Sightseeing in Aachen - what to see. Complete travel guide

Aachen offers its guests to visit the best gastronomic facilities, each of which is distinguished by different original dishes. Oebel bakery is very popular among tourists. During the …
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Many people call Aachen the city of students. The reason for this is in the fact that the local technical university attracts young people from different countries. There are always many …
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Perhaps, beautiful cathedrals and churches remain the main attractions of the city. There are 27 religious places of interest in total in Aachen. Aachener Dom Cathedral is the most notable …
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Survived castles around Aachen
♥ Castle 'Castle Blomendal' , 6.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 15.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 21 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 21.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 27.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Blomendal' , 6.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 15.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 21 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 21.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 27.1 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Aachen
♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 65.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 90.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Eifel' , 96.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 119.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 65.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 90.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Eifel' , 96.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 119.6 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Aachen from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Hershtrasse in Bonn
From the series “Top 13 Most Fantastic and Colorful Streets and Quarters”
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Distance from Aachen center - 69.7 km.
As a general rule, cherries blossom in mid-April. That largely depends on the weather conditions. Travellers who are lucky enough to visit Bonn in that precious time have an opportunity to take pictures of the beautiful historic buildings in cherry blossom and stroll through the most romantic live tunnel in the world. There are numerous historical sights on Heerstrasse. Popular shops and restaurants are situated there, so guests could stay in this picturesque place for a few hours. It's also worth noting that the street is very popular among photographers. …
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Kolner Rathaus
From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
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Distance from Aachen center - 63.3 km.
During the reconstruction of the basement there were found ruins of the ancient Roman buildings. Today all rebuilt elements of the historical buildings are open for everyone. Another peculiarity of the Kolner Rathaus is the musical instrument that makes wonderful melodies with the toll. It has appeared in the town hall in 1958. This construction has 45 bronze bells. A lot of people come to listen to the sound of them. …
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Kolner Dom
From the series “The Most Iconic Temples in the World”
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Distance from Aachen center - 63.2 km.
The well-known architect Gerhard has worked at the Domprojekt. As the legend tells, the devil helped him. This was the only way to explain the construction of such a grand architectural project. Every day, more than 20,000 people visit the Cologne Cathedral, which is to be graced by its magnificent interiors and the golden sarcophagus with its main sanctuary. The latter is a real masterpiece of jeweler art. For the decoration of the sarcophagus thousands of precious stones were used. In the cathedral there are also other sanctuaries - the Gerokreuz and the Milan Madonna, a unique statue from the 13th century. All those who are interested can climb up the Domgipfel and enjoy the panorama of Cologne, for which only 509 steps have to be overcome. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
The project organizers note that the new Kyoto hotel is perfect for both business and leisure. Just to remind you, the opening of the Roku Kyoto hotel took place in the city in 2021. The luxury hotel also never ceases to amaze guests with its exquisite atmosphere and variety of services. It is close to famous attractions like Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Shozan Resort Kyoto Pavilion is a short walk from the hotel.
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29.09.2023
The project organizers note that the new Kyoto hotel is perfect for both business and leisure. Just to remind you, the opening of the Roku Kyoto hotel took place in the city in 2021. The luxury hotel also never ceases to amaze guests with its exquisite atmosphere and variety of services. It is close to famous attractions like Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Shozan Resort Kyoto Pavilion is a short walk from the hotel.

29.09.2023
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