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North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Städteregion Aachen

Monschau

View of Monschau and Monschau Castle from the Panoramaweg

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Städteregion Aachen

Monschau

View of Monschau and Monschau Castle from the Panoramaweg

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Location: Monschau, Städteregion Aachen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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1. Monschau Market Square – Monschau Old Town loop from Rohren

11.4km

03:16

260m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Shelter and Stream Crossing – Monschau Old Town loop from Imgenbroich

20.3km

05:49

450m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Monschau Old Town – View of Monschau from Kierberg loop from Monschau

4.06km

01:07

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Claudine en Robert🇧🇪🚴

November 6, 2022

The castle of Monschau was probably built at the beginning of the 13th century. In the middle of the 14th century, the complex was extended and enclosed by mighty ring walls and ramparts. This almost impregnable fortress of the Counts of Jülich was besieged by Emperor Charles V in 1543 with heavy artillery and finally captured, the city was sacked. The castle was only restored to expand the weather complex of the lower castle. The Frenchmen confiscated the castle as a national asset and sold it. However, the private owners were unable to maintain the extensive complex. They had the roofs demolished in 1836/37 in order to be freed from the tax on buildings. The castle quickly fell into ruins. It was not until the turn of the century that the province tried to stop the decline. The castle was secured, repaired and renovated. After the First World War, a youth hostel occupied the west wing. The castle of Monschau as a "youth castle" thus remains lively and inviting. Christo even packed it in 1971, and it is a highlight of Monschau when the castle and town are lit up. In summer, the inner courtyard of the castle becomes the atmospheric backdrop for the "Monschau Festival". Then the performances of renowned artists and renowned orchestras transform the fortress into a real Mecca for music fans. There is a youth hostel in the castle. Unfortunately, for this reason, the building cannot be visited. But a visit to the courtyard and the fantastic view of the city are also worth it!

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Joe Outside

April 18, 2022

Monschau is a town in western Germany, near the Belgian border. It is known for its medieval center with half-timbered houses and narrow cobbled streets. Monschau Castle towers over the city with its towers and is a venue for open-air concerts. The Red House, a home of a wealthy cloth manufacturer built in 1752, contains luxurious antique furniture and a carved oak spiral staircase. Not far from the city is the Eifel National Park with hiking trails.

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Thomas, nur echt mit Hut🤠

April 8, 2022

Monschau is a super beautiful old town with many winding streets and sights

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Location: Monschau, Städteregion Aachen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

View of Monschau and Monschau Castle from the Panoramaweg

1. Monschau Market Square – Monschau Old Town loop from Rohren

2. Shelter and Stream Crossing – Monschau Old Town loop from Imgenbroich

3. Monschau Old Town – View of Monschau from Kierberg loop from Monschau

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