Social Programme
Sunday, October 17, 2010, from 6.00 p.m.
(a visit of the Cologne Zoo is possible during the whole afternoon)
Icebreaker Event "Meet & Greet" in the Cologne Zoo
The Zoo of Cologne is one of the oldest and leading zoological gardens in Germany. With a great variety of animal houses, outdoor enclosures and an impressive aquarium it is a wonderful place to visit. Enjoy an interesting tour and entertaining evening while you meet & greet colleagues from all over the world. We will offer several tours behind the scenes.
Monday, October 18, 2010, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. (evening)
Dinner in the restaurant "XII Aposteln" (optional)
In the middle of the old town of Cologne, in walking distance to the hotels, you find this beautiful restaurant, named "XII Aposteln". It impresses by its unique interior with brilliant frescos, hand-carved wooden walls and marble floors.
The professional team of the restaurant serves Italian specialities of best quality.
Here we offer you a delicious buffet and a drink package (Prosecco, different wines, beer, soft drinks, a small variety of digestives, coffee & espresso)
You have to register extra for this dinner in case you would like to attend.
Monday, October 18, 2010, 9.30 p.m. (evening)
Private Organ Concert in the Cologne Cathedral
The cathedral of Cologne is a World Heritage Site, one of the best-known architectural monuments in Germany, and Cologne's most famous landmark, described by UNESCO as an "exceptional work of human creative genius". It is visited by 20 thousand people every day.
It is an exceptional pleasure to listen to the organ concert that will be arranged exclusively for the participants of the WAZA Conference in Cologne. Please enjoy!
Meeting point: main entrance of the Cologne Cathedral
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. (afternoon)
"Cologne Rendezvous"
Would you like to have a closer look at the typical Cologne lifestyle? On this tour you will meet historical characters and personalities (living history), who present this unique Cologne feeling. At several points of interest we invite you to experience extraordinary performances - they will make your walking tour through the old part of Cologne unforgettable!!
This programme will be joined by all accompanying persons.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, from 6.00 p.m. (evening)
Brewery Evening "Kölsch & Co."
"Kölsch" is the typical beer of Cologne. To brew beer has a very long tradition in Cologne. Today´s Kölsch beer has already been existed for more than 100 years. You usually drink it together with friends in one of the typical brewery restaurants, where you can also enjoy the solid, home-made dishes. Let us spend a typical Cologne evening in the famous Gaffel Brewery next to the cathedral!
Thursday, October 21, 2010, from 7.00 p.m. (evening)
WAZA Gala Dinner "Relax & Smile" in the Cologne Gürzenich
At the Cologne Gürzenich, tradition meets modernity in a unique way. Only a few steps away from the Hotel Maritim you find this impressive, historic venue, popularly known as the city´s "front parlour". It is also the perfect place for the WAZA Gala Dinner "Relax & Smile". Enjoy this last WAZA evening with delicious food, interesting talks and nice music. Dance to the exciting sound of the Ron White Band and hope that this evening will never end!