The coolest outdoor sports activities in Cologne

Kick-start your week with outdoor HIIT training by Original Bootcamp and experience the perfect combination of power and fresh air! What we particularly like: The exercises are super varied, everyone can train at their own pace, the group dynamic is super motivating and you really notice what you've achieved the next day. 😅

You're guaranteed to work up a sweat here, but if you still have energy afterwards, hop on your bike and ride towards Decksteiner Weiher. You cycle directly along the water through a beautiful avenue of trees and can then either treat yourself to a cold drink on the outdoor terrace at the Haus am See OR treat yourself to a round of mini golf. ⛳

Action and relaxation in one? Pack your swimming trunks and make your way to Lake Bleibtreusee! Just 20 minutes from Cologne, this little paradise awaits you with wakeboarding, water skiing, stand-up paddling and relaxing hours on the beach. Whether you're trying your hand at water skiing for the first time, looking for an adrenaline rush in the feature park with Unit Parktech features or prefer to explore the lake at a leisurely pace on a SUP - there's something for everyone here. A little tip: don't forget your sunscreen and then relax on the beach. It's going to be a nice summer day!

We are moving to the outskirts of Cologne, to Frechen. We're going to the Chimpanzodrome - the place to be for bouldering, climbing, fitness and yoga. If you're up for it, you can combine the visit with a bike ride. Depending on where you're coming from, you can choose a beautiful route through the city forest or along the Aachener Weiher pond. Once you arrive at the Chimpanzodrome, you can not only climb the walls, but also take part in yoga, movement and handstand classes to find your balance and move as smoothly as a monkey. It's definitely a lot of fun. You should try it out!

Getting ready for your next surfing vacation, learning something new or improving your skills on the board? Surf n Skate is the right place for you, because here you'll find the perfect mix of surfing, skating and fitness to improve your surfing level - because we train today to catch the waves tomorrow! 🤘🏼🌊 The training is aimed at surfers of all levels - from beginners to pros - as well as those who want to discover the surfing spirit within themselves in the middle of the city. Here you train in a group, which has two advantages: If you need a break, you still have something to look at and it's simply the most fun together, isn't it? 🤙🏼

"What is SHIFT?" you might be asking yourself!🧐 SHIFT stands for "one workout-neighborhood" - the aim: to create a community that enjoys getting active together. The range of outdoor courses varies and includes energetic formats such as boot camps, cycling and functional training, as well as relaxing courses such as yoga, Pilates and deep work. The program is offered every day of the week, so you can plan flexibly and see what your week looks like.

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