Aachen Travel Forum

Which are the possible modes of transport from Aachen to Bremen? What are the ticket rates and the duration of travel?

Myself and a friends are going to be in Maastricht soon and we want to hop the bus to Aachen and over indulge in beer. I have made this journey many times but normally I have dinner and maybe do a bit of shopping but never just for purpose of drinking lots of beer. Can someone give me some ideas of some pubs that might not be so popular with tourist but rather will more locals? I know my way around Aachen pretty well but as stated just never focused on searching for such beer halls ect.

This bonehead didn't catch the layover in Aachen when he booked the trip. I'll be heading to Brussels. Any suggestions? All night coffee shop where I won't get hassled? Can't miss the train at 6.45. Don't want to wander the streets like a vagrant. Is there a nearby place to check in for a few hours? That accepts people so late at night? Can't believe I did this. Sign me -

The Chump

Guten Tag! Who knows any antiquarian book shops in Aachen or Philatelic shops, ie. places for stamp collectors, postcard collectors, etc.? Also, anyone have any good tips on a Braeukeller? Danke recht herzlich, Stephn

We are a family of four ( two children, and two adults). We plan to spend the month of august in or in the vicinity of Aachen-Maastricht.We are looking for furnished accomodations. Can somebody give us some ideas ??

meno

While I was in Aachen a couple of years ago, I took a picture of the ceiling in one of the small chapels. I don’t remember which one it was and was hoping someone would know. The picture is located on my Germany page. http://members.virtualtourist.com/vt/stfr/19920/

Thanks so much!
Erin

Hello !
I have to guide Aachen and I'm looking for the history of Kaiserbad (at the Hof square). I'm looking for the History from the Celts and the Romans and Charlemagne. How was the structure of that building: was there a library, ....
Can someone help me or know a good website?

thx!

Does anyone know of a good psychiatrist or psychologist in Aachen? I need an E-mail address and phone number- it is for a friend of mine who will be there this summer. Thank you.

Hi!

I wanted to know how can one get to Aachen from Bonn. while taking the train, one has to apparently, change the train twice. in this case, would it be better to take a bus?

Also, the tourism section there has a "casual programme" to cycle from Aachen to Maashtricht. Has anyone taken that? If so, what is the cycling like? is it difficult? I dont cycle regularly... so would that be a problem?

Apart from this what else should one do in Aachen for say a day?

Looking forward to your inputs!!

Thank you

Hello,

I found the timetable of the Veolia-operated Bus No.50 from Aachen to Maastricht in the Netherlands. Does anybody know the price for the travel? I tried looking it in the AVV website, but they do not show the international prices.

Thank you very much for your help.

Best,
Venelin

Hi,

Would anyone have an idea where to leave a car for a few days near a rail station in Aachen? Not necessareily Hbf. This should be safe neighbourhood, but preferably with free parking. I see that Aachen-West is close to the University, anyone knows if this area is safe?

Thanks, Matt

Hi, I am in Aachen for work and I'm not familiar with German yet. I'm looking for the names of a few gyms, mostly interested in cardio machines and weights. Are there chains here like North America? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Danke,
Kathy

I am traveling to Aachen in a couple of weeks to shoot a short film which requires a scene at a cafe or motorway service station. I was wondering if there is a place on route that anyone knows about that I could contact to set this up? We are going to visit next week in order to recce the locations and are trying to organise things this end!

Many thanks! Kate.

I am traveling to Aachen in a couple of weeks to shoot a short film which requires a scene at a cafe or motorway service station. I was wondering if there is a place on route that anyone knows about that I could contact to set this up? We are going to visit next week in order to recce the locations and are trying to organise things this end!

Many thanks! Kate.

Will you be open on Dec. 23rd, a Saturday. If so, what are the hours? Also, is there a tour or just an outlet to shop for chocolate?

I want to bring home chocolate to many people for gifts, and I'm wondering if there's a different chocolste shop than Leonidas to choose from. I think I'm going to give some people chocolate from Hema, because I think it's actually quite good, but nice boxed chocolates would be nice as well.

TIA

I'm the Queen of Stupid Questions......... self crowned of course!

Does printen keep for a long while, or does it go bad in a week or even a couple of days? It sounds like it might be a harder cookie type thing, but the pics don't look all that hard. I was wondering if it would be suitable for gifts that wouldn't be given until a couple weeks after purchase.

I'm considering these two hotels for my one night stay in Aachen next Thurs. night. Both seem to have a good location, but I'm wondering if anyone here is familiar with them? I'll be arriving in town by train and leaving the next day by car. I'll do some exploring and want to be near the city center so I can walk where I want to go.

Any input would be appreciated.

What's the easiest way to get to Aachen from Brussels? I'm flying in on the morning of Sept. 28 and plan to take the train into town and explore until maybe late afternoon and then go to Aachen to spend the night. What station do I need to get to in order to catch a train to Aachen? I'd prefer it if I didn't have to switch trains between the two cities. Do trains run at all hours, or will I have a problem if I don't leave Brussels until later? About how much does it cost in €'s?

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

I'm going to be spending the night in Aachen the evening of Sept. 28. I'm surprising my daughter who lives in the Netherlands, and her husband will bring her to Aachen along with my new grandson. I want to have him go to a really great toy store that my daughter and I had gone to last year in the center of Aachen. It was three stories total if I remember right and it was fabulous. My daughter loves toy stores and it shouldn't be too hard for my sil to talk her into going there.

What I want to know is what's the name and address of the store. I want to make sure my sil goes to the right place and I also want to try to find a reasonably priced hotel within easy walking distance of the store and the centrum.

Does Aachen train station have lockers available for temporary storage of luggage (just a few hours)? Not small items, but suitcases. Is this something that is available in most German stations, at least the larger ones?

Hello,

This weekend I'm going to Aachen.
I would like to know where I can buy replica designer handbags in Aachen.
Is there also a turkish area in Aachen?

Thanks for your reply!

belgian greetings, Liesbet

Hello,

This weekend I'm going to Aachen.
I would like to know where I can buy replica designer handbags in Aachen.
Is there also a turkish area in Aachen?

Thanks for your reply!

belgian greetings, Liesbet

We -a Danish family (parents and three children) who are looking for a cheap hotel or bed and breakfast near Aachen and the motorway for one night (30/6) as we are going to Paris by car and want to stay overnight near Aachen.
Our eldest daughter has a learning disability so we would prefer a quiet place if possible.

prices around 20-25 euro per person

Thanks for a prompt response.

Lene Elsig dalgaard

My husband and I are moving to Aachen in January 2007. We have a Siberian Husky that we are planning on bringing with us...Can anyone give me any information regarding pets in Aachen??? Are there restrictions in weight??? Is there someone that we must contact and inform of our pet???
Thank you for your help and time!!!

Hello
I would like to visit my friend in Trier. I am in Aachen and searching bus connections to Trier. Could any one help me? Where can i find infos?
Thanks

Hello Everyone,

My family and I (myself, my wife, and 3-year old son) will be relocating to Aachen in mid-October (i.e. in the next two weeks!) for a six-month contract with my employer. I will be arriving first in mid-October in order to get everthing set up and my wife and son will follow at the end of November. I would appreciate any assistance and/or information you would be able to provide me with related to the following:

1. I will be looking to rent a flat for the six-month period. Where do I start in finding a flat? How much should I be budgeting based on the criteria below:

- Public transportation within walking distance to take me to Charlottenburger Allee 61 (my employer's office site).
- Close to pre-school for my son.
- Close to shopping and food markets for my wife.
- 2-bedrooms
- furnished/service including all utilities, kitchen utensils, bed linens/towels, tv/dvd, stereo, etc.
- extendable should my stay be extended
- nice area
- approximately 80+ square metres
- fitness facility within walking distance (preference - not required)

2. Bank account - I need to open up a bank account there. Any suggestions? What is the process and what information will I be required to provide?

3. Address for local "foreigners" or "alien" immigration office for me to obtain my work permit/visa.

4. Is there a website that I can view/download a public transportation route map? What is the cost for a monthly bus pass?

5. Any suggestions for pre-school for my 3-year old son?

6. How do I obtain a phone line? Internet access? Suggestions on provider companies?

7. Mobile phone - how do I obtain a local SIM card for my phone? Suggestions on provider companies?

8. Nice (but also reasonably priced) hotel to stay at for the first week while I locate a flat.

9. Any other pertinent information you feel I may require in order to make my relocation more comfortable.

Thank you so much for your assistance and I look forward to hearing from you and potentially meeting some of you during my stay :)

Amyn

I know this is a bit early but as we are travelling from the uk things have to be booked and arranged in advance.
could anyone please let me know of any good hotels to look at also places to eat and any places of interest we are staying in Aachen for 3 nights
Thank you
keith liverpool uk

Looking for a club/bar that plays live music.

Thanks.

During Christmas holiday I will go to the Aachen with friends, could you please give me some advice of the trip in this city ? We only have 1 day, so what's the highlight of Aachen?