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Städteregion Aachen

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Städteregion Aachen

The Top 20 Castles in Städteregion Aachen

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in Städteregion Aachen. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Wilhelmstein Castle

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Wilhelmstein Castle and the Wurmtal valley around it are always worth a visit. A very historical place.

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View of Monschau and Monschau Castle

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Beautiful view of the old town from the frame mountain.

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Frankenberg Castle

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Whether you want to visit a museum, just spend time in the park or attend an event, there is plenty of variety here.

More information at frankenberger-viertel.de.

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View of Monschau and Monschau Castle from the Haller Ruins

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When the weather is nice, one of the most beautiful vantage points on Monschau.

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Stolberg Old Town

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The small squares and alleys of the old town are picturesque.

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Historic Center of Seffent

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The origin of the name "Seffent" goes back to "Septem Fontes" - seven sources

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Kinzweiler Castle

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The von Palant family is considered to be the builder of the Kinzweiler castle complex, who acquired the Kinzweiler estate together with two existing moths in 1420 from the heirs …

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Stolberg Castle

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Stolberg Castle - history in the heart of the city

Stolberg Castle rises on a steep limestone cliff in the middle of Stolberg's old town in Stolberg (Rhineland) in the …

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Stolberg Old Town

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The old town is characterized by the so-called blue stone used here and extracted in nearby quarries.

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Haus Palant

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Although Palant Castle was only first mentioned in documents in 1456, historians see the property as the starting point for the creation of Weisweiler, as the complex probably dates back …

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The Top 20 Castles in Städteregion Aachen

Wilhelmstein Castle

View of Monschau and Monschau Castle

Frankenberg Castle

View of Monschau and Monschau Castle from the Haller Ruins

Stolberg Old Town

Historic Center of Seffent

Kinzweiler Castle

Stolberg Castle

Stolberg Old Town

Haus Palant

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