Every year during Karneval season it always hits me how very lucky we are that we get to live in Köln. There’s nothing like it! walking to the parade Red and white are Cologne’s official colors, so you’ll see LOTS of it in the parade and at Karneval in general. These girls are dressed as […]
Karneval
Karneval 2016 (Schull-und Veedelszöch)
I’ve blogged about Karneval a few times already. This post has lots of information about Karneval in Köln. Other Karneval posts can be found here and here. This year we decided to check out the Schull-und Veedelszöch- a Karneval parade especially for kids. Most of the schools in Köln are represented. Every school chooses a theme […]
Karneval 2015
One of the best things about living in Köln is Karneval (though some would say it’s the worst thing- lol). People look forward to and prepare for it the whole year. I wrote a detailed post about Karneval in Köln and it’s traditions last year. You should read that first before continuing this post (because […]
Karneval 2014
Karneval was a blast and definitely lived up to it’s reputation! Since the previous post already explained Karneval in depth, I’ll let the pictures do most of the talking in this one… On the way to the Rosenmontag parade… (Opa, Papa and Quinnie off to the left) Love this couple […]
The Fifth Season
Köln is a Catholic city- so before Lent, they GO CRAZY. Karneval is such a big deal here, and is so ingrained in the culture of Köln that it’s called “The Fifth Season.” It goes on for about a week (the partying part of it anyways) and is a mix between Mardi Gras and Halloween. […]