Prayer times – Cologne

Muslim Presence in Cologne Cologne, a major city in western Germany, has been home to a significant Muslim community for decades. The city's diverse population includes many families, students, and workers who observe Islamic practices. The Muslim presence is well-established, with numerous mosques and prayer spaces serving the community across various neighborhoods.

Community Implantation The Muslim community in Cologne is served by over 20 mapped prayer places, including prominent mosques such as Abu Bakr Moschee in the Höninger Weg area and IGMG Fatih-Moschee Nippes on Neusser Straße. Other notable locations include Masjid Hamza Moschee in Bergisch Gladbacher Straße and DITIB Köln Porz - Mevlana Moschee in Bahnhofstraße. These prayer places are spread across districts like Köln, Bonn, Düsseldorf, and nearby cities, reflecting a wide implantation of the community.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Cologne follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the season. Cologne is in the Europe/Berlin timezone. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are important for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used provides reliable times for daily worship.