Aachen Cathedral Aachen, Germany

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.

North Exterior under Stormy Skies — 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. Image credit: Holly Hayes

Location map of Aachen Cathedral, Aachen, Germany.

Quick Facts on Aachen Cathedral

Go Historic ID

248402

names

Aachen Cathedral

Aachener Dom German

Kaiserdom German

Pfalzkapelle German

location(s)

Aachen, Germany

Postcode

52062

date(s)

790