Pontviertel Travel Guide
Aachen
Visit Pontviertel
Popular places to visit
Aachen Cathedral
Visit one of the oldest cathedrals in Northern Europe to see a fascinating collection of medieval art and admire the church’s stunning architecture.
Aachen Town Hall
Built on the ruins of Charlemagne’s palace, this town hall is regarded as a masterpiece of Gothic and Baroque architecture in Aachen.
Katschhof
You can find out about the history of Aachen with a visit to Katschhof. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Ponttor
Learn about the local history of Aachen with a stop at Ponttor. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen
You can find out about the history of Aachen when you stop by Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
RWTH Aachen University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit RWTH Aachen University during your trip to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Things to do
Hoensbroek: Entry Ticket to Hoensbroek Castle
Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Private Audiobook Audiobook City Rally around Limburg Cathedral
Top hotels in Pontviertel
B&B Hotel Aachen-Hbf
Great room. Lots of space. Good location
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Amrâth Grand Hotel de l'Empereur
Clean and good location, could do with a bit of modernisation.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Bilderberg Kasteel Vaalsbroek
Strange place but nice. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Garner Hotel Maastricht by IHG
It was as very good - nice, big rooms and helpful staff .
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Abdij Rolduc
Very interesting place for a hotelbto be located. Loads of history as the site of a very old Catholic Church and Priesthood school and learning centre. Also has its own brewery and vine yard. Great location for walking into Kerkrade centre.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Bastion Hotel Maastricht Centrum
Pleasant, comfortable room. Convenient for tye local music venue, and only a few minutes away there was a good selection of places to eat and drink (until late if wanted), plus a handy local Spar for everyday stuff and good breakfast offerings!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pontviertel
Frankenberg Quarter
Though Frankenberg Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marschiertor and Theater Aachen.
Aachen-Mitte
Aachen-Mitte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aachen Cathedral and Katschhof.
Laurensberg
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Laurensberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Hauptstadion or New Tivoli Stadium.
Preuswald
Though Preuswald may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dreilaendereck and Vaals Labyrinth.
Brand
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brand and surrounding area, you can visit Eifelsteig and Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen.
