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Köln, North Rhine-Westphalia

Germany

Provincial capital50.9333° N, 6.9500° E

Köln, located in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia province, has a population of 963,395. This city is situated in the western part of the country and is known for its rich history and cultural significance.

Population963,395
ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Coordinates50.9333° N, 6.9500° E
CountryGermany
Rank in Germany#4 of 81,666

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Nearest Airports

Leverkusen Airfield

EDKLLocal

9.9 km away

Cologne Bonn Airport

CGNInternational

15.5 km away

Langenfeld-Wiescheid Airfield

DE-0189Local

23.2 km away

About Köln

Köln is positioned at coordinates 50.93333° latitude and 6.95° longitude, in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 58 meters and operates under the Europe/Berlin timezone. Nearby cities include Düsseldorf, Wuppertal, Bonn, Mönchengladbach, and Solingen.

Köln ranks as the 4th largest city in Germany out of 13,100 cities, contributing to the country's total urban population of 91,661,632. It follows cities such as Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich in terms of population size.

Cities in North Rhine-Westphalia

As the largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Köln ranks #1 among 554 cities in the province. The region is served by various amenities, including 24 hospitals, 386 schools, 33 universities, and 43 museums, among other facilities.

Nearby Cities

In the vicinity of Köln, there are 20 cities and towns within 25 km.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Köln?

The population of Köln is 963,395.

In which province/state is Köln located?

Köln is located in North Rhine-Westphalia.

What are the coordinates of Köln?

The coordinates of Köln are 50.93333° latitude and 6.95° longitude.

What is the elevation of Köln?

The elevation of Köln is 58 meters.

What is the nearest airport to Köln?

The nearest airport to Köln is Cologne Bonn Airport.

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