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Cologne

Cologne (1.1 million inhabitants): major city of Germany, with country factbook, ranking and leader links.

Last updated: October 2026

About Cologne

CountryGermany
Population1.1 million

Source: UN World Urbanization Prospects, 2022 Revision (metropolitan agglomeration estimate). Observation date: 2022. The Bureau cross-checked major-city figures against UN WUP; smaller-city figures are presented as published and have not been individually re-verified.

What is the population of Cologne?

Cologne has a metropolitan population of 1.1 million, according to the UN World Urbanization Prospects (2022 Revision) cited on this page.

Where is Cologne located?

Cologne is in Germany. It is a major city of Germany.

What is Cologne known for?

Cologne is a major city of Germany. The Bureau’s profile records its population and country context; see the Germany factbook for the wider national picture.

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