![Generali insurance building, © Johannes Höhn Generali insurance building, © Johannes Höhn](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/esjhoeazhze-/generali-insurance-building.jpg)
Hello, I`m Aachen.
Glad you are here.
My diary is thick and heavy. I've experienced, participated and seen so much and I’m quick to get into a chatty mood. Surely you can understand that, right? But don't worry! You certainly won't get bored on a walk with me. Even the Romans loved my hot springs! And Charlemagne quickly realized that he could rule an entire kingdom from within me. How grateful I am to him today that he had this magnificent cathedral built which, in my opinion, is rightfully considered a World Heritage Site. And that's not a boast! But please, don't reduce me to just my past. Because even today, I definitely still cut a good figure! Oh, and please let me tell you the following: Here, you’ll meet more than just engineering students.
How would I describe myself? young & wild.
You're only as old as you feel, right? I’m definitely more than just alive and kicking! Because behind my history-charged façade, there are quite a few corners that also make the here and now quite attractive. May I start things off by inviting you to an ice cream? Next item on the agenda: Whatever you feel like! Interested in enjoying the sun shining on a green meadow in the shade of the castle? How about going on a photo tour? After all, the pastel facades of old buildings in my district of Frankenberg are quite pretty to look at. And then there is this one, a very special building that has blossomed into a real shooting star. Stay tuned – isn’t that what people say these days? I really have some sights in store for you and my numerous cafés and restaurants are also happy to get to know you. So, feel free to take a little more time for me, you won't regret it!
![Hotel Europa on the Südstraße , © Johannes Höhn Hotel Europa on the Südstraße , © Johannes Höhn](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/dfuc8g7_ow0-/hotel-europa-on-the-suedstrasse.jpg)
![Ice cream factory, © Johannes Höhn Ice cream factory, © Johannes Höhn](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/f5s0u9hkiyq-/ice-cream-factory.jpg)
![Ponttor , © Johannes Höhn Ponttor , © Johannes Höhn](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/qhzk8yy_6_4-/ponttor.jpg)
Hey, look
Wanna take a glance?
- Hotel Europa on the SüdstraßeJohannes Höhn
- Ice cream factoryJohannes Höhn
- PonttorJohannes Höhn
- Frankenberger districtJohannes Höhn
- ElisenbrunnenJohannes Höhn
- Frankenberger ParkJohannes Höhn
- Generali insurance building, glass tunnelJohannes Höhn
- Aachen Cathedral & Centre CharlemagneJohannes Höhn
A reservoir with a special atmosphere
![Marcel Schmitz eats ice cream every day., © Ralph Sondermann, Tourismus NRW e.V. Marcel Schmitz eats ice cream every day., © Ralph Sondermann, Tourismus NRW e.V.](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/mhnzh9cl4j4-/marcel-schmitz-eats-ice-cream-every-day.jpg)
![Stauweiher Diepenbenden, © Lutz Alexius Stauweiher Diepenbenden, © Lutz Alexius](https://www.nrw-tourism.com/images/cpl7bcrjeiy-/stauweiher-diepenbenden.jpg)
For me, the Diepenbenden reservoir is the perfect place to relax and get away for a moment. The location of the lake is very idyllic - hidden in the middle of a forest and surrounded by beautiful hiking trails. When you've had enough exercise, I recommend the "Haus am See". Their terrace sits right by the waterside, and it is a great place to unwind.