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Did you know that, according to legend, the devil attacked the city of Aachen not once, but twice?! Or that the French stole the Charlemagne statue? If you've never heard these stories, don't wait; book this self-guided audio tour now to discover dozens of fun facts about Aachen!
Follow the route and listen to each audio commentary in your earphones. You can even answer quizzes to test your knowledge about the city!
With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations:
With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: Marschiertor, Theater, Elisenbrunnen, Cathedral, Puppenbrunnen, Town Hall & Granus Tower, Charlemagne Statue & Market Square, as well as Ponttor.
With this activity, you'll get access to a 40-minute-long audio commentary.
Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided audio tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Go to the first station (Marschiertor) or start your tour wherever you like. Follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email to access your audioguide.
Itinerary
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You will start your tour at the Marschiertor: with our audioguide, you'll learn all about the city of Aachen and this city gate.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
You will continue your visit at the Theater and learn more about its history, thanks to your audioguide. You can also answer quizzes in the app.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Elisenbrunnen is the symbol of the thermal city of Aachen. You will learn all about the thermal water and how it was discovered.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The cathedral is the most famous monument by the city. Built by Charlemagne, it is however associated with a famous legend. Listen to your audioguide to learn more!
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
The Puppenbrunnen is a famous fountain in Aachen that can be moved. Answer quizzes in the app and learn more about it in your audioguide.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The City Hall of Aachen hosted numerous coronation banquets. Listen to your audioguide to learn more about its history. You can also answer quizzes in the app.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Facing the Town Hall, the Charlemagne statue commemorates the "Father of Europe". You will learn more about Charlemagne and his impact on Europe.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will finish your self-guided tour at the Ponttor, the second remaining city gate of Aachen.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a walking tour: anyone can join
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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