Von-Halfern-Park

Von-Halfern-Park is an English garden in Aachen featuring artificial waterways, grottos, temples, and towers spread across roughly 10 hectares. The space includes numerous walking paths and recreational facilities such as bocce courts and an archery range.

Friedrich von Halfern, a textile manufacturer and banker, commissioned city gardening director Heinrich Grube to design this English-style park after 1875. The creation reflected the 19th century movement toward designed landscapes that combined cultural and botanical elements.

The park was designed in the 19th century with plants from three continents, reflecting the era's fascination with exotic botany. Visitors can discover rare tree species like Amber trees and various spruces that shape the landscape today.

The grounds are easy to explore on foot with marked paths throughout different sections. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and allow time to explore both the natural features and built structures within the park.

The founder attempted to recreate the mythological Norse world tree Yggdrasil within the park grounds. Surplus plants from this botanical experiment were sold to the neighboring Kaiser-Friedrich-Park, creating a living link between the two gardens.

Location: Aachen

GPS coordinates: 50.75140,6.05722

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:01