Aachen Cathedral
Aachener Dom · Aachen-Mitte
Roman-Catholic cathedral in Aachen, Germany
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:36
Welcome to Aachen Cathedral, one of the most remarkable and historically significant architectural monuments in Western Europe. Located in western Germany near the border triangle with the Netherlands and Belgium, this majestic…
Listen in the app2Wolf's Door and Westwork3:46
As you stand before the westwork of Aachen Cathedral, you are gazing upon one of the most remarkable bronze masterpieces of the Carolingian Renaissance, the famous Wolfstuer or Wolf's Door. Cast in Aachen around the year eight…
Listen in the app3Carolingian Octagon3:44
Standing inside the Carolingian Octagon of Aachen Cathedral, you are surrounded by the oldest vaulted structure built north of the Alps since classical antiquity. Designed by the master architect Odo of Metz and constructed…
Listen in the app4Throne of Charlemagne3:22
Situated in the western gallery of the upper floor known as the Hochmuenster, directly opposite the choir, stands the ancient stone Throne of Charlemagne. Between nine hundred thirty-six and fifteen thirty-one, no fewer than…
Listen in the app5Gothic Choir and Pala d'Oro3:21
Extending east of the Octagon stands the breathtaking Gothic Choir Hall, constructed between thirteen fifty-five and fourteen fourteen under the leadership of Mayor Gerhard Chorus and the Marienstift canon monastery. Enclosed by…
Listen in the app6Cathedral Treasury2:53
Welcome to the Aachen Cathedral Treasury, universally regarded as one of the most important and extensive ecclesiastical treasuries in northern Europe. Housing an extraordinary collection of sacred artworks accumulated over more…
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Welcome to the Katschhof, the historic public square situated directly between Aachen Cathedral and the Aachen Town Hall. As you stand in this picturesque square, you are occupying the very heart of Emperor Charlemagne ancient…
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What is Aachen Cathedral?
Aachen Cathedral is a place in Aachen-Mitte with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Aachen-Mitte |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 21 min 45 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 50.7747, 6.0839 |
| Last updated |
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