Location: Aachen
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Best known as the capital of Charlemagne's Frankish empire, today's Aachen sits at the juncture where Germany meets the Netherlands (the Dutch know it as Aken) and Belgium (where "Walloons" call it Aix-la-Chapelle). But Aachen's history goes back even further than 8th-century Charlemagne. Roman soldiers dating back to the 1st century AD cherished its hot springs (as did Charlemagne, who loved a good spa day just as much as the next guy). Aachen Cathedral, northern Europe's oldest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's main attraction.
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1. Aachen Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,659 reviews
Reviewed By karan06011955 - Bengaluru, India
Any structure that speaks about historical facts and figures are always interesting. Aachen Cathedral is no exception. The Gothic architecture is too evident in the structure. Tall minarets, high domes with stained glass paintings and large doors welcoming you... with quiet interiors. The Dom Cathedral of Aachen was built by the great Emperor Charliemagne and his body is buried here.. There are many more religious leaders and Kings are also buried here. In that sense this is almost like a holy place with so many historically famous and those who have been associated with Infant Jesus, - the infant jesus cloth was sbelieved to have been brought by Emperor Charlie... Its said that the Loin cloth of Jesus was also brought by him It is an important pilgrimage stop. Its indeed an architectural marvel embedded with historical facts that makes it extremely interested.
2. Markt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 571 reviews
Reviewed By MaryKateNI19 - Brussels, Belgium
We had heard that the Aachen Christmas market was one to definitely see. It was indeed. We spent 3 hours walking about, stalls, church’s and shops full of people enjoying the Christmas season. The market goes from one area down through the streets, a mulled wine will keep the adults warm and the children’s merry go round will keep them happy too. Lots to see.
3. Frankenberger Park
4. Werksverkauf Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By Marcwez - Weymouth, United Kingdom
Lindt chocolates!! What more can I say........ The selection is huge, prices are good compared to the high street and they have plenty of empty boxes for you to put all your goodies into!! We had driven over to Aachen from England, this outlet store is easy to find and it's got free parking. It was an ideal time of year to visit for Xmas presents etc, also just up the road there's another outlet store selling gingerbread products, biscuits etc made by Lambertz, this is well worth visiting too.
5. Katschhof Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Tiberiu_Baranyi - Timisoara, Romania
As you walk from the Dome of Aachen towards the Markt on your left side you will see the Katschhof Square - I recommend you stop in this square for a few minutes and a few pictures is definitely worth it. What you will see: - on one side is the Aachen Cathedral - on the other is the Rathaus Both iconic buildings of Aachen can be seen in this square (and that's why I said - "Middle of Aachen"), so is definitely the spot for you to take some great pics. In one of the building in the side it the The Charlemagne Center - Museum (if you have the time and you are into history I recommend you go to the Museum - I did not have the time at this visit). Overall is a square I recommend you include in your tour of Aachen.
