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Local gems in Aachen

Aachen holds plenty of quieter rewards beyond its famous cathedral. The Elisengarten offers a relaxed pause in the city centre, while the Stadtgarten provides a green escape away from the busiest streets. Pontstraße captures everyday local life alongside its café and bar culture, and the Domhof gives an unhurried, close-up view of the cathedral from a less-visited angle. The Annakirche and Bilal-Moschee reflect the city's religious diversity. Further afield, the border tripoint where Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands meet and the King Baudouin Tower reward those who venture out. The Markt, Town Hall and Café Belle Vue complete a city well worth exploring at your own pace.

33 places · Aachen, Germany · Editorially curated