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51ԹϺ- A Place for Irish in Cologne

Dia duit to all of our Irish in Cologne! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Irish expats in Cologne? Are you looking for advice from other Irish, e.g. which bars in Cologne will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for Irish stew?

You are cordially invited to be part of 51ԹϺCologne. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Irish expats, coming from Dublin, Limerick, Cork and all regions of Ireland.

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Daiki Saito

Daiki Saito

When my company decided to send me to Essen, I took a quick look at the local community and said: Please do!

Cristina Fernandez

Cristina Fernandez

On 51ԹϺI did not only meet interesting people but I also found a flat near Bochum and settled in quickly. A great platform.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Cologne

14,007
members in Cologne
90
Irish members
46
monthly events
1,074
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Irish at our events in Cologne

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Irish in Cologne.

51ԹϺCologne @ Curios Bistro & Café
51ԹϺCologne @ Curios Bistro & Café
Join us for our very first Outdoor - Event of the season at the Curious Bistro & Café—the most unique, "kuriose" location situated directly on the banks of the Rhine. Whether you’ve been in Cologne for years or just arrived yesterday, this is the perfect evening to swap stories, make new friends,
Join us for our very first Outdoor - Event of the season at the Curious Bistro & Café—the most unique, "kuriose" location situated directly on the banks of the Rhine. Whether you’ve been in Cologne for years or just arrived yesterday, this is the perfect evening to swap stories, make new friends,
Salsa Dancing in Cologne
Salsa Dancing in Cologne
We are going Salsa Dancing. Salsa in Cuba is romantic and joy of life music. See you soon Victor
We are going Salsa Dancing. Salsa in Cuba is romantic and joy of life music. See you soon Victor
Another Evening of Fine Asian Fusion
Another Evening of Fine Asian Fusion
Minsu is a crossover Asian fusion restaurant in Cologne Deutz. The tasty food and the dishes that you will find on the menu reflect the incredible diversity of Asian cuisine: spicy Currys, Vietnamese street food and „Pho“ soups, Japanese grilled meat and fish, as well as Sushi mixes. At Minsu ever
Minsu is a crossover Asian fusion restaurant in Cologne Deutz. The tasty food and the dishes that you will find on the menu reflect the incredible diversity of Asian cuisine: spicy Currys, Vietnamese street food and „Pho“ soups, Japanese grilled meat and fish, as well as Sushi mixes. At Minsu ever
Postponed /Love and Ambition in Hollywood
Postponed /Love and Ambition in Hollywood
Dear book lovers Spring is coming and so the time of love! Let's discover together one of the best books by Taylor Jenkins Reid: The seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo. One actress, one reporter, seven husbands in Los Angeles during the golden time. We will meet in a a chic place: (...) Protected conten
Dear book lovers Spring is coming and so the time of love! Let's discover together one of the best books by Taylor Jenkins Reid: The seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo. One actress, one reporter, seven husbands in Los Angeles during the golden time. We will meet in a a chic place: (...) Protected conten

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Why Irish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Irish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51ԹϺGroups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Social Group
Social Group
Urban Fun Group
Urban Fun Group
Film Lovers Group
Film Lovers Group
DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group

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Irish Expats in Cologne Share Their Experiences

51ԹϺis a place where Irish expats in Cologne exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The former Roman settlement of "Colonia Agrippina" can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Cologne’s Irish expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Irish expats in Cologne.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Cologne to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Irish in Cologne at Our Events

Our community in Cologne is also very active offline. Our 51ԹϺAmbassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Cologne’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Irish expats to explore the picturesque islands off the Frisian coast. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Ireland in your local community as well as Irish in Germany nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Irish living in Cologne!

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