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Offered languages
- German
- English
Dive into the disrespectful, indestructible heart of Aachen. This is not a tour of emperors and cathedrals; it is a journey into the border soul of the city – a unique cultural identity, shaped by the toughness of the working class, cross-border trade, and a wonderfully cheeky sense of humor. Through the lens of the local dialect, Öcher Platt, you will discover how deformed little fingers became an emblem of honor, how Napoleon accidentally changed a gingerbread recipe, and why the locals fought tooth and nail to keep the statue of a naked toddler. Join us to discover the vibrant, breathing language of the streets.
- 2.0 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 84 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in identity, migration & globalization and society & everyday life
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Aachen main station with local public transport towards Klenkes Monument. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the Klenkes Monument. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from the restaurant Am Knipp to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Aachen main station. The starting point is the restaurant Am Knipp. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Klenkes
A monument to the "Klenkes" (the raised little finger), the universal greeting of Aachen, which is rooted in the industrial past of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A statue dedicated to the city's famous gingerbread-like pastry and showing how the local dialect survives in food culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A well with a naked toddler holding two fish – a symbol of the very special Aachen humor and the resilience of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A well that immortalizes a famous local folk song in Öcher Platt and highlights the musicality and storytelling tradition of the dialect.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A traditional puppet theater that exclusively performs in Öcher Platt and keeps the dialect alive through the clever character Schängche.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
One of Aachen's oldest traditional pubs, representing the modern survival and the social fabric of the Öcher Platt.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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