Cologne CGN to Paris PAR flight with Lufthansa

You have options as you can travel from Cologne to Paris 2 different ways: train or bus.

Since both Cologne and Paris are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

The best events to attend in Paris include:

• Bastille Day, celebrate the nation's birthday during festivities
• Nuits blanches, all-night long cultural festivities
• Nuits des musées, all famous Paris museums and official palaces are open all night long for free
• Paris Fashion Week, a major event showcasing the latest in fashion from top designers.

The best holidays to experience in Paris include:

• Christmas, magical atmosphere with festive decorations and markets
• New Year's Day, a time for celebration and reflection with beautiful fireworks
• Easter, spring blooms and traditional celebrations throughout the city
• Labor Day, a public holiday with various local events and parades.

The best seasons to visit Paris are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Paris is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.