Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research, Cologne

Living in Cologne


		Overview
		A brief history of the City of Cologne Founded by the Romans, Cologne is the oldest city in Germany and still characterized by its 2000 years of history. Cologne has just over one million inhabitants and is the fourth-largest city in Germany. Its name relates back to ... [more]


		Campus Life
		The campus of the MPIZ offers a variety of sport opportunities. A swimming pool is available in summer as well as a tennis court. A soccer team is practicing regularly on a soccer field close to the institute. There is also a runner’s group and the institute’s run which ... [more]


		Social Life
		Cologne presents itself today, against the background of its long and chequered history as a vital, charming city in which its great past and the present, commerce and culture create a fascinating blend and where the people like to laugh and live. [more]




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