Local Cologne Tips by Roofers and Carpenters
Cologne is the host city of DACH+HOLZ International – and for many visitors, it is much more than just a trade fair location. To help international exhibitors and visitors experience the city beyond the exhibition halls, we asked local roofers and carpenters from Cologne to share their personal recommendations:
Cologne Recommendations from Local Craftsmen
Where do you go for dinner or a drink after a long trade fair day? And what are you most looking forward to at DACH+HOLZ International 2026? The result is a curated selection of authentic local tips – shared by craftsmen who live and work in Cologne and know the city inside out.
Florian Hemmersbach
Roofer | Cologne
As a Cologne-based roofer, Florian appreciates traditional places with character. After a long day at the fair, he recommends classic Cologne pubs with honest food and a relaxed atmosphere.
Cologne tip:
The traditional brewery Lommerzheim, famous for its pork cutlet and Kölsch beer – or Zappes Süd, a laid-back bar in the Südstadt district.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
New machinery that makes everyday work easier, professional exchange with international colleagues and high-quality technical presentations.
Tim Kettler
Carpenter | Cologne
Tim enjoys Cologne’s diverse food scene. His recommendations combine quick, high-quality food with lively nightlife.
Cologne tip:
Oriental street food at Ahlan Imbiss, followed by drinks at the well-known bar Sixpack in the Belgian Quarter.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
Networking with craftsmen from all over Germany and Europe and discovering new innovations for everyday work.
Walther Alijosha
Carpenter (Journeyman) | Cologne
Walther values good food and genuine Cologne pub culture.
Cologne tip:
Vietnamese cuisine at Phong Lan, followed by a Kölsch beer at the traditional Ubier-Schänke.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
Discovering new machines and exchanging ideas with colleagues from the industry
Kilian Wilke
Carpenter (Master Craftsman Trainee) | Cologne
Kilian appreciates straightforward restaurants and relaxed meeting places.
Cologne tip:
Authentic Thai dishes at Thai Gourmet Sülz, followed by a drink at Herr Pimock on Aachener Straße.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
New timber construction techniques, technical innovations and meeting new companies and colleagues.
Justus Gemein
Master Roofer | Cologne
Justus recommends both traditional Cologne brewing culture and small neighbourhood restaurants.
Cologne tip:
The historic brewery Brauerei Päffgen or the Italian neighbourhood restaurant Sessanta Ristorante.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
New tools, ideas for more efficient work processes and informal networking events after the fair.
Lukas Hemmersbach
Master Roofer & Plumbing Specialist | Cologne
For Lukas, Cologne’s nightlife is all about flexibility – calm or lively, depending on the day.
Cologne tip:
The long-established bar Sixpack, popular with locals and visitors alike.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
Innovative products that help companies move forward and meeting friends and colleagues from across the industry.
Julius Düren
Master Roofer | Cologne
Julius enjoys uncomplicated food and relaxed bars close to the city centre.
Cologne tip:
Italian classics at remos, followed by drinks at Zappes Süd.
DACH+HOLZ highlight:
Trying out new tools, discovering innovations and exchanging experiences with fellow craftsmen.
All Cologne Tips at a Glance
Restaurants & Food
Lommerzheim
Siegesstraße 18, 50679 Cologne
www.lommerzheim.koeln
Recommended by Florian Hemmersbach
Ahlan Imbiss
Severinsstraße 189, 50678 Cologne
www.ahlan-imbiss.de
Recommended by Tim Kettler
Phong Lan
Luxemburger Straße 28, 50674 Cologne
Recommended by Walther Alijosha
Thai Gourmet Sülz
Berrenrather Straße 270, 50937 Cologne
www.thaigourmetsuelz.de
Recommended by Kilian Wilke
Sessanta Ristorante
Sechzigstraße 29, 50733 Cologne
www.sessanta-ristorante.de
Recommended by Justus Gemein
remos
Aachener Straße 21, 50674 Cologne
Recommended by Julius Düren
Bars & Pubs
Zappes Süd
Dreikönigenstraße 23, 50678 Cologne
Recommended by Florian Hemmersbach & Julius Düren
Ubier-Schänke
Ubierring 19, 50678 Cologne
Recommended by Walther Alijosha
Herr Pimock
Aachener Straße 52, 50674 Cologne
Recommended by Kilian Wilke
Sixpack
Aachener Straße 33, 50674 Cologne
Recommended by Tim Kettler & Lukas Hemmersbach
Whether traditional breweries, international cuisine or lively bars – the recommendations from Cologne-based roofers and carpenters show how easy it is to combine a successful trade fair visit with authentic local experiences.
We wish you a productive stay at DACH+HOLZ International 2026 and an enjoyable time in Cologne!