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The Lounge (Terminal 1)

Cologne Bonn Airport · Cologne

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Editorial score

2.9/ 5

14 of 15 metrics scored

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At a glance

Operated by Global Lounge Network in the former Lufthansa lounge space, about 800 m² over two levels; Lufthansa no longer runs its own lounge at Cologne Bonn. Buffet of warm and cold dishes with beer, wine and spirits.

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Who gets in

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Cards that get you in: Altitude Black, Altitude Reserve (discontinued, closed to new applicants), Business Centurion Card, Business Platinum Card, Business Platinum Card (Canada), Carte Platinum (France)

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Entry and guest policy

Open to all departing passengers: day pass EUR 35 for up to 4 hours (2026 rate), at reception or online. Priority Pass: max 4 hours, one child under 12 free per cardholder. Frankfurtflyer (Aug 2024) reports free entry for Lufthansa business/first passengers, Miles & More Senators and Star Alliance Gold; Lufthansa does not list it on its own site.

Location & opening hours

Cologne Bonn Airport · Terminal 1

Terminal 1, airside near the C gates, about 150 m to the left after central security; two levels in the former Lufthansa lounge space.

Opening hours
  • 5 AM – 10 PM daily
Local time · Europe/Berlin
Lounge history

Opened 2021

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Editorial ratings

14 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.

Seating & comfort
3
Quiet
3
Space
3
Food
3
Drinks & bar
3
Coffee
2
Wi-Fi
3
Power outlets
3
Workspace
3
Restrooms
3
Cleanliness
3
Staff & service
3
Views & light
3
Exclusivity
2
What a 5 means for each metric
Seating & comfort
plenty of comfortable seats, easy to find one
Quiet
calm enough to work, read, or nap
Space
never feels packed, even at peak
Food
real meals, fresh and varied
Drinks & bar
good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
Coffee
barista-made, not a push-button machine
Wi-Fi
fast and reliable for video calls
Power outlets
an outlet at every seat
Workspace
desks, quiet rooms, phone booths
Restrooms
clean, plentiful, well kept
Cleanliness
tables bussed fast, nothing sticky
Staff & service
attentive, friendly, quick
Views & light
tarmac views, natural light
Exclusivity
premium-cabin or invitation only; no day passes or lounge networks

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Quick answers

Who can get into The Lounge (Terminal 1)?

The Lounge (Terminal 1) lists access through Priority Pass. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Open to all departing passengers: day pass EUR 35 for up to 4 hours (2026 rate), at reception or online. Priority Pass: max 4 hours, one child under 12 free per cardholder. Frankfurtflyer (Aug 2024) reports free entry for Lufthansa business/first passengers, Miles & More Senators and Star Alliance Gold; Lufthansa does not list it on its own site.

What are the opening hours of The Lounge (Terminal 1)?

The Lounge (Terminal 1) is open 5 AM – 10 PM daily (local time, Europe/Berlin).

Where is The Lounge (Terminal 1)?

The Lounge (Terminal 1) is in Terminal 1 at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). Terminal 1, airside near the C gates, about 150 m to the left after central security; two levels in the former Lufthansa lounge space.

Does The Lounge (Terminal 1) have showers and a bar?

The Lounge (Terminal 1) has self-serve drinks and seating for about 120. Shower availability is not confirmed by a recorded suite count; check with the operator for availability and charges.

How good is The Lounge (Terminal 1)?

Lounge Frog rates The Lounge (Terminal 1) 2.9 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.

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