Aachen Cathedral Aachen, Germany

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View of Aachen Cathedral from the north on a stormy winter afternoon. The Palatine Chapel is in the center, connected with the westwork by a bridge; the Gothic choir is on the left. Holly Hayes all photos →

Commissioned by Charlemagne in 786, this is the oldest cathedral in Northern Europe. A graceful Gothic choir was added to the Carolingian core in the 15th century. Inside are several major relics and early medieval artworks.

Location map of Aachen Cathedral, Aachen, Germany. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Aachen Cathedral, Aachen, Germany. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Aachen, Germany 52062
Coordinates
50.7747334° N, 6.0818498° E map · aerial
Date(s)
790

Article Info

Page Title
Aachen Cathedral
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 29, 2023