The 27 best places to visit for arts and culture in Aachen

If you can do take a moment to stop and admire this cathedral inside and out. It’s particularly beautiful when seen lit up in the evening. If you fancy attending gluten and dairy free patisserie, the cafe opposite - Isabella - in the main square is pricey but delicious

Constructed at the turn of the 9th century, the Palatine Chapel in Aachen stands as a testament to the ambition and legacy of Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor. Originally conceived as the centerpiece of his imperial palace complex, the chapel was designed not only as a place of worship but also as a powerful symbol of his newly established empire's grandeur and a physical representation of the a "new Rome". Its architectural brilliance lies in its unique fusion of classical, Byzantine, and Carolingian elements.

The cathedral is unique both inside and outside. It is art in absolute. Inside, the cathedral is covered with golden mosaics and beautiful ornaments. Outside, you can see unusual fountains and a cute sculpture of Charles.

Most unusual- keeps the look of the old times. A very beautiful cathedral a lot out of the main path.

didn't get time to go inside but it's a great place to sit and look at the stunning architecture, the town is nice and the sandwiches from one of the many coffee shops was great, really enjoyed the place.

In the center of the old city, this structure impresses from any perspective. It is wonderful to tour or simply admire from the vantage point of any of the great dining establishments nearby.

No ticket is required. You can visit inside the Cathedral and enjoy the religious & historical significance. Clicking photos and videos are also allowed.

Quality museum, but the staff interactions left us with a negative experience while the rest of our time in Aachen was wonderful. Of note: Receptionist at the ticket desk was rather rude. While I recognize our party of two arrived near the end of the day with an hour to go before closing, the staff member appeared bothered by every interaction she had to make with us from handing over cash that she wanted left on the counter rather than being taken from our hands, to having to hold our small backpacks that she insisted on us checking with the desk, to clearly being frustrated with interacting with two non-native speakers when we were seeking clarity to make sure we didn’t impose. Not usually one for leaving reviews, but very disappointed in their customer service.

It’s a small museum with some interesting furniture and artwork dating from a different era. Only takes 10 to 30 minutes to go through the entire exhibit. It’s not entirely breathtaking, but it’s certainly interesting to walk through. Admittance was €10 to get in.

Very nice Museum, the rooms are well kept, the smell from all the perfums. The people was very friendly, they answer to all the questions. The locations was very accessible.

It is like visiting a house from the 18 century. The personal use to follow you every where you go but don't take it personal, they do that for everyone. It has an small inner yard where you can take a coffee for 1.50 EUR. It is a nice place if you like the art and your are curious about how the people lived in that times.

Zero charm at the entrance: the girl at the ticket desk made me leave a tiny backpack – pure pettiness. When I asked why my companion could keep her bag, she made her leave it too, out of spite. Professionalism clearly means something else here. Fortunately, there’s a lady upstairs, friendly and smiling, who saves the museum’s reputation.

Loved the Museum. We received a token from the aachen tourism office and could visit the Museum for free. Loved the place. It projects liyestyle of people from different tome period. Situated at tje very centre. Definitely recommended.

It was interesting to visit and look at everyday life of people, who were living in this place before. Not much is explained, but still very nice to visit

Pretty good museum, the building is also nice. the second floor is closed for renovations and you cannot see the art after the 1700’s. Don’t forget to check for student discounts. Staff were friendly and helpful too.

Ive been to many of these kinds of museums-the type that are housed in a mansion, they have a nice collection, usually spanning medieval art until the 20th Century (this museum spans a broader collection it must be said) but these types of museums usually don't have so many instantly recognisable names- there are normally no Rembrandts or Picassos and any guests without an art historical background can sometimes remain underwhelmed by this type of collection. But. What this museum does so well is lean into what is really interesting about their collection. The weird, the gossipy, the mysteries surrounding the objects that they have. Religious icons with moving body parts, tiny coffins with remains to carry in your pocket, artworks that were recycled from other artworks, incorrect claims written on the back of paintings, and of course, lots of beautiful pieces if you prefer conventionally lovely art. The standard of curation is excellent, it makes the collection very accessible for a wide range of people by drawing out what is special and interesting about it. If you are interested in the interior of mansions like me, I was super impressed by the building itself. It's beautifully restored with lovely decorative and colour choices. The staff were also very engaged and informative, something that usually reflects well on the management. For me it was also the perfect size, a leisurely 2 hour visit, more or less very comfortably depending on your schedule.

Great collection, not too big or small. They show it based on theme rather than time (although it is grouped by each 500 year period) which is a great fit for the size of the collection. I speak fluent German, but the guards are really not very nice. We were a bit on the later side of the day, but they kept asking if we knew they closed at 5. Of course we did, the person selling the ticket told us ! 😂 To be fair, the tickets were reduced in price (3 rather than 6 euros) due to some art pieces missing, which was nice.

Surprizingly large collection. Takes 2hours plus to see them all. I wish they focus on info in English more.

The museum is not that big, the staff hardly speaks any language other that German. No shop opened, no café. One sit available per floor. Having to ask for the use of lift and they did it with a lack of grace.

Aachen is a quite small city with limited things to do. And especially on sundays there is nothing to do since most of the cafes, shops, stores, supermarkets and services are closed. So we decided to visit this museum to kill some time. No one inside has hospitality or smiling faces. We didn’t mind their attitude but they kept bothering us. An officer warned my father that his hat can fly. He was just holding it in his hands. Then he put hat to his head. After this strange warning same guy approached us second time to ask us whether we have any questions. And then he couldn’t answer some random questions about the paintings due to his weak English. He came to us third time to insist showing a random piece of art. I don’t understand this behaviour but never experienced such bizarre conversations in any other museum in different cities. Maybe it is because we were two Turkish tourists in a German city. Apart from the attitude the museum doesn’t have a lot to offer. It has pretty generic items at first floor. Unfortunately I don’t have anything positive to say about here

Excellent gallery with focus on medieval/renaissance art brightened by contemporary artists.

We had a very good waiter so the service was excellent. Too bad the food didn’t follow the same vibe. The food was plane, bland and luke warm. We hoped to get the opportunity to savour some great local dishes, but we left disappointed. The wine was ok but not excellent either. The vibe is good though, the restaurant has a trendy and cosy feel and most of the staff are very friendly and professional. Go there for a drink but skip the food.

Pretty sight, but has a strong smell of rotten eggs. I thought it was because of the hot temperatures outside, but later I learned that this is normal. It is known for its unpleasant-smelling thermal water: The two drinking fountains of the Elisenbrunnen in Aachen provide warm, sulphurous water at a temperature of 52°C. The unpleasant odour is due to the high sulphur content.

It is nice but a lot of homeless there. Water with soulf smell ugly for me. In the back is a place with old walls of the city..is nice

Oftentimes, instrumental music is played here with people dancing to it. If you're lucky, you might be entertained by a whole band for free. It's always a pleasure to pass by and a great addition to the ambience of the old city.

Food good, but a bit on the expensive side, with service unbelievably slow... For drinks we waited more than 30min, for soup more than an hour and even then they brought different soup to what we ordered. We used to come here to dine, but we'll seek something else next time.

A quick stop, but there’s not much to see. I would have liked to learn a little more about the history of this place and about the properties of the thermal water, but maybe I missed this information somewhere? You can look everything online these days, but sometimes you just prefer to have the information on the spot.

Nice enough structure. There were people dancing to music when we were there (Sunday about 4pm). There are quite a few homeless people on the main road and a couple of beggars too. Takes the shine off a bit.

Decent museum. I enjoyed some parts of the exhibition. The staff was remarkably friendly.

Modern art museum located in a beautiful post industrial building, A great space inside, and the collections was very well laid out. Several top artists along with lesser known.

I liked the collection and the temporary exhibition. However, the guards are following you everywhere and don't take their eyes off of you for a second. You feel watched by Gestapo agents...

Varied collection of contemporary art, about a 20+ minute walk from the old city center.

The building deserves a few more exhibts,unless the size of the building housing just a few(looking at times a bit lost)is done on purpose.

Good exhibitions, super friendly people working there. Very fair price, pay by cash.

As with every museum, your experience will depend on whether the temporary exhibition is your thing or not. It's very spacious and the permanent collection is great - which is also subjective of course. This was our second visit and unfortunately half the museum was closed because a new exhibition was being set up, but entrance was only €6 so no complaints.

The cathedral treasury is home of one of the most important collections of medieval European art, the site being a pilgrimage centre and home for Imperial coronations for over 500 years. As the name suggests, this building holds various artifacts from the cathedral ranging from reliquaries to triptychs to ceremonial accessories and also statues, ornamental jewellery and book covers. We probably spent 45 minutes inside and some of the art works, particularly the oil painted triptychs on oak were just awesome - every figure painted was an individual character and the detail and skill was just wonderful. Entrance was 10 Euros and it is the kind of place you can visit multiple times to just gaze in awe at human skill and ingenuity.

The Aachen Cathedral Treasury is one of Europe’s most important collections of medieval church art, reflecting over a millennium of devotion, craftsmanship, and history. Housed beside the UNESCO-listed Aachen Cathedral, the treasury preserves masterpieces from the time of Charlemagne through the Gothic era. Its highlights include precious reliquaries, exquisite liturgical vessels, and ornate manuscripts, many created to honor saints and safeguard relics central to medieval Christian worship. Among its treasures is the famous Bust of Charlemagne, symbolizing the emperor’s enduring legacy. Visitors can explore how faith, artistry, and imperial power intertwined in this remarkable collection, which remains a cornerstone of Aachen’s cultural and spiritual heritage.

The Aachen Cathedral Treasury is a breathtaking journey through over a millennium of history and faith. The collection is nothing short of awe-inspiring, holding some of the most significant religious artifacts in Europe, from dazzling reliquaries and ornate chalices to Charlemagne’s own relics. Each display is curated with care, offering detailed explanations that bring the pieces and the stories behind them to life. The craftsmanship of the medieval goldsmiths and artisans is simply mesmerizing, with intricate details that feel almost impossible for their time. Walking through the treasury feels like stepping into the pages of history, surrounded by treasures that have been preserved with remarkable dedication. Whether you are a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about the cultural legacy of Aachen, the treasury is an unforgettable highlight that pairs perfectly with a visit to the cathedral itself.

I can describe the treasury with one word “Incredible”. The place is a bit hidden, well not really, it is close to the cathedral, but it is not inside the cathedral like google maps says. It is on its surroundings. Look for the shop, in front of the shop there’s a ticket office, there you get your tickets (cash/card), right in front of the ticket office is the entrance to the treasury. If you arrive a bit over the closing hour, go quickly to the inner court or patio because it closes first. Take a quick look and then go to the treasury. The treasury is not that big, there’s the main floor which will take most of the time, it is about 6 rooms or so where you would find the main collection. Top floor has a bit more with some displays still being developed (at the time writing this review there were missing texts even in German), but I’d say is the half of the ground floor. The lower floor, like the basement consists of a big room with just a few things to see. I’d say the whole visit could take you 30 minutes to an hours. Depending on how interested you are, if you got an audio guide, and if you are doing a guided tour. Although not a long visit, I think it’s perfect. It goes right to the point, you see really incredible and unique treasure of the former Collegiate Church and current Cathedral of Aachen. If you go to Aachen this is a must. You truly can’t missed it and the price is also cheap, about €6 so no excuse.

Very interesting and well organised exhibition. There are some things written in English but not everything is translated, so I would suggest to improve that. Also, you have to leave your bags inside a locker (bring 1€ or 2€ coins as you need one of those to make it work; you’ll get it back), so bring your cellphone (pictures allowed), wallet and tissues with you. We took maybe 45 minutes here, before going to the Cathedral.

The best cathedral I have ever visited. It’s not a gigantic building but has a historical architecture. And I was impressed by the interior design. Its stained glass was amazing, delicately beautiful. Also its marble columns and mosaic murals were also remarkable.

You can almost miss the entrance, but if you leave the cathedral, walk away heading slightly right, past the toilet and 'gift' shop. Turn right at the corner. Walk up to the entrance on your right. You need to leave all your bags in a locker (€1 tunable refundable deposit), ppl under 21 are free. Really brilliant set of 'tresures' to view, plenty of info in English, but very interesting viewing regardless.

I was hoping that the museum would provide some history and context before we visited the cathedral, but it was a disappointment. Only one level was open in this large building and there was no access to the Marie tower, despite the glass connecting tunnel. Most of the artifacts are copies. We really would have appreciated a short film about the history of Aachen and Charlemagne. It’s been a very long time since I’ve studied about the Holy Roman Empire.

They have a English audio guide and that's really helpful and you can understand all the things and its very engaging if you are interested in exploring the history of aachen.

I retraced my steps from the morning to our first stop, the Charlemagne Centre. This museum showed the history of the city from pre Roman times through to the eighteenth century I think. There were some wonderful exhibits including a Roman glass drinking horn and Roman ear tweezers, a medieval crown, Arabic and Byzantine coins and some gospel covers. As well as exhibits there were various displays on events in the city such as the sack of the city by the Spanish to expel the Protestants in 1598, the 1656 fire that destroyed 90% of the old city, the change of borders in 1801 and 1815 and then 1918 and 1930 where the city moved between French and German control. The bombing and siege of the city in 1944 caused yet more large scale destruction. There were also sections on the importance of the city as a centre for scholarship and manuscript production and another section on Carolingian arms and armour. All good stuff! The displays had minimal descriptions in English but you could download an audio app if you wanted to. All of the media screens could be played in English. Entrance was 10 Euros and we were inside for about an hour.

Modern, well-structured museum that places Aachen’s history in context, from Roman times to Charlemagne and beyond. Nice timeline tying the exhibitions together.

The museum was very interesting, but half of the exhibits focused on the city, and the material specifically about Charlemagne was somewhat limited. Also, most of the commentary was in German. On a positive note, they have a nice coffee place.

I visited the exhibition on August 19 and, unfortunately, I would not recommend it. Upon arrival, I was disappointed that the receptionist made no effort to communicate in English, which made it difficult to understand the necessary information. I was only able to proceed thanks to the kindness of another visitor in line who helped translate. The exhibition itself was smaller than expected, and several of the interactive elements were out of order. Additionally, all the information and descriptions were only available in German, which made it hard to fully appreciate or understand the content as an international visitor. Given the limited experience and lack of accessibility for non-German speakers, I found the entrance fee quite high for what was offered.

An interesting city museum starting with the Romans to modern times. The focus is of course on Charlemagne. Who founded the city. His life and work is present everywhere in the city. The museum offers changing exhibitions. Plan for 2 hours.r

A historic building in the heart of Aachen, dating back to the 14th century. Its Gothic facade features statues of 50 kings, and inside, the Coronation Hall has murals about Charlemagne’s life. Visitors can also climb the Granus Tower for city views. The hall still functions as the city’s administrative center. A good spot to explore for those interested in history and architecture.

Our final stop was a quick visit to the Town Hall, Rathaus, an incredibly ornate 14th century Gothic building that incorporated some parts of Charlemagne's Palace and an earlier Roman building. There were weddings taking place while we visited but the rooms we saw were beautifully ornate and largely 19th century decoration. There were great views across to the cathedral and replicas of the Imperial German Regalia that are currently held in Vienna, including the Holy Lance, allegedly the spear of Longinus that was used to stab Jesus. We also watched archive footage of the results of Allied bombing in WW2 and the subsequent siege of the city until the Americans liberated it in 1944. I can imagine the restoration work was stupendous and the cathedral still bears the scars of war today. There is an information board in each room that includes a section in English. I'd allow 30 minutes for the visit and entry was 10 Euros.

The City Hall looks great from the outside, but I'm just going to talk about the huge sand arena in place for the summer. It's brilliant and such a great resource to have in a city centre. I wish more cities would do this. The kids loved it and we came back a second day.

Building looks good, but entrance fee is not worth it. Four plain square rooms to see downstairs which look fine but aren’t particularly interesting, and a small glass display of replica Crown Jewels upstairs.

Aachen Town Hall one of the most iconic and historical rich buildings in Aachen. Located in the heart of the city, it is not only a center of civic administration but also a symbol of imperial and political history. It's a must-visit for history buffs, architecture lovers, and curious travelers. It was originally built in the 14th century, with major renovations in the 16th wnd 19th centuries. One of the most famous features of the Rathaus is its Renaissance facade, built in 1625-1632. It features 14 standstone reliefs depicting Holy Roman Emperors, starting with Charlemagne. Severely damaged during WW2, the Rathaus was carefully rebuilt between 1949 and 1953, preserving its original architecture elements. The Coronation Facade was dismantled and stored during the war to protect it from bomb damage- a remarkable effort in cultural preservation. Still functions as the seat of local government and city administration. Hosts the Aachen Peace Prize. Have a good time in Aachen!

The city hall Aachen is the heart of the city. You can find "Rathaus Aachen", historical church of Aachen "Aachener Dom", and many restaurants, cafes and ice-cream shops, you can sit outside and enjoy the view. You are close to the shopping street of the city where you can find almost all fashion brands. You are close also to many hotels. You can easily take the bus from either "elisenbrunnen" or "Aachen bushof" to anywhere you want even to the Netherlands 🇳🇱 or Belgium 🇧🇪.

The City Hall is really pretty with a very historical exterior. If you visit Aachen, you will have to go there anyway. The bug hall in front is such a beautiful place to admire, especially on a sunny day.

Why I love it🎈🎉 Because it's one of only two surviving medieval city gates, built in the 14th century, it connects us directly to Aachen’s history. Since then, it has stood strong, a right-angled, three-storey fortress complete with portcullis, machicolations, and barbican—telltale signs of serious defense architecture. Today, it’s still alive, used by scout groups—so it isn’t just stone, but part of community life. Because it anchors the students’ quarter, it radiates quiet vibrancy and feels like the heart of this side of town. 🤏 Something tiny that you should know in advance ^^ And it lacks clear signage—history enthusiasts may feel lost unless they bring a guide or check their phone. And it’s minimal in comfort: no benches, café, or lighting—great for quiet reflection, less so for long visits. 🎙️ Real-life moments “When we walked under the arch, a local scout group was passing by—kids in uniforms, backpacks and all. It reminded me that this stone gate still breathes community.” “Pausing there, you imagine merchants and travelers filtering in centuries ago—this was their welcome gate.” 💡 Tips for your visit Go during golden hour—late afternoon light plays beautifully on sandstone and limestone. Bring your own context—a pocket guide or your phone unlocks stories about the portcullis, barbican, and moat. Combine it with a stroll—Pontstraße leads directly into the Altstadt; next stop: Elisenbrunnen, shops, cafés. 🎐✨️ Take away Summary: Ponttor doesn’t try to impress. It doesn’t sparkle—it whispers. For anyone who loves history mixed with everyday life, it’s perfect. No entry fee. No crowds. Just a gateway standing as Aachen’s medieval reminder—and still quietly relevant today. ⭐ Rating: 4.5★ Timeless architecture and living history > just a few missing info boards and seating. 📸 Should you go? Absolutely. Whether you're into medieval stones, scouting stories, or just want a peaceful pause before hitting cafés and boutiques—Ponttor’s got your vibe.

I drive by this pontor every day but this is the first time I check in here. Hope you guys enjoy Aachen!!!

I like historical spots; there is no much to do there but visiting the spot and taking some pictures; so, few minutes will be fine. But the Ponttor and also the Marschiertor are must see if you visit Aachen. Just, pass by and take some pictures. For me, the Ponttor was better, bigger area and with additional details, compared to the Marschiertor, though the Marschiertor is taller. The idea that these 2 gates are the remains of a once larger wall surrounding the city of Aachen and protecting it's occupants from raids and invasions, is just impressive!

One of the two remaining gates of the now gone city walls Aachen.

Not much to see here, however, it’s still a nice ancient gate for a cool photo. Also I wish i could get some written information to read more fun facts about this gate and educate my ignorant self a little 😊

If you are a fan of medieval architecture, this place is a must! It is a prime example of a city gate, one that you imagine while playing games or reading books. I saw it during a drizzle and really imagined myself being a peasant trying to sneak into the city past the guards and looking for the last coins to bribe them... If you are not fan of fiction, the gate will not fail to impress either.

Very nice and historical place, with many restaurants around

A lively and happening place for one and all, very close to Elisenbrunnen. City Town Hall and Aachen's Dom is just around. People visiting the area to spend time, for a cup of coffee or just for nothing. Plenty of shops and restaurants/eating place for all budgets. Wish to relax among crowd, one may visit this place and can spend 2-3 hours easily.

Old market square of Aachen. The city hall is also there. Is a nice area to chill and explore, many bars and restaurants also. During Christmas that's the main place to go.

Amazing medieval architecture, including the Dome, the City Hall and other smaller buildings within walking distance. Very good location for an interesting afternoon walk.

I were there at night. There are many restaurants and open during mid night 30-50 meter （just opposite of the City Hall building).

The place is very beautiful and worth a visit

Must pace to visit at Christmas time. So lively. Loved being there.

Nice place to see great part of eurepean history. Unfortunately not all of surrounding is really historical, but that's the price for location close to border and number or wars running over the city for last centuries.

It is really interesting museum - this topic will always be relevant for everyone. Whole exhibition is in German - too difficult for english speakers to understand everything. There’re few iPads which has english translation - still not enough to understand everything what is shown. Bathrooms are clean, there’s also a cloakroom and 1€ deposit lockers in which you can leave your belongings

Small museum, exhibits mainly documented history of newspaper

Nicely laid out and informative museum collection. Well worth the visit. Very helpful staff.

Interesting small museum about medias world wide

It's a small museum and explains how journalism and media works then how it is intentionally and unintentionally manipulated. Today the problem is the financial incentive to publish pieces that generate 'clicks' measured by the internet. Although not all of the display panels are in English there is more than enough screens and loudspeakers with explanations in English. They also respond to feedback: the manon the cash desk was very welcoming and helpful; the Guardian and numerous other UK papers are listed. Plea, please add Belgium's Le Soir. The warning from history is that when politicians have exercised control no matter how seemingly insignificant, it has invariably ended in oppression or worse.

Disappointing ! I was excited to visit this museum but walked away disappointed within 25 minutes. Basically there aren't a lot to see in this very small museum. Not an impressive collection: Mostly photocopied blown ups. Some interactive features but only scratched the surface of journalism. They do have an original print of J'Accuse ! by Emile Zola. which was the highlight of the visit.

Nice local museum about the history of newspapers and media as well as about propaganda and manipulating the news. Sometimes they have extra exibitions. I enjoyed it a lot. They usually participate in the events when the museums are free in Aachen so if you are local you could save a couple of euros when going on one of those days

Closed ??? No information about opening

Boring

(Translated by Google) Doesn't seem as old as it is... When you walk around the cathedral and come across this house, you immediately think: What a beautiful building. But when you find out that this house has been around for almost 1,000 years, it almost blows you away. (Original) Wirkt gar nicht so alt wie es ist... Wenn man um den Dom herum geht und dabei auf dieses Haus stößt, denkt man sofort: Was für ein schönes Gebäude. Aber wenn man dann erfährt, dass dieses Haus schon fast 1000 Jahre auf dem Buckel hat, dann haut einen das beinahe um.

(Translated by Google) The Grashaus in Aachen is a small historical gem – inconspicuous from the outside, yet a wealth of history lies within its walls. It was once part of the medieval city fortifications and served various functions over the centuries. The restored surfaces, the walls, and the details of the building tell of times when Aachen was economically and politically vibrant. Anyone interested in local history will get an authentic experience here. A guided tour is absolutely worthwhile to discover the hidden stories of the house. (Original) Das Grashaus in Aachen ist ein kleines historisches Juwel – unscheinbar außen, und doch steckt viel Geschichte zwischen den Mauern. Es war einst Teil der mittelalterlichen Stadtbefestigung und diente verschiedenen Funktionen über die Jahrhunderte hinweg. Die restaurierten Flächen, das Gemäuer und die Details im Bau erzählen von Zeiten, in denen Aachen wirtschaftlich und politisch pulsierte. Wer sich für lokale Geschichte interessiert, bekommt hier ein authentisches Erlebnis. Eine Führung dort ist absolut lohnenswert, um die verborgenen Geschichten des Hauses zu entdecken.

The Grashaus might not get as much attention as the cathedral or the Rathaus, but standing in front of it, you can feel that this building has seen a lot. It’s one of the oldest structures in Aachen, dating back to the 13th century, and was actually the first town hall before the current Rathaus took over. From the outside, it’s a stunning example of early Gothic architecture — rough stone walls, arched windows, and that distinctive medieval look that makes you imagine knights, torches, and town criers. Even if you can’t go inside, it’s worth pausing here. The façade has this quiet dignity, especially when sunlight hits the old stones and brings out the warm reddish tones. Unfortunately, when we stopped by, the doors were closed — they were setting up for an event happening in about two weeks. You could peek through the entryway and see some prep work going on, but no entry allowed that day. Still, it’s fascinating to think how this place evolved — from a medieval town hall to a modern “House of European History in the Middle Ages”, hosting exhibitions and cultural events.

(Translated by Google) I visited the Grashaus, Aachen's first town hall, built in 1267, once a year ago because the city archives are now located here. I can't really remember the inside of the building. But the old facade always fascinates me. Today the "European Classroom" is in the building - part of the Route Charlemagne, a board not far from the Fischpüddelchen provides information about the past and present of the building. (Original) Ich habe das Grashaus, Aachens erstes Rathaus, erbaut im Jahre 1267, vor Jahr und Tag einmal aufgesucht, weil sich inzwischen hier das Stadtarchiv befindet. An das Innere des Gebäudes kann ich mich nicht mehr wirklich erinnern. Mich fasziniert aber jedesmal wieder die alte Fassade. Heute ist im Gebäude das "Europäische Klassenzimmer" - ein Teil der Route Charlemagne, gibt eine Tafel unweit des Fischpüddelchens Auskunft über Vergangenheit und Gegenwart des Gebäudes.

(Translated by Google) Aachen's first town hall was built in 1267 on the "Gras", the grass square of the former courthouse in front of the cathedral. The prison used to be hidden behind the windowless ground floor of the building, which has only been preserved as a facade. The seven Electors (an Elector was one of the initially seven, later nine and finally ten highest ranking princes of the Holy Roman Empire, who had the exclusive right to elect the Roman-German king since the 13th century) above the windows ( copies) clarify Aachen's claim as a coronation city. Valuable archives of the city archives are now kept here. (Original) Op de " Gras " , het graspleintje van het voormalige gerechtsgebouw voor de dom , werd in 1267 het eerste stadhuis van Aachen gebouwd. Achter de vensterloze benedenverdieping van het alleen als gevel behouden gebouw verborg zich vroeger de gevangenis. De zeven keurvorsten ( een keurvorst was één van de aanvankelijk zeven, later negen en tenslotte tien hoogste vorsten in rang van het Heilige Roomse Rijk , die sinds de 13de eeuw het alleenrecht op de verkiezing van de Rooms-Duitse koning bezaten ) boven de vensters ( kopieën ) verduidelijken de aanspraak van Aachen als kroningsstad. Nu worden hier van het stadsarchief waardevolle archieven bewaard.

Amazing & well preserved considering all happened in history of Aachen. One of the several past city gates of Aachen, One of the Two remaining gates of Aachen (together with Ponttor), Although one of the biggest city gates of Western Europe but not well communicated about. Not even a small English info board next to it. Closed to public to enter. But Can be amazing to have public visit days to see inside, at least in summer. Apparently there is one day per year but not communicated well when! Very close to main train station, so can easily be the 2nd (after Hbf) touristic point in Aachen tourist visit route. A nice, same name, hotel next to it. A cafe next to it can perhaps revive this point if the city and let visitors travel through the history a little more. Nearest bus stations: Hbf (Hauptbahnhof) Misereor Alter Posthof There is a bench (not great quality though) across the gate in the park. With a nice view on the landmark. It’s the point I took the photo from.

The Marschiertor ("Marching Gate") in Aachen is one of the few remaining medieval city gates from Aachen's historic fortifications. It was originally constructed around 1340-1350, during the expansion of Aachen's seconr city wall. It is one of the last surviving fragments of Aachen's medieval city walls Its name, "Marschiertor", likely refers to marching soldiers - suggesting it was a military access point for troops heading to drills or patrols. Many locals walk or drive past it daily without realizing its age or significance. Today, it stands as a protected historical monument. In the 19th century, the area around the gate was associated with craftmen and weavers, key industries in Aachen's economy. Finally, the Marschiertor is a small but meaningful stop on a journey through Aachen's layered past. Hope you enjoy Aachen!!!

Standing within it doorway, you can imagine the hustle and bustle as people came and went from the city past this control point. Remarkably well preserved considering WW2 and 700 years passed.

The Marschiertor, also known as the Burtscheider Tor, is one of Aachen's two preserved city gates of the former city wall. Completed around 1300 as a five-story double-towered gate castle, it is one of the best-preserved city gates in Western Europe and has housed the Oecher Penn carnival society, founded in 1857, since 1964. There is room for 200 guests in the large armory. The second preserved gate is the Ponttor, on thecander side of the old town.

One of the main ancient city gates of Aachen...approx. 700 years old and is definitely one of the popular spots to visit in Aachen. Has a beautiful turreted top and indeed looks really good during the day and at night.

Great experience!!! This ancient door really makes you feel in middle age, good beginning in your travel to this very interesting city.

So much history! Really well maintened, very beautiful.

A very cute metallic sculpture that is fascinating. The puppets are mobile in some parts of their body and you can touch and ply with them freely. I was actually wandering around the city and found them by chance. Lovely thing to see in the middle of a shopping street. Recommend to see while in Aachen.

Dolls Fountain is a charming and whimsical public artwork. Officially titled "Puppenbrunnen - Bonifatius Stirnberg (1975)", it is a delightful example of modern urban sculpture that blends art, playfulness, and community spirit. Sculptor: Bonifatius Stirnberg (1921 - 2009), a renowned German artist and priest known for his expressive religios and public artworks. Type: Bronze fountain sculpture Style: Figurative, playful, slightly surreal. Description: The children are interacting with water This one invites interaction - especially from children. Often overlooked by tourists, but loved by locals, especially families from the neighborhood. It was restored in the 2010s to ensure the water system and bronze sculptures remain in good condition. It's a small monument to joy, childhood, and everyday beauty - a reminder that art doesn't always have to be solemn to be meaningful. Hope you love to enjoy Aachen!

It's a fountain, but it's very nice. The mettalic puppets that make it special are very cool, and kids will probably love this place, if I'm not mistaken you can move the puppets limbs a bit, to make it in different positions. If you are ever visiting Aachen, you should go take a look at it, it will make your day just a tad bit better, and you can plan it in so it's just on the way.

Good place near the cathedral. Small but iconic.

The 'doll fountain' opened in 1975 shows the story of the City and the people living there... Fun and worth a look when in Aachen.

A fountain with bronze puppets. Located very close to the Aachen Cathedral, it's a popular photo spot for tourists.

I'll admit that it is whimsical and certainly worth a look. A charming set of figures and masks are perched around the fountain which is somewhat hemmed in by the surrounding buildings.

Wonderful place to view Belgium, Holland and Germany from. Car parking at Bistro and acces to a viewing platform of the The Country Point. Get token from Bistro. We then walked up along the German Netherlands border up to Belgium. A real novelty. Good value for money. Both viewing platforms had lift access. Fantastic. Plenty more to do there too like the maze/labyrinth, walks of varying length around the woodland. Really recommend. Good value day out.

Beautiful place to see the borders of 3 countries. You should visit this place only if the weather is good without wind and rain. Otherwise you have not the best view.

The place is beautiful, wonderful, and quite cold as it’s high up on the mountain. We went by taxi and returned by bus to Aachen Hauptbahnhof. A cool spot to hang out, take pics, and enjoy nature. The view is amazing and the area is peaceful. Definitely worth a visit!

Was here for more than 20yr ago. That time only two bautas; the 3 point and highest point in the Nederland. Now the area has been well developed and we enjoyed the stay here. The view from the tower is fantastic, you can as long as your eyes reach. Bring your binoculars if you have. The tower also have the elevator, so also wheelchairs and other with walking problems can watch the nice view. They have also two restaurants, souvenir shop and the nice maze. Parking is also good, but the information how to get in is bad. No sign or instruction. This should be improved. Can warmly recommend this place.

It was an awesome experience , i went there twice already. The view on the hill is beautifull and you can stand on 3 countries in just a step 😍

Extremely HYPED of a place, even for only one time visit! Overly crowded on ALL days. It's shocking how 1000s of gullible people visit this super tiny little place. This "point" is situated in a middle of a narrow road with car traffic continuously flowing. Parking on the Belgian side is more expensive than parking on the Netherlands side (no surprises here!). Belgian parking costs 3.5 per hour, whereas Netherlands side parking costs 3 for the day. There are some places to eat. The Labyrinth is also one other attraction with kind of heafty entry fee (not value for money). My suggestion is to visit any other border points with way less crowd.

Well maintained historical place. Surprise is the fourth country which is not there anymore. This place is for all ages who would like to spend a complete day looking around.

I recently attended swimming classes at the Hallenbad Elisabethhalle swimming pool, specifically in the private pool designated for teaching. While I didn't use the main pool, I had extensive experience with the smaller training pool. **Private Training Pool Experience:** - **Size and Capacity:** The private pool is quite small, especially when there are around 10 people. It can feel crowded as we often had to wait for others to finish their laps before taking our turn. This can be a bit inconvenient during peak times. - **Depth and Facilities:** One of the highlights of the small pool is its 3-meter depth, which is excellent for practicing jumps. I learned the basics of jumping here, which was a valuable part of my training. - **Instruction Quality:** The instructor was excellent and highly professional. Although the instructor wasn't from the swimming hall itself but from RWTH University, the quality of teaching was top-notch. The course was very enjoyable and educational, making the overall experience quite fun.

Constructed between 1909 and 1911, it was named after the Empress of Germany at that time, Empress Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein. We didn't have time to go inside, but I'm sure it's beautiful.

How better enjoy a nicely preserved Jugendstil indoor pool than take a dip? Great experience - bring your swimming gear to Aachen!

Good place to learn swimming. Inc. adults

Super good looking swimming pool with friendly service. You can't really see there for larger distances and neither can you swim fast because old people block too much space.

The perfect destination for summers!! Staff is amazing!! Clean and hygienic area.2 Long hours and blue water pool is true love! Surely gonna visit again.

Historical building and in the centre of the city. Well maintained and coaching for kids are offered here... enough changing rooms and supporting staff..

Pretty statue that's easy to miss if you don't look around or intentionally look for it.

Legendary beast. Very nicely done.

Legend of Aachen monsters that are hiding in hot springs. Looking forward to attacking the intoxicated

Probably the most bad ass looking sculpure in Aachen

Mini Fountain

Nice piece of art!

(Translated by Google) The bronze figure of the Bahkauv (Old High German Bach calf) lurks on a bronze column with its mouth open, ready to jump. However, the fountain figure looks more like a big cat than a calf. There was once a waterhole here, which was created by hot springs running off the market. During the day, maids and poor people washed their laundry there. Bahkauv was a fictional monster in the city of Aachen in the Middle Ages. It is said to resemble a large calf with sharp teeth and scaly fur. It is said to scare drunken men at night and require them to carry it on their shoulders, making it difficult for the men to walk home. When the drunken men pleaded or prayed, the weight of the Bahkauv became heavier. If they ran away or cursed, then the burden became lighter. (Original) Die Bronzefigur des Bahkauvs (althochdeutsch Bachkalb) lauert mit geöffnetem Maul sprungbereit auf einer Bronzesäule. Die Brunnenfigur ähnelt jedoch eher einer Raubkatze als einem Kalb. Einst befand sich hier eine Wasserstelle, die durch das Ablaufen heißer Quellen vom Markt aus entstand. Tagsüber wuschen Mägde und arme Leute darin ihre Wäsche. Bahkauv war im Mittelalter ein fiktives Ungeheuer in der Stadt Aachen. Es soll einem großen Kalb mit scharfen Zähnen und schuppigem Fell ähneln. Es soll nachts betrunkene Männer erschrecken und sie auffordern, es auf ihren Schultern zu tragen, sodass die Männer es schwer haben, heimzugehen. Flehten oder beteten die betrunkenen Männer, so wurde das Gewicht des Bahkauvs schwerer. Fluchten oder schimpften sie, dann wurde die Last leichter.

Nestled in the heart of the city, just a stone's throw from the iconic Aachen Cathedral and Elisenbrunnen, Theater Aachen is not just a venue - it's a cultural powerhouse that has been entertaining, inspiring, and challenging audiences for over a century. Opened: 1906 Original name: Stadttheater Aachen The theater was inaugurated with performance of Richard Wagner's "Die Meostetsinger von Nürnberg" - a bold choice reflecting Aachen's love for grand opera and German cultural heritage. The main auditorium seats around 800 guests in elegant red velvet, with three tiers of balconies and a stunning ceiling fresco depicting mythological muses. Photography tip: The grand staircase and lobby are perfect for elegant photos - especially before a show when the chandeliers are lit. Each year, Theater Aachen presents: - Over 300 performances - A mix of classic and modern interpretations - Family- friendly shows and youth theater programs - Open House Days - free backstage tours, mini-performances, and meet-the-artists events (usually in spring) Book ticketd in advance for weekend performance - they sell out fast! And if you're visiting in May or June, dont miss the "Aachen Musiksommer", an open-air concert series hosted in collaboration with the theater. Hope you enjoy Aachen!

A small but very nice performing arts theater in Aachen city. There are a variety of performances done here including musicals, opera, skits, plays etc. The theater itself is pretty nice and is one of the most visited spots in the city.

a roman temple entrance style where the most artistic events take place in aachen. on your way to Elisenbrunnen

I saw the Opera 'Carmen'. The orchestra played perfectly, and the singers brought emotion in their voice and acting abilities. However, I felt slightly uncomfortable with the childrens 'Gender' theme, making it an unusual production. The lady at the ticket counter was very friendly and helpful.

i performed there last week. It was an awesome experience. The stage is big.Lighting is awesome. The halls are beautiful. Friendly staff.

This theater is truly magnificent. They have a great variety of performances and shows, and I particularly enjoyed the behind-the-scenes tours, which gave me a glimpse into the creativity and complexity of the theater. Even for tourists, it's worth taking a look at the building from the outside, as it is a beautiful structure located right in the city center.

Nice architecture. It's huge inside with a number of podiums. Performed there once. Was a great experience!

An amazing archaeological site that says that there were people living in Aachen dating back to 800 years ago. Isn't that awesome. The place is spectacular; it might have been more so were it not so teeming with junkie-/ bummer-looking guys around the place.

At the weekend too much people, because it’s a center of the city

This is an excavation site and the work is probably till going on underground.

Interesting stuff with historical story.

Its an egg shaped building when you see it from atop. Such windows, but smaller, are present in multiple places across Aachen including Town Hall, Cathedral etc.

Beautifully trip through ancient history.

Cool park in the center of the city

(Translated by Google) The building known as Haus Löwenstein, located at Markt No. 41, on the corner of Pontstraße in Aachen, was built parallel to Aachen City Hall and completed around 1344. Along with the cathedral and city hall, it is one of the few Gothic buildings to survive the great city fire of 1656. The original use of the house is unknown. The still-preserved Hohenstaufen cellar vaults, made of the same stone and in the same style as the slightly older Haus Brüssel directly across the street on the other side of Pontstraße, suggest that it may have been an inn or wine bar. Later, it served as a residence for wealthy Aachen citizens. It was named after Anna Löwenstein, its first known owner. The Löwenstein family was presumably a noble family whose name was originally Lewe. The suffix "Stein" arose because the house was made of solid rubble stone, unlike the buildings of that period, which were mostly constructed of wood and clay. In 1478, an undocumented Ida von Löwenstein is recorded as a resident. Later owners included Mayor Adam Munten, a canon, a banker, and a merchant. Furthermore, the house served as a meeting place for the Löwenstein guild and, during the Reformation period, as a place for Lutheran services. At the end of the 19th century, the Löwenstein House was merged with the neighboring Zum Wolf House, and together they received a neo-Gothic plaster finish in 1905. Since then, the Zum Wolf House has served as the shared entrance for both houses. Finally, in 1969, the city of Aachen acquired both houses and, under the direction of Leo Hugot, had them significantly restored and renovated in the 1970s. The facades of the houses were separated again, and the medieval structure of the Löwenstein House was re-exposed, and the coats of arms of the formerly independent territories that had been incorporated into Aachen were added. The entrance to both houses is still located in the Zum Wolf house and, as part of the restoration work, was decorated with a baroque bluestone portal that originates from the former monastery at Marienbongard and is dated 1758. (Original) Das unter dem Namen Haus Löwenstein bekannte Gebäude am Markt Nr. 41, Ecke Pontstraße in Aachen wurde parallel zum Aachener Rathaus errichtet und um 1344 fertiggestellt. Es ist neben Dom und Rathaus eines der wenigen gotischen Bauwerke, die den großen Stadtbrand von 1656 überstanden. Die ursprüngliche Nutzung des Hauses ist unbekannt. Die noch erhaltenen staufischen Kellergewölbe, die aus dem gleichen Stein und im gleichen Stil angefertigt wurden, wie im etwas älteren Haus Brüssel direkt gegenüber auf der anderen Straßenseite der Pontstraße, deuten darauf hin, dass es sich um eine Gaststätte oder ein Weinhaus gehandelt haben könnte. Später diente es wohlhabenden Aachener Bürgern als Wohnhaus. Benannt wurde es nach Anna Löwenstein, seiner ersten bekannten Besitzerin. Vermutlich handelte es sich bei der Familie Löwenstein um ein Adelsgeschlecht, dessen Name ursprünglich Lewe lautete. Der Namenszusatz Stein ergab sich, weil das Haus im Gegensatz zu den in dieser Zeit meistens in Holz- und Lehmbauweise gehaltenen Gebäuden aus festem Bruchstein bestand. Für das Jahr 1478 ist eine nicht weiter belegte Ida von Löwenstein als Bewohnerin überliefert. Zu den späteren Besitzern zählten unter anderem der Bürgermeister Adam Munten, ein Kanonikus, ein Bankier und ein Kaufmann. Darüber hinaus diente das Haus als Treffpunkt der Zunft zum Löwenstein sowie während der Reformationszeit als Ort für lutherische Gottesdienste. Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts wurde das Haus Löwenstein mit dem benachbarten Haus Zum Wolf vereinigt und gemeinsam erhielten sie 1905 einen neugotischen Putz. Seitdem befindet sich im Haus Zum Wolf der gemeinsame Eingang für beide Häuser. Schließlich erwarb im Jahr 1969 die Stadt Aachen beide Häuser und ließ sie in den 1970er Jahren unter Federführung von Leo Hugot maßgeblich restaurieren und sanieren. Dabei wurden die Häuser in der Fassade wieder getrennt und beim Haus Löwenstein die mittelalterliche Bausubstanz erneut zum Vorschein gebracht sowie die Wappen der ehemals selbständigen, zu Aachen eingemeindeten Gebiete eingefügt. Der Eingang für beide Häuser befindet sich weiterhin im Haus Zum Wolf und wurde im Rahmen der Restaurierungsmaßnahmen mit einem barocken Blausteinportal ausgeschmückt, das aus dem ehemaligen Kloster am Marienbongard stammt und mit dem Jahr 1758 datiert ist.

(Translated by Google) Löwenstein House (1344, 1905, 1973), Markt Square, 41, corner with Pontstrasse A late Gothic stone house, three-storey, with corner towers, crenellated walls and a hipped roof. Formerly a residential building, now the administrative building of the town hall and city council. On the southern facade, overlooking the square, between the windows of the second and third floors and on the edges of the corner towers, there are coats of arms of the former independent regions that were annexed to Aachen. At the corner of the house, between the first and second floors, on a pedestal and under a canopy, there is a figure of St. John of Nepomuk, dating from 1747. (Original) Кам'яниця Левенштайн (1344, 1905, 1973), пл. Маркт (Markt – Ринок), 41, на розі з вул. Понтштрассе (Pontstraße) Пізньоготична кам'яниця з тесаного каменя, триповерхова, з кутовими баштами, зубчастим завершенням стін (кренеляжем) та вальмовим дахом. Раніше житловий будинок, нині адміністративна будівля мерії та ради міста. На південному фасаді, що виходить на площу, між вікнами другого і третього поверхів та на гранях кутових башт зображені герби колишніх самостійних регіонів, які були приєднані до Аахена. На розі кам'яниці на висоті між першим і другим поверхом на постаменті і під балдахіном знаходиться фігура св. Яна Непомуцького, яка датується 1747.

(Translated by Google) The oldest surviving house in the city, built between 1344 and 1345. Since it is located opposite the town hall, when you look at the town hall it is worth turning around to see the facade of Haus Löwenstein, which is worth seeing (Original) Ältestes noch erhaltenes Haus der Stadt, erbaut 1344 bis 1345. Da es gegenüber dem Rathaus liegt, lohnt es sich, wenn man sich das Rathaus ansieht, sich auch mal zu der sehenswerten Fassade des Haus Löwenstein umzudrehen

(Translated by Google) The Löwenstein house was built on the corner of Marktplatz and Pontstrasse around 1344. It is the oldest house in Aachen and was named after Anna von Löwenstein. She was the owner of this house in 1478. Gothic Kreutstock windows, battlements and corner turrets are reminiscent of the medieval construction. (Original) Um das Jahr 1344 entstand das Haus Löwenstein Ecke Marktplatz und Pontstraße. Es ist das älteste Haus in Aachen und wurde nach Anna von Löwenstein benannt. Sie war die Besitzerin dieses Haus im Jahre 1478. GotischeKreutstockfenster, Zinnenkranz und Ecktürmchen erinnern an die mittelalterliche Bauweise.

(Translated by Google) Old facade of Haus Löwenstein - named after the first known owner. Nice to look at and from an era that you don't see much of in Aachen anymore: as old as the town hall. (Original) Alte Fassade des Haus Löwenstein - benannt nach dem ersten bekannten Besitzer. Hübsch anzusehen und aus einer Epoche, von der man in Aachen nicht mehr allzu viel sieht: so alt wie das Rathaus.

(Translated by Google) The Löwenstein House is the oldest in Aachen and dates back to 1344. (Original) Das Haus Löwenstein ist das älteste in Aachen und von 1344.

(Translated by Google) Wow a very nice old building. (Original) Wow ein sehr schönes altes Gebäude.

(Translated by Google) Great live concerts in the basement of the small, purely private and very committed museum! A gem among the stages in the Aachen area. International and national artists from jazz, classical and more. Great atmosphere, very close to the musicians. Small bar for before, in between and after. A really recommended TIP for Aachen. Tickets for the concerts can be bought in the classic way either directly at the museum or reserved by email. Tickets cannot be ordered directly online. (Original) Tolle Live Konzerte im Keller des kleinen rein privat und sehr engagiert geführten Museums! Kleinod unter den Bühnen im Raum Aachen. Internationale und nationale Künstler aus Jazz, Klassik und mehr. Klasse Atmosphäre, ganz nah dran an den Musikern. Kleine Bar für vorher, zwischendurch und hinterher. Ein wirklich empfehlenswerter TIPP für Aachen. Karten für die Konzerte kauft man ganz klassisch entweder direkt im Museum oder reserviert per Mail. Per Internet direkt bestellen lassen sich die Tickets nicht.

(Translated by Google) A gem in Aachen, carefully renovated and carefully furnished. And currently two exciting exhibitions. Definitely worth a visit! Special tip: Be sure to use the toilets! (Original) Ein Kleinod in Aachen, achtsam renoviert und sorgsam einrichtet. Und aktuell zwei spannende Ausstellungen. Auf jeden e been Besuch wert! Besonderer Tipp: Unbedingt die Toiletten aufsuchen!

(Translated by Google) Here Mr. von der Laage has created a really beautiful and recommendable museum! (Original) Hier hat Herr von der Laage ein wirklich sehr schönes und empfehlenswertes Muesum geschaffen!

(Translated by Google) Great exhibitions, super boogie concert! (Original) Tolle Ausstellungen, super Boogie-Konzert!

(Translated by Google) Great concert with the young bassist and singer from the Netherlands Peter Willems and Sabine Kühlich (vocals, saxophone and piano). Rarely have I had so much fun. The museum is also worth every visit; the graphics, engravings and pictures by Emil Orlik on display can confidently be called an insider tip. (Original) Grandioses Konzert mit dem jungen Bassisten und Sänger aus den Niederlanden Peter Willems und Sabine Kühlich (Gesang, Saxophon und Piano). Selten so viel Spaß gehabt. Auch das Museum ist jeden Besuch wert, die ausgestellten Grafiken, Stiche und Bilder von Emil Orlik kann man getrost einen Geheimtipp nennen.

(Translated by Google) A museum with a special flair. The great basement concerts have now achieved cult status! Only the city of Aachen doesn't seem to have noticed anything about it! (Original) Ein Museum mit besonderem Flair. Die tollen Kellerkonzerte haben mittlerweile Kultstatus! Nur die Stadt Aachen scheint davon nichts mitbekommen zu haben!

(Translated by Google) Very nice :) (Original) Sehr schön :)

Kino 9 The highlight of this Kino is the seating. Instead of individual seats, couches are provided, which are so comfortable to sit. The screen and sound were good, nothing exceptional. Even though the hall is small, the screen covers the visual angle, and henceforth, it is immersive. The WC is clean as well.

I visited Cineplex Aachen and had a good experience overall. The seats were very comfortable, and the sound and picture quality were excellent. The only downside was that they had already run out of salted popcorn when we got there — which was really surprising for such a big cinema in Aachen. You’d expect better stock management at a place like this!

Watched a few Indian movies here. The audio quality is so bad. The seats are smelling so bad. The screen is also not good. Maybe they have better screens and only German language movies are played in them.

Watched 3D movie, it was a great experience. 2G rule was applied.

The main cinema of Aachen in one its central and populated locations. I liked that they have several counters and sufficient staff members to deal with rush hour. The posters and standees are well placed so as to grab the customer's eye. The staff is quite friendly and guide you about the movie times and any additional services you might need. Easy to miss by in Elisenbrunnen the first time around. There are a variety of eateries, stores and services right outside the cinema premises. Its subsidiary, 'EdenPlast' offers the original version or the english version of movies.

You pay a movie ticket to watch more than 40 minutes of ads before the movie! You actually pay to watch the movie, not ads. With that quantity of ads, the movie should be free! Now the room: Worst seats ever. Even before the movie started (after 40 minutes of ads), you will already feel the discomfort of the chairs on your bottom. Sticky floor with smell of food, as if we were in a fast food restaurant. Please don't sell noisy or smelly food on a cinema! We want to listen to the movie, not the neighbor chewing the nachos. And the smell of the dipping sauce?!? Next time, I will bring some canned sardines for the pleasure of my neighbor nostrils. One extra start because the screen, image and audio quality are really good. We actually drove 2 hours to get OV UT (original version, WITHOUT subtitles) and we could get it.

Centrally located and best cinema theater in Aachen. Staff is friendly and supportive. Popcorn Nachos Drinks ice cream are all available options. Seats are comfortable but not very spacious....Theaters are sufficiently big enough. Parking space alongwith wheelchair accessibility..

Nice place to walk around and hear yhe legend about too. The dome looks like a juicier to me. During Xmas, the Xmas Market is just right in front. But I think it's also nice to visit outside of that time to be able to admire the building and surround hustle free.

Visited the Domkeller nearby, real ale at reasonable cost, proper pub!!

Nice place to walk around while exploring Aachen. It's a small but cute city if you're there with good weather 🤞

Great experience. Perfect walk on a great day. Coffee and restaurants all around. Very historic place and city center.

Nice square city centre with historical places

The best view on the Dom. Place for having a drink on the steps.

Lots of place to relax in. Restaurants , fountain.

After trying a few bars in Aachen, I find the taste of cocktails here the best!👍 Lemonades are also delicious. The ppl working here are friendly and detail oriented with cocktails, the bartenders are joyful and they will guide you to choose a cocktail if you don’t know which one to get. Going off menu is also an option and u may be surprised by a random drink❤️ Also good place for a selfie 🤳🤭

Really special cosy cocktail bar! For those who appreciate quality cocktails- they have a huge variety here including their own invented cocktails. Everything tasted amazing, no artificial tasting substitutes . We stayed for a few rounds and enjoyed chatting with the friendly bar owner who served us.

Good drinks, but extremely condescending, and unprofessional staff when it comes to customer service. Some policies are not disclosed in advance. I ordered a drink and wasn’t sure if I enjoyed the flavor and if it matched the description in the menu. I only took a sip, so the glass was full when the waiter came. I asked the staff, extremely politely, and apologized multiple times, if I could change my drink for another one. They said sure, offered me a menu, and took the first drink back without disclosing, that I would be charged for it. It is reasonable from a customer standpoint point to assume, that if the waiter agrees to swap the drink and offers to take it back, that it won’t be in the tab unless stated otherwise. Then when I had to close the tab and was understandably frustrated about this situation and having to pay for a drink, they themselves OFFERED to take back, the bartender was extremely condescending to me and didn’t have any empathy. He made me feel insane for being reasonably confused by this whole ordeal. He started pushing that I participated in a contract while ordering a cocktail, meanwhile he didn’t even clarify all the clauses of said contract . If the waiter just told me while offering to take my drink back, that I would have to pay for said drink, I would have just kept it and paid for it later. So I am not sure, if the argument about “the contract” even holds up, if the customer isn’t properly informed of its terms. I am aware I am not entitled to a free cocktail swap if the bar has a policy against it, but I am entitled to being told clearly and in advance, what I have to pay for. Lack of policy disclosure and retroactive charging felt extremely manipulative to me, especially for such an upscale presenting place. It felt like the staff deliberately withheld information, then overcharged me, and also made me feel stupid for being upset. Not all places have the same policies, a lot of restaurants take things back without charging in cases like this. If your policy leads to customers potentially paying for something unexpected, make this policy as clear as possible. Extremely disappointed, gin library used to be my favorite place in Aachen but this unprofessionalism and hostility from some members of the staff is a no-go for me.

Not only the best bar in town by far, but also much more pleasant and professional than many others in big cities. Staff and the owner are extremely kind and professional, the drinks are absolutely exquisite. Small, cosy atmosphere and very well priced. Overall a perfect experience, a must-try in Aachen.

Really well-made, original longdrinks and cocktails! Not cheap but well worth the price, as every drink is an experience. The service was really good, the waiters were attentive. Relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Will definitely go here again!

Super unique and amazing cocktails! The service was impeccable! They even give you some pretzels and cucumber water.

Went for drinks. Cocktails are well made and staff were courteous and professional. A little cramped but cannot complain much.

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately, the ponies are a bit stubborn and often stand still and you can't get them to run. Price performance is ok though. (Original) Die Ponys sind leider etwas eigenwillig und bleibe sehr of stehen und man bekommt sie nicht zum laufen animiert. Preisleistung ist aber o.k.

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately (or fortunately?) too few parking spaces, beautiful and cold, windy atmosphere. Lots of opportunities for short to long hikes. The Wurmtal has shown itself from its best side! (Original) Leider(oder zum Glück?) zu wenig Parkplätze,wunderschöne und kalte.Winderstimmung.Viele Möglichkeiten für kurze bis lange Wanderungen zu tätigen. Das Wurmtal hat sich von.seiner besten Seite gezeigt!

(Translated by Google) It looks very beautiful from the outside! I remember it as a ruin, too. It turned out great. (Original) Sieht von aussen sehr schön aus! Ich kenne es auch noch als Ruine. Toll geworden.

(Translated by Google) This is an over-renovated house, surrounded by a federal road and a motorway, which once had meaning. Today companies are housed there. Not worth seeing at all...unless you take a walk from there. (Original) Das ist ein überrenoviertes Haus, umgeben von Bundesstraße und Autobahn, was mal eine Bedeutung hatte. Heute sind da Firmen untergebracht. Überhaupt nicht sehenswert...außer man geht von dort spazieren.

(Translated by Google) After decades of being empty, it has finally been beautifully renovated. Unfortunately it is only used commercially, but it is a gem from Bauwerk! (Original) Nach jahrzehntelangem Leerstand endlich wieder sehr schön saniert. Wird leider nur gewerblich genutzt, ist aber ein Schmuckstück von Bauwerk!

(Translated by Google) Very nice contact, (the occasion was a birthday coffee) The horses make a balanced impression and the horse sense is still intact here 😉 (Original) Sehr netter Kontakt, (Anlass war ein Geburtstagskaffee) die Pferde machen einen ausgeglichenen Eindruck und der Pferdeverstand ist hier noch unverfälscht vorhanden 😉

(Translated by Google) I still know Kaiserruh when it was a ruin. And I think it's great what they did with it and how beautifully they rebuilt it. It used to be a real eyesore. And it fell apart more and more and in the end you thought that nothing would ever happen again. (Original) Ich kenne kaiserruh noch als es eine Ruine war. Und ich finde es großartig was sie daraus gemacht haben und wie schön sie es wieder aufgebaut haben. Früher war das ein richtiger schandfleck. Und es zerfiel immer mehr zum Schluß hat man gedacht das wird nie wieder was.

Very interesting museum, also for people with a serious interest in history and taxation. I just visited it for the second time. If you are lucky, former customs official Herr Cremer will give you a tour. He is a font of information; you can ask him anything about the art and science of implementing customs regulations. But he speaks German, and the many texts in the museum are also only in German. It is a formidable collection waiting for a better housing, and further elaboration on how borders once shaped this region, and on how the abolition of borders is shaping it now.

Great place to visit

(Translated by Google) Apart from the difficult opening hours, which is normal for a private exhibition, it is definitely worth a visit. Great exhibits, great bizarre parts, from the self-made submachine gun to uniforms and numerous pictures and maps. Furnished and operated with a lot of love. (Original) Abgesehen von den schwierigen Öffnungszeiten, was normal ist bei einer privaten Ausstellung, ist es auf jeden Fall einen Besuch wert. Tolle Exponate, tolle skurrile Teile, von der selbstgebauten Maschinenpistole über Uniformen und etlichen Bilder und Karten. Mit viel Liebe eingerichtet und betrieben.

(Translated by Google) Not been inside. Light next to the bus stop to Aachen. If you go by bus, buy a mini group ticket, then you can go to Aachen with 5 people for 10.60. This is return! (Original) Niet binnen geweest. Licht naast de bushalte naar Aken. Voor wie met de bus gaat, minigruppen ticket kopen, dan kun je voor 10.60 met 5 personen naar Aken. Dit is retour!

(Translated by Google) Great and amazingly diverse exhibition. Mr. Dinninghoff's tour was very interesting, very well designed, answered all questions and was also very entertaining. Historically, locally and socially informative! (Original) Großartige und erstaunlich vielfältige Ausstellung. Die Führung von Herrn Dinninghoff war sehr interessant, sehr gut gestaltet, beantworte alle Fragen und dazu auch sehr kurzweilig. Geschichtlich, lokal und gesellschaftlich informativ!

(Translated by Google) A small, often overlooked or underappreciated gem is the Friedrichs Customs Museum. Inconspicuous from the outside, a huge wealth of historical objects and information was collected in the surprisingly spacious rooms of the old customs station. This is much more than a customs museum, but also a museum for border history. The second highlight is the tour. Very personal with lots of anecdotes, the focus is always set depending on the respective audience and its composition and wishes. You can take many tours without having seen everything. Very easy to reach with the express bus 44, which runs between Aachen and Heerlen. (Original) Ein kleines, oft übersehenes bzw. zu wenig gewürdigtes Juwel ist das Zollmuseum Friedrichs. Von außen unscheinbar, wurde in den erstaunlich weitläufigen Räumen der alten Zollstation eine riesige Fülle an historischen Gegenständen und Informationen zusammengetragen. Das ist viel mehr als ein Zollmuseum, sondern auch ein Museum für Grenzgeschichte. Das zweite Highlight ist die Führung. Sehr persönlich mit vielen Anekdoten werden Schwerpunkt immer neu abhängig vom jeweiligem Publikum und dessen Zusammensetzung und Wünschen gesetzt. Man kann viele Führungen mitmachen, ohne alles gesehen zu haben. Sehr gut mit dem Schnellbus 44 zu erreichen Der zwischen Aachen und Heerlen fährt.

(Translated by Google) A very extensive and interesting collection. Well worth a visit. A good command of German is required, however. The museum can only be visited with a guide. Unfortunately, the tour is too short to see everything. The museum is currently in a rather difficult situation. As you can probably guess, a financially difficult situation. I hope it all works out well and the museum stays open for many years to come. I will definitely return. (Original) Zeer uitgebreide en interessante collectie. Zeer de moeite waard om te bezoeken. Een goede kennis van de Duitse taal is echter vereist. Je kunt het museum alleen onder begeleiding van een gids bezoeken. De rondleiding is jammer genoeg te kort om alles te zien. Het museum zit momenteel in een nogal lastige situatie. Je kunt het wel raden, een financieel lastige situatie. Ik hoop dat het goed afloopt, en het museum nog vele jaren open mag zijn. Ik ga zeker nog een keer terug.

(Translated by Google) The " Roman Porticus " gives the court in Aachen a special flair . As a reminder of Aachen's Roman past, the remains of a colonnaded hall stand in the courtyard surrounded by small cafés and restaurants. There was once a Roman building here bath and temple district. (Original) De " Romeinse Porticus " verleent het hof in Aachen een bijzondere flair . Ter herinnering aan het Romeinse verleden van Aachen , staan op het met kleine cafés en restaurants omringde hof de resten van een zuilenhal. Ooit bevond zich hier een Romeins bad - en tempelwijk.

(Translated by Google) ... yes ... quite a decorative piece. But why is it there...? (Original) ... ja ... ganz dekoratives Teil. Aber warum es dort steht ... ?

(Translated by Google) Roman portico - is an old historical sight in the city center. A piece from the viaduct. (Original) Römischer Portikus – ist eine alte historische Sehenswürdigkeit im Stadtzentrum. Ein Stück aus dem Viadukt.

(Translated by Google) Curious, integrated, it is difficult to realize that it is (Original) Curioso, integrado cuesta darse cuenta de que está