Hit the fairways on a relaxing break to Cologne

With a major amateur golfing event taking place in Cologne this summer, a short flight with Germanwings could be just the ticket to experience some of Europe's most scenic golf courses, plus all the delights of the historic city of Cologne .

Germanwings www.germanwings.com , operates direct routes to Cologne/Bonn airport from London Stansted, Edinburgh International and Dublin International. A flight with Germanwings costs from just 13 GBP / 19 EUR (per one-way flight, on selected routes, including taxes and duties).

Only 30 minutes from the city, the third NORDEA Cologne Golf Week is a great destination for golfers. With 31 golf courses, the Rhineland area has the greatest density of golf courses in Germany , and boasts more courses than the Algarve in Portugal . The event welcomes out-of-town and local golf players as well as nature lovers. A handicap-specific tournament takes place every day at a different course according to strictly defined quality standards. Players can choose whether to play in one tournament or more.

Apart from golf, visitors can also take advantage of Cologne and its surrounding countryside, on foot or by bicycle. Biking tours through Cologne itself are very popular and easily arranged at the Rheinpegel in the Old Town - perfect for a summer's day. Inline skating is also booming and special tours give you the opportunity to discover the city freely- a great alternative to travelling by car or bus.

Cologne has plenty of treasures to admire along the way, such as its awesome thirteenth century cathedral in the heart of the city. Nearby, river cruises down the Rhine offer unique views of hilltop castles and forts.

Feeling hungry after all that activity? Re-energise with some of the local speciality food and drinks. Why not sample some “Himmel und Erde” (translation: “Heaven and Earth”), an apple and potato dish, accompanies by glass of white Riesling. Alternatively, try a glass (or three) of the popular local beer – Kölsch. This is a a clear, pale, top-fermented beer, which has been brewed in Cologne for centuries.

Last but not least, delight your palate by visiting one of the most famous attractions in Cologne , the chocolate museum. Visitors are welcomed to sample a home-made treat from a pool of chocolate, and view amazing chocolate sculptures.

Don't miss out the chance of a relaxing golf trip to Cologne and book your flight Germanwings now, for as little as £13 for a one way flight, including taxes!

For more information, visit www.germanwings.com or call +44 (0)870 252 12 50 from the UK (between 07:00 and 20:00hrs GMT).

From Ireland call + 353 1 8650 125 (between 07:00 and 12:00 hrs GMT)

For more information on the NORDEA Cologne Golf Week 2007, visit http://www.koelnergolfwoche.de/