International Newspaper Museum, Aachen

Name: International Newspaper Museum
Address: 13 Pontstraße, Aachen, Germany

#31 among attractions in Aachen

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The International Newspaper Museum in Aachen presents the history of newspapers and the subject of press history.

Coordinates: 50°46'38"N, 6°4'58"E

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13 PontstraßeAachen Mitte (Innenstadt)Aachen Germany

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International Newspaper Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aachen Cathedral, City Hall, Statue of Charlemagne, Palatine Chapel.

~990 ftS
Iconic cathedral and Charlemagne's chapel
Aachen Cathedral, Aachen
5 min walk • Aachen Cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval architecture, stands as a testament to the city's historical significance and religious heritage. Constructed by order of Emperor Charlemagne in the late 8th century, it was the first German building to be listed as a UNESCO...
~510 ftSE
Town hall hosting replica crown jewels
City Hall, Aachen
3 min walk • The Aachen City Hall stands as an architectural testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage, located in the heart of Aachen, Germany. The building, with its distinctive Gothic façade, was built on the foundation of the Carolingian palace of Charlemagne...
~400 ftSE
Fountain, Well
Statue of Charlemagne, Aachen
2 min walk • Standing proudly in the historic city of Aachen, Germany, the Statue of Charlemagne is not only a tribute to one of Europe's greatest medieval rulers but also a prominent centerpiece as a fountain, reflecting the city's rich heritage.
~1030 ftSE
Church, Gothic architecture, Carolingian architecture
Palatine Chapel, Aachen
5 min walk • The Palatine Chapel, nestled in the heart of Aachen, Germany, stands as a monumental testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This octagonal chapel forms the core of the Aachen Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is renowned for its remarkable...
~1020 ftS
Church, Carolingian architecture, History museum
Throne of Charlemagne, Aachen
5 min walk • The Throne of Charlemagne is a throne erected in the 790s by Charlemagne, as one of the fittings of his palatine chapel in Aachen and placed in the Octagon of the church. Until 1531, it served as the coronation throne of the Kings of Germany, being used at a total of thirty-one coronations.
~840 ftS
Gothic architecture, Museum, Sacred and religious sites
Aachen Cathedral Treasury, Aachen
5 min walk • The Aachen Cathedral Treasury is a museum of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Aachen under the control of the Cathedral chapter, which houses one of the most important collections of medieval church artworks in Europe.
~950 ftS
Church, Gothic architecture, History museum
Karlsschrein, Aachen
5 min walk • The Karlsschrein is located in Aachen Cathedral and contains the remains of Charlemagne. It was completed in 1215 in Aachen at the command of Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor.
~780 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Couven-Museum, Aachen
4 min walk • Haus Monheim is a listed building in the old town of Aachen. It was a residential and commercial building of the Monheim family of pharmacists and is one of Jakob Couven's surviving works in Aachen.
~1810 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Öcher Schängche, Aachen
9 min walk • Öcher Schängche is a puppetry theatre in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It was founded by Will Hermanns and others in 1921.
~1430 ftSE
Watersports, Swimming, Swimming pool
Schwimmhalle Elisabethstraße, Aachen
7 min walk • The Elisabethhalle is a municipal indoor swimming pool in Aachen, Elisabethstraße 10, not far from Aachen Cathedral. It was built from 1908 to 1911 in Art Nouveau style at a total cost of 900,000 marks and opened on July 17, 1911.
~800 ftS
Church, Gothic architecture
Cross of Lothair, Aachen
4 min walk • The Cross of Lothair or Lothair Cross is a crux gemmata processional cross dating from about 1000 AD, though its base dates from the 14th century. It was made in Germany, probably at Cologne.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to International Newspaper Museum?

Nearby attractions include IZM Internationales Zeitungsmuseum, Aachen (1 min walk), Karlshofbrunnen, Aachen (2 min walk), Theresienkirche, Aachen (2 min walk), Statue of Charlemagne, Aachen (2 min walk).

How to get to International Newspaper Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to International Newspaper Museum:

Bus

Kármán-Auditorium • Lines: 4 (3 min walk)
Judengasse/Markt • Lines: 4 (4 min walk)

Train

Aachen West (16 min walk)
Aachen Schanz (17 min walk)