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Aachen

A pure source of impressions.

The ancient German town is known for its thermal springs, as well as its beautiful architecture and tranquil atmosphere. When a city is over a thousand years old, even the stones breathe with legends, folklore, and mysteries. And spending Christmas in the ancient city of Aachen will be a true discovery because there are no celebrations quite like it anywhere else...

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Luxurious baroque and stylish Gothic architecture, a lively student atmosphere, and modern approaches to welcoming tourists—these are the three priorities that attract guests to Aachen. And there are also thermal springs like the hot Schwertbad. The healing water helps prevent a dozen diseases.

If a sanatorium is not of interest, you will enjoy the famous historical monument, the Carolus Thermen. And it's far from being the only one. The Aachen Cathedral is renowned for its museum collections housed within it.

The City Hall and many other medieval buildings are constructed on stones and foundations of houses and temples from the early Middle Ages. After all, it was here that Charlemagne built his castle twelve centuries ago, the tower of which remains one of the architectural landmarks of the city. And the cultural prize named after Charlemagne is awarded right here. The associated events turn Aachen into a place of pilgrimage for thousands of guests.

If you want to experience a real Christmas fairy tale, come here at the end of December. The colorful lights on the huge Christmas tree in the middle of the historic square, the aroma of hot wine and sweet gingerbread created from special recipes, turn this fairy tale into reality. That's Aachen—calm and bustling, joyful and contemplative, medieval and modern...

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Tips for tourists

The residents of Germany carefully respect personal space. It's not necessarily a specific rule, but even in queues, they try not to stand too close to each other. It's simply a gesture of courtesy that guests should take into account. However, it is quite common to smile at strangers.

Street phones in Germany allow you to make calls to any city in the world. There are telephone directories available. Some machines accept credit cards, while others mainly accept coins or special calling cards. Smart machines provide change if the duration of the call does not exceed the payment amount.

Be sure to try the gingerbread cookies, which are most popular during the Christmas holidays, but you can find them anytime. This treat is a local pride.

Population

260 454

Time zone

UTC+1, in summer UTC+2

Language

German

Currency

Euro

Tours to Aachen

You can go to Aachen at any time of the year, here each season has its own charm. The cheapest tours will be, of course, at the end of autumn and at the beginning of spring, when it is damp and cold in this German town. You can invest 400–500 EUR and save even more, taking into account possible discounts on tickets and hotels.

But if you want to buy a ticket in the height of Christmas or in the middle of the summer season, you will have to try. Just for this purpose, there are last-minute tours that you can pick up close to the trip or book ahead of time.

Recreation can be varied here. Walks in the old center, spa treatment and prevention in Karlovy Thermae, museums and a market where you can buy everything your heart desires - all this can be found in Aachen.

And the best packages combine all the priorities of a magical German city. If you choose last-minute options, the price of travel will drop by 200–300 EUR even at the peak of Christmas, any of the festivals or the hot summer period.

You will see the treasures of Charlemagne with your own eyes, and the ancient history of the city will unroll the medieval scrolls with truly German stiffness, expecting admiration and awe.

There are cheap hotels and restaurants here, and the famous Aachen gingerbread is good at any time of the year. Don't let the cost of tours intimidate you, visit tripmydream to find out all the secrets of budget travel.

Interesting places in Aachen

The city is not too small, but the pedestrian routes in Aachen are mainly concentrated in the area of the historic center. You can walk through the old streets in a few hours and you will probably want to linger at exhibitions and museums. Excursions in Aachen can cover a much wider range of attractions. Tourists even visit the spa area, as the Carolus Thermen offer an opportunity not only to heal but also to admire the antiquity.

Aachen's Cathedral

At the base of the cathedral is a chapel built in the 9th century by Charlemagne. Treasures that are more than two thousand years old are exhibited here.

Aachen Town Hall

Levenstein

This is the oldest dwelling house in the city. The construction of the stone dwelling tower dates back to the middle of the 14th century.

Sparrow Fountain

A small drinking fountain in the city center, symbolizing all the richness of Aachen's thermal springs.

The Baths of Aachen, or Carolus Therme

Columns, swimming pools, a green ring of trees around and the opportunity to improve your health make this health resort a landmark of the city.

Christmas Fair

It's Christmas time, the place is downtown, and there's plenty to do for adults and children alike. Lots of treats, entertainment, and shows.

Tierpark Aachen

A small zoo with a rich and interesting collection of animals and birds. There is an opportunity to feed them.

Akl Libanesisches Restaurant

Tasty and varied food, European and Oriental dishes, and the check starts at 5 EUR, you can dine for 15-25 EUR.

Am Knipp

You will find German cuisine, simple and hearty dishes, beautiful medieval interior. You can eat for an average of 15-25 EUR.

Estor Restaurant

French and German cuisine, great service, vegetarian recipes and a check that starts at 12 EUR.

HILDEGART

Cozy, small bar, delicious wines and cocktails, music for every taste. There aren't many 24-hour bars in Aachen, but many are open until late at night.

Travel budget

Flight ticket prices

Despite the proximity of many airports to Aachen, it is most convenient to travel through Dusseldorf. Be prepared for one or two transfers. The average ticket price for this route starts from 200 EUR. You can try to find more economical routes and flights from low-cost carriers, but it is difficult to find tickets cheaper than 180 EUR. You can also consider flying through the Netherlands or Belgium, but German airports are still more convenient and flights are slightly cheaper here.

The best hotels in Aachen

There are plenty of comfortable small hotels in Aachen with a three to four-star rating. In the city center, you can find several cozy apartments. The average room cost is around 60 EUR, but during Christmas, prices almost double. For four-star hotels, you can expect to pay starting from 90 EUR. Hotels located close to thermal springs tend to have higher prices, and it is advisable to make a reservation in advance due to high demand.

The cost of vacation

You can have a more affordable vacation in Aachen compared to Berlin, especially if you're not visiting during Christmas. However, accommodation prices in Aachen are generally higher, and finding very inexpensive places to stay can be more challenging. On average, you can expect to spend around 400-500 EUR per person for everything, including a three to four-day stay, visa, flight, accommodation, restaurants, and basic sightseeing tours. By utilizing the tripmydream service, you can save up to 100 EUR and explore various financial saving options.

The budget for a trip to Aachen
Visa	35 EUR	Flight	from 200 EUR
Accommodation	From 40 to 90 EUR and up	Average bill in a restaurant	12–50 EUR
Transport fare	From 2 EUR	Excursion	From 50 EUR
Total: about 1570 EUR for a week for two people

Aachen: tips for tourists

Would you like to visit Aachen during Christmas or during the award ceremony of the Charlemagne Prize? Or simply learn about all the features of vacationing in this town? You can check out the pages of tripmydream and find out everything you need.

Visa to Aachen

The maximum stay for tourists is 90 days within 180 days.

Airport

The nearest airports are in Maastricht (Netherlands) and Liege (Belgium). Aircraft of domestic flights of the European Union arrive here. Much more international flights are received by the German airport in Düsseldorf (about 90 km from Aachen) and the Belgian airport in Brussels.

Transfer to Aachen from the airports

No matter which airport near Aachen you fly into, the easiest way to get to the German town is by bus. And the railway communication here is well developed, the Paris-Cologne line passes through the city. The city is practically on the border of three countries (Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium), so you can fly to any of them.

Aachen public transport

The ASEAG transport company operates in the city, buses run along circular routes that capture the city center. They run frequently, every 15 minutes, and cost from 2 EUR. There is also a taxi, the fare starts from 10-15 EUR. Intercity communication is represented by buses and the railway.

Car rental in Aachen

For rental you will need a passport, credit card, international driver's license. Age - from 19 years old, many companies traditionally prefer - 21 years for drivers. The average price of rental is from 20 EUR per day. You can rent a car at the railway station or in city rental centers.

Security in Aachen

Tourist Aachen is quite a safe and respectable German city. Of course, there are many students and tourists from whom, as usual, you can expect anything. And during fairs, you should carefully monitor personal belongings and pockets.

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