Europaplatz, Aachen

Europaplatz, Aachen

Europaplatz is located in the northeastern part of the Aachen city centre. In the middle of the roundabout you will see a striking, large fountain and the flags of the 27 Member States of the European Union raised around it. When the sun goes down, the fountain with its night lights presents a splendid view and welcomes all travelers, from the direction of Cologne, the Netherlands and Belgium.

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Europaplatz on Map

Sight Name: Europaplatz
Sight Location: Aachen, Germany (See walking tours in Aachen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Aachen, Germany

Create Your Own Walk in Aachen

Create Your Own Walk in Aachen

Creating your own self-guided walk in Aachen is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Aachen's Historical Buildings Tour

Aachen's Historical Buildings Tour

Evolved from an ancient Roman settlement, Aachen is one of the oldest and most historic cities in Germany. At one time it served as the capital of Holy Roman Empire. Today's Aachen is just a small city yet with a very rich history and stunning architecture. Despite being heavily damaged during World War II, some of its historical buildings have survived to our days courtesy of the strenuous...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Aachen Introduction Walking Tour

Aachen Introduction Walking Tour

The area that is now home to Aachen has been occupied since at least Neolithic times. The mineral springs have drawn people here for eons, and historians have found evidence of settlements from the Bronze and Iron Ages. In those days, the area was settled by the Celtic peoples. They probably came here to worship Grannus, god of light and healing.

The Romans built the town as a spa resort...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles