Cologne – Winterdeck 2026
What to expect
The Winterdeck Köln 2026 invites you from 19 November to 20 December 2026 onto the covered open deck of the KD event ship MS RheinVision. The ship is moored at the KD landing stage in Cologne's Old Town. From there, you have a direct view of the cathedral and the Rhine. It is open from 17 to 22 on Thursdays to Sundays. Admission is free, so you do not need a ticket.
Winterdeck Köln 2026: Dates and opening times
Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt gives the dates for Winterdeck Köln 2026 as 19 November to 20 December 2026. It is open only from Thursday to Sunday, from 17 to 22. The deck is closed from Monday to Wednesday. The deck is also reserved for private events on certain days. So it is worth checking the dates on the official website before your visit. These include 21 and 28 November, as well as several days in December.
Riverside location and facilities
Winterdeck is at the KD landing stage Köln/Altstadt by Fischmarkt. The open deck of MS RheinVision is covered. There is also a cosy winter lounge with sofas, cushions and Advent decorations. Christmas pop music plays in the background. Unlike a traditional Christmas market, Winterdeck has no stalls; it is more of a winter meeting place on the water. Find more Christmas markets with the funfair and Christmas market finder.
Mulled wine, snacks and payment at Winterdeck Köln 2026
The menu includes red and white mulled wine, Winterspritz, hot chocolate, Kölsch, wines and gin drinks. There is also currywurst, bratwurst in a roll, cheese and herb tear-and-share bread, vegan pea stew, pretzels and sweet treats. However, the organiser says the selection may vary. On board, you can pay only by cashless methods or with KD vouchers, with no minimum spend. You can find prices for individual food and drinks on the organiser's menu.
Groups and reservations
For groups of 10 to a maximum of 40 people, KD offers time slots from 17 to 19:30 or from 20 to 22. A reservation fee of 1 euros per person applies. There is also a minimum spend of 12 euros per person. You can find all the latest information on the official KD page for Winterdeck.
Getting there
The landing stage is in the heart of the Old Town, just a few minutes' walk from the cathedral and the main railway station. So the best way to get there is by train and bus. The organiser describes Winterdeck as a new winter venue; no information is available about previous editions.
Highlights at a glance
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Train/bus: Köln Hbf or stops in the Old Town, a few minutes' walk to the KD landing stage Köln/Altstadt
- Partly covered
- Card payments widely accepted
- Good public transport links / special services
Frequently asked questions
When is Winterdeck Köln 2026 open?
From 19 November to 20 December 2026, Thursdays to Sundays from 17 to 22. The deck is reserved for private events on certain days.
Is there an admission charge for Winterdeck?
No. Admission is free according to KD, and no ticket is required.
Where is Winterdeck?
On the KD event ship MS RheinVision at the KD landing stage Köln/Altstadt by Fischmarkt.
Can I pay in cash?
No. You can pay on board only by cashless methods or with KD vouchers, with no minimum spend.
Can groups make a reservation?
Yes, groups of 10 to 40 people can book the time slots from 17 to 19:30 or from 20 to 22. A reservation fee of 1 euros and a minimum spend of 12 euros per person apply.
Is the deck sheltered from the weather?
Yes, the open deck of MS RheinVision is covered.
