Cologne Carnival Generates Billions Despite Short Season

 

Authorities in Cologne reported that this year’s carnival, though shorter than usual, generated revenues worth billions of euros.

According to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the carnival remains one of Germany’s largest popular festivals, boosting tourism, hotels, restaurants, transport, and logistics.

Hundreds of thousands of visitors attended the festivities, driving hotel occupancy to record levels and increasing demand for local products.

Sources – Agencies