Overview
Brühl is a small town in North Rhine-Westphalia, almost a suburb of Cologne, best known for its two magnificent baroque palaces built for Duke Clemens August in the 18th century. The Augustusburg Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the key works of architect Balthasar Neumann, featuring one of the finest Rococo interiors in the world.
Architecture · Day Trips · Museums
Before you go
Accommodation
Two hotels exist: Hotel Matamba at Phantasialand and Ramada Hotel Bruehl-Koeln. Budget travelers may prefer staying in Cologne.
Culture
Brühl hosts periodic handicraft markets in its pedestrian center multiple times per year.
Transport
Brühl Bahnhof connects to regional rail from Cologne. Line 18 tram and multiple buses serve the town, with Brühl Mitte as the central transit hub.