Eupen

Eupen Essentials

Explore the capital of Belgium's German-speaking community, a city shaped by its 18th-century textile boom. This selection highlights Eupen's architectural transition from the medieval fortifications of Burg Stockem to the grand Baroque mansions of cloth merchants like Haus Grand Ry. The list covers the distinct characters of the Oberstadt and Unterstadt, featuring significant religious sites ranging from the ornate Sankt Nikolaus Pfarrkirche to the historic Werthkapelle, one of the city's oldest structures.

Sankt Nikolaus Pfarrkirche

An 18th-century Baroque church in the upper town designed by architect Laurenz Mefferdatis, featuring a grand interior and twin towers that dominate the city skyline.

Kirche zur Unbefleckten Empfängnis (Klosterkirche)

A 17th-century former Capuchin monastery church known for its simple architectural lines and historic role as a spiritual center in the heart of Eupen.

Pfarrkirche St. Joseph

A prominent Neo-Gothic parish church built in the 19th century to serve the growing population of Eupen's lower town (Unterstadt).

Haus Grand Ry

A grand Rococo-style cloth-maker's mansion from the 1700s, later used as the city's post office, representing the height of Eupen's industrial wealth.

Schloss Libermé

A historic moated castle situated in the Kettenis district, showcasing a blend of medieval defensive structures and later residential architectural styles.

Burg Stockem

A fortified manor house featuring a 14th-century residential tower and a Baroque gatehouse, serving as a key vestige of the area's medieval history.

Kloster Heidberg Bildungs- und Begegnungszentrum der Deutschsprachigen Gemeinschaft Belgiens

An 18th-century former monastery complex that has been preserved and converted into a modern educational and meeting center for the German-speaking community.

Marienbrunnen

A historic fountain and landmark located in the town center, dedicated to the Virgin Mary and recognized as a piece of regional heritage.

Werthkapelle - Kapelle St. Lambertus

Also known as the Werthkapelle, this is one of Eupen's oldest religious buildings, dating back to the late 17th century and featuring a Baroque altar.

Kapelle St. Johannes der Täufer (Bergkapelle)

A hilltop Catholic chapel built in the early 18th century, offering a quiet site for reflection overlooking the town's southern districts.

Church of Peace

Built in the 19th century, this Neo-Gothic Protestant church reflects the cultural and religious shifts in Eupen during the Prussian era.

Grenz-Echo

A late 18th-century townhouse on the Marktplatz that serves as the headquarters for the Grenz-Echo, the only German-language daily newspaper in Belgium.

Pfarrkirche Sankt Katharina

The primary parish church of the Kettenis district, this building is a significant example of local ecclesiastical architecture and regional heritage.