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Aachen Essentials

Aachen serves as a living monument to Charlemagne’s empire, centered around the 8th-century UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral and the Gothic Town Hall. This selection highlights the city's thermal legacy at the Neoclassical Elisenbrunnen and explores its medieval fortifications through the preserved Ponttor and Marschiertor gates. From the historic marketplace to the Treasury’s religious relics, these landmarks trace Aachen's evolution from an imperial capital to a renowned spa destination and cultural hub.

Aachen Essentials — Карта

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Aachen Cathedral

You should definitely not miss a chance to visit one of the oldest cathedrals in Europe.

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Aachen Town Hall

Situated directly opposite the city cathedral, this no-less-imposing Gothic building is home to the city council as well as the mayor of…

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Treasury of Aachen Cathedral

Artworks, liturgical items, reliquaries and a collection of textiles - all of these can be seen in the permanent and temporary exhibits of…

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Elisa Fountain

A Neoclassical pavilion where you can find a fountain with healing thermal water accessible to the public. Why not taste it?

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Katschhof

This popular square is a place where flea markets, concerts, and festivals often take place. The Christmas market attracts people from afar.

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Marketplace

This quaint square is definitely worth visiting. During the year, a market takes place here twice a week and should you come during the…

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Karl's Fountain

Situated right in front of the town hall, this is the oldest fountain in the city.

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Dolls Fountain

This wonderful fountain hidden in the Altstadt is unique because of its movable puppets. It is considered one of the nicest fountains.

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Ponttor

The Ponttor in Aachen, Germany, is one of the two remaining gates of the original city wall of Aachen.

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Marschiertor

This is one of the two gates of the original city wall. It is also said to be one of the greatest gates in west Europe.

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Grashaus

One of the oldest houses and the first city hall was completed in 1267, but it is probably even older. The facade was changed frequently.

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House Löwenstein

This is one of the few Gothic buildings which survived the great fire in 1656. It was named after the first known owner, Anna Löwenstein.

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Theatre Aachen

Theater Aachen is a theatre in Aachen, Germany. It is the principal venue in that city for operas, musical theatre and plays.