Old Town’s famous Bermuda Triangle.
Altstadt-Nord | Cologne Old Town
Photo: Cologne hosts huge Circuit Events, Kinky Festivals & even a Gay Christmas Market
- Cologne’s gay scene is around Heumarkt-Mathiasstrasse in the Old Town (Altstadt). It is the city’s original gayborhood.
- The gaybourhood is home to low-key gay bars, a leather vibe and famous cruise clubs.
- One of the pioneering districts for LGBTQ+ rights in Germany, it hosts several post-parade parties during Cologne Pride.
- Discover the best things to see and do in the old town.
Rudolfplatz
Nicknamed “The Bermuda Triangle”, located west of town and home to Babylon & Phoenix saunas.
Ehrenfeld
Artsy neighbourhood, 20-mins from the centre, with trendy cafes, boutiques, & a vivid street art scene.
Belgian Quarter
Known for its hip atmosphere offering a blend of chic boutiques, trendy restaurants, & lively bars.
Deutz
On the eastern bank of the Rhine River, with a quieter vibe and fantastic views of Cologne’s skyline.
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