Picture of Aachen
Caption: Citytripping in Germany? Go to Aachen. This city lives and breathes Europe. You could say it's Europe in miniature. There are many beautiful landmarks and especially during the holidays, it’s a very cozy city to travel to. There are Christmas vibes all over and just as in many other German cities, there is are wonderful ‘Weihnachtsmarkt’ to wander around at. The city Aachen is Germany's most westerly city and it’s situated directly on the border with Belgium and the Netherlands. Aachen is home to splendid historical and modern sights! Winter highlights of Aachen
Video of Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt
Caption: The Aachen Christmas market is known and loved for its exceptionally cosy, almost family-like atmosphere. It’s the place where people meet during lunch breaks, after work and of course during the weekend. A ride on the carrousel is a must for children, as is drinking glühwein for adults. Potato pancakes are covered at any time of the day even as Printen and other Christmas pastries like ‘dominosteine’, ‘lebkuchen’ and ‘spitzkuchen’.
Video of Nobis Printen e.K.
Caption: If you say Aachen, you say Aachener Printen. It’s a specialty from the city and you should definitely try it! Somewhat similar to gingerbread, they were originally sweetened with honey, but are now usually sweetened with a syrup made from sugar beets. There’s one place in Aachen that can’t miss out when it comes to the Aachener Printen: Nobis Printen. Whether soft or firm traditional printen, dessert printen, bite-sized printis or Aachen cathedral tops with marzipan, you can find them all at Nobis Printen! And then we haven't even mentioned the wonderful Christmas atmosphere.
Video of Motel One
Caption: Weekend getaway in Aachen? Then Motel One is the place you want to stay. This design hotel is ideally situated right at the heart of the city. From here, you can reach all the city’s main attractions in no time, such as the Elisenbrunnen, Aachen Cathedral, and the countless shops, cafés and bars. The hotel has a beautiful interior and it’s an affordable place to stay in Aachen.
Video of Ghorban Delikatessen Manufaktur Aachen
Caption: If you know us, you know we love wine and delicacies! So no wonder we went to Ghorban Delikatessen in Aachen. They sell and serve the best antipasti, olive oil, balsamico, mustard and jams and tasty dips. Have a seat at Ghorban Delikatessen, pick a good wine and choose some delicious bites.
Video of Elisenbrunnen
Caption: The Elisenbrunnen is one of the most popular sights in Aachen. This impressive Neoclassical building is built in 1827 and houses fountains of water piped from the natural hot springs for which the city is known. The water reaches a temperature of 53°C. The unpleasant smell, based on the high sulfur content of the water, shouldn’t keep you from visiting the Elisenbrunnen, because the water is said to have a medicinal effect. Would you dare to take a sip?
Video of Aachener Dom
Caption: The Aachen Cathedral is located in the middle of the old city center. It is one of the most popular sights in Aachen. The building was commissioned by Charlemagne in the 8th century. The central octagonal part, which now serves as the nave of the church, was built in the Byzantine architectural style. During the Second World War, the Dom remained largely undamaged as one of the few German historic buildings. In 1978, the church was the first German monument to be placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. A historical and cultural sight that can’t be missed in Aachen.
