.koeln Domain
.koeln is the geographic extension for the German city of Cologne, in its German spelling, registered on 20 February 2014. It has over 19,000 registered domains, with an exceptional 89.02% active in the DNS zone, far above its English/French sister extension, .cologne.
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About the .KOELN domain
What is the .KOELN domain?
Uses of .KOELN
Who is the .KOELN domain for?
These are the most common situations where .KOELN is the ideal extension.
Cologne businesses and shops
The most direct use: companies, stores and local professionals preferring the German spelling of their city.
Local events like Kölner Karneval
Sites for events and traditions specific to the city, such as its famous carnival.
Tourism and hospitality in Cologne
Hotels, restaurants and tourist services aimed primarily at a German audience.
Real estate and local professional services
Agencies and professionals operating specifically in the region, using the local spelling.
Local German-language media and blogs
Digital publications focused on news and content relevant to the city.
Local cultural institutions and associations
Cultural organizations preferring the German linguistic identity of the city.
.KOELN vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .KOELN with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .koeln This page | Businesses and projects linked to Cologne (German spelling) | None formal | Contact us |
| .cologne | The same city, in English/French spelling | None formal | Contact us |
| .de | Germany in general | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .KOELN domain at miHosting
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Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .KOELN domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .KOELN domain
What's the difference between .koeln and .cologne?
Both represent the same city and share an operator (dotKoeln GmbH), but .koeln uses the German spelling and has much higher real adoption — over 19,000 domains versus around 4,400 for .cologne.
Who manages the .koeln domain?
dotKoeln GmbH, based in Vienna, with RyCE GmbH as technical backend. It was registered on 20 February 2014.
Why does .koeln have such a high real-use rate?
89.02% of registered domains are actually active in the DNS zone, confirming genuine, widespread adoption by local German businesses and projects.
Do I need a connection to Cologne to register this domain?
There is no mandatory formal verification, though the real registrar profile — made up exclusively of German companies — confirms usage is heavily concentrated among those with a genuine connection to the city.
How much does a .koeln domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.
Can I register my .koeln domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.
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