Cologne Lights 2025: Feuerwerk comeback under the motto Phoenix

Am 30. August 2025 kehren die Kölner Lichter nach fünf Jahren zurück. Erleben Sie ein spektakuläres Feuerwerk am Rhein!
On August 30, 2025, the Cologne lights return after five years. Experience a spectacular fireworks on the Rhine! (Symbolbild/MK)

Cologne Lights 2025: Feuerwerk comeback under the motto Phoenix

Köln, Deutschland - It is official: The “Cologne Lights” are back at the start! After a long break of five years, the popular spectacle returns on August 30, 2025, and that under the promising motto "The Phoenix project". An estimated around 350,000 spectators are expected on the banks of the Rhine on this day to experience the colorful spectacle. [24rhein] (https://www.24rhein.de/koelner/koelner-lichter-2025-feier-ommack-alle-infos-to-Tterrauf-Tickets- 93828543.html) reports that the highlight of the event, the fireworks begins at 10:30 p.m. the Rhine.

The experienced pyrotechnic team is responsible for the impressive fireworks under the direction of Georg Alef. This has made a name for itself with his own company and will ensure that a real firework of the senses is unfolded in the Cologne night sky. With its huge concept, the event promises not only the Cologne lights, but also to "revive" the city's mood, in the spirit of the "Phoenix". Visitors on both sides of the Rhine can look forward to vial and acoustic highlights.

supporting program and information on arrival

The event begins at 3 p.m. with the opening of the numerous gastronomic stands. At 8 p.m. it will be exciting for the sports enthusiasts: the Cologne rowing club 1877 e. V. presents the "90th Cologne city appraisal". A solemn reception mood is then created at 9:15 p.m. when the passenger ships return, accompanied by cell phone lamps and music. Koeln emphasizes that there will be no large stages in this issue, but will gradually be reintroduced elements of the event.

tickets for the best places will be in great demand! There are currently remaining tickets for the Oceandiva Nova event ship, which is available for 179 euros per person. The following prices are available in the stands on the banks of the Rhine:

Platz Price
grandstand on the banks of the bastion 119.70 euros
Cathedral view terrace 189 euros
beer garden of the Rheinterrassen 179 euros
Cologne cable car 520 euros for 4 people
Rheinloft Cologne from 350 euros
water tower sold out
Kölnsky sold out

For everyone who prefers to be cheaper: there are also many free standing rooms with a good view along the Rhine, for example in the old town or at the Rheinpark. However, if you want to participate in the Cologne lights, you should hurry and travel until 7 p.m. at the latest to avoid locked bank areas.

an event in new gloss

The Mayor of Cologne, Henriette Reker, has taken over the patronage for the 20th edition of the Cologne lights and thus continues the tradition. The main sponsor, Rheinenergie AG, as well as numerous partner companies, including Gaffel and Reissdorf, make this fantastic event possible. Koelnerlichter emphasizes that the Cologne lights are primarily a festival for everyone who comes with free admission and a variety of attractions. Even meals brought with you are allowed, but glass bottles and beer barrels have to stay outside.

be there when the Cologne lights shine again on August 30, 2025 and ensures that you don't miss anything! It will be an unforgettable event in the heart of Cologne!

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