The imposing structures of Aachen Cathedral on one side and the city hall on the other tower over the Katschhof square. Against this unique historic background, the square is brought to life with numerous events. Experience the special atmosphere here during the Christmas market, the annual “Domspringen” pole-vaulting competition or the old city flea market.
Get away from it all in the middle of city hustle and bustle
On the Katschhof square, which used to connect the Marienkirche church built by Charlemagne and his great palace hall, you’ll find the Centre Charlemagne, Aachen’s new city museum. Here, you can immerse yourself in the history of Aachen. From the stairs of the city hall, you also have a unique view of Aachen Cathedral. The atmosphere in the square is unbelievably peaceful – a real retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Aachen has even more museums and collections
Büchel-Museum
Privat museum in one of the oldest town houses of Aachen
Zollmuseum Friedrichs (customs museum)
A look back at European border history
NAK. Neuer Aachener Kunstverein
The local art scene in Aachen
Abteischatz St. Johann
Church treasures of St. Johann-Baptist in Burtscheid
CHIO Aachen-Museum
A journey of discovery through Aachen’s equestrian sport history
Minichamps-Museum
Model history of the Minichamps label
Bibliothek der Sammlung Crous (Crous collection library)
History of the city of Aachen and the surrounding region
