Aachen Altstadt, Medieval district in Aachen, Germany.
The old town contains numerous fountains, narrow streets, and preserved buildings from different architectural periods around the central market square.
The district gained prominence in 1165 when Emperor Frederick Barbarossa granted Aachen its city rights, establishing its status as a free imperial city.
Aachen Cathedral, located within the old town, served as the coronation site for German kings from 936 until 1531, marking its historical importance.
Visitors can access the old town through designated parking areas and public transportation stops, with information centers providing multilingual guidance.
The district contains the Aachen Cathedral Treasury, which holds the collection of religious artifacts connected to Charlemagne's reign over the Frankish Empire.
Location: Aachen
Inception: 1165
GPS coordinates: 50.77543,6.08379
Latest update: May 15, 2025 07:49
Aachen Cathedral
76 m
Palatine Chapel
93 m
Aachen Throne
87 m
Cross of Lothair
84 m
Karlsschrein
90 m
Aachen Cathedral Treasury
81 m
Klenkes
64 m
Couven-Museum
82 m
Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt
19 m
Puppenbrunnen
61 m
Marienschrein
84 m
Granus Tower
67 m
Barbarossa chandelier
76 m
Proserpina sarcophagus
80 m
St. Foillan Church
88 m
Hühnerdieb
68 m
Centre Charlemagne
71 m
Postwagen
81 m
Pala d’oro
82 m
Pipe organs of Aachen Cathedral
76 m
Haus Monheim
90 m
Spatzenbrunnen
107 m
Quirinusbad
100 m
Haus zum Mohren
90 m
Altes Komödienhaus (Aachen)
8 m
Hühnerdieb
68 m
Paradiesbrunnen
55 m
Haus zum Lindenbaum
96 mReviews
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