Brand Travel Guide
Aachen
Popular places to visit
Aachen Cathedral
Visit one of the oldest cathedrals in Northern Europe to see a fascinating collection of medieval art and admire the church’s stunning architecture.
Aachen Town Hall
Built on the ruins of Charlemagne’s palace, this town hall is regarded as a masterpiece of Gothic and Baroque architecture in Aachen.
Katschhof
You can find out about the history of Aachen with a visit to Katschhof. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen
You can find out about the history of Aachen when you stop by Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Hauptstadion
You can take time to visit Hauptstadion during your travels to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
RWTH Aachen University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit RWTH Aachen University during your trip to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Things to do
Aachen English Self Guided Audio Tour on your Phone
Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Private Audiobook Audiobook City Rally around Limburg Cathedral
Top hotels in Brand
B&B Hotel Aachen-Hbf
Great location. 5 mi walk to trains and restaurants. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Aachen
Dit was ons tweede verblijf hier. De kamers zijn proper met een goede douche. Gratis minibar wordt dagelijks aangevuld Ideale ligging voor de kerstmarkt. Bovenverdiep voor lekker ontbijt is mooi en met een mooi uitzicht.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Novotel Aachen City
Overall very good, but Breakfast was very basic for the price.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Aachen
Very good and did everything necessary
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Dorint Hotel Düren
Breakfast amazing
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Mercure Hotel Aachen am Dom
We enjoyed our stay at Mercure Hotel Aachen. The room was clean and staff quickly responded to our request for extra pillows (we originally only had one each). All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was good. Not much noise outside considering how busy the Christmas markets were, ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brand
Frankenberg Quarter
Though Frankenberg Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aachener Zoo and Marschiertor.
Aachen-Mitte
Aachen-Mitte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aachen Cathedral and Aachen Town Hall.
Pontviertel
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pontviertel and surrounding area, you can visit Ponttor and Aachen Town Hall.
Preuswald
Though Preuswald may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dreilaendereck and Drielandenpunt.
Laurensberg
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Laurensberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Hauptstadion or New Tivoli Stadium.
