--- title: "Münsterplatz" url: "https://charlie.aachen-tourismus.de/en/poi/muensterplatz" description: "Münsterplatz opens up directly in front of Aachen Cathedral and forms a tranquil counterpoint to the narrow streets of the surrounding old town. Standing here, the square feels like a small stage on which the UNESCO World Heritage Site appears particularly impressive. The open space allows you to take in the architecture and observe the changing light. At the edges, façades are reminiscent of earlier times, including the historic front of a building that once replaced the Elisabeth Hospital and now houses the Schmetz City Library at the cathedral. Despite its central location, the square exudes a pleasant serenity and invites you to pause for a moment before continuing your stroll through the old town." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/607185/2f69fd6d429ea02c4fc363d0930898a0cc175c9a8c45f7d100b8d31999b0741b/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Aachen > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- ShareBookmark Bookmark Münsterplatz ============ - Historic town centre Kleine, ruhiger Platz mit Geschäften und Außengastronomie und zwei Bäumen. Gepflasterter Platz mit einer historischen Säule und großen Bäumen in der Mitte, durch die die Abendsonne scheint. Rechts sieht man einen Teil des Aachener Doms. Münsterplatz Aachen: a square that gives space to the cathedral Münsterplatz opens up directly in front of Aachen Cathedral and forms a tranquil counterpoint to the narrow streets of the surrounding old town. Standing here, the square feels like a small stage on which the UNESCO World Heritage Site appears particularly impressive. The open space allows you to take in the architecture and observe the changing light. At the edges, façades are reminiscent of earlier times, including the historic front of a building that once replaced the Elisabeth Hospital and now houses the Schmetz City Library at the cathedral. Despite its central location, the square exudes a pleasant serenity and invites you to pause for a moment before continuing your stroll through the old town. Read more Good to know ------------ Eligibility - for Groups - for individual guests Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities The Münsterplatz is located in the middle of the old town of Aachen, right next to the Aachen Cathedral. Read more Social Media Read more Author aachen tourist service e.v.Markt 45-47 52062 Aachen Organization aachen tourist service e.v. License (master data) aachen tourist service e.v. This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Market - Guided tour/tour - Exhibition - Place of interest - Historic town centre - Historic site - Historic town centre - Tours 128.20 km - Regional bike tour Contact Münsterplatz 52062 Aachen