The Dominformation offers
Vistors can watch a 14 minutes digital presentation about Aachen Cathedral in the Dominformation
The Dominformation is located on Johannes-Paul-II.-Str. in Aachen.
The corona pandemic continues to cause restrictions in church services, tourist visits and in the daily operations around the cathedral. We regularly receive enquiries from visitors who want to find out about the current status of the regulations. We have summarised the most important questions for you.
May I visit the cathedral for sightseeing?
Yes, you are very welcome. Normal vsiting times are usually on weekdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Can I take part in public tours of the cathedral?
Yes, on June 1st we have resumed the touristic guided tours in Aachen Cathedral. Currently 45-minute public guided tours are offered in German. On Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, guided tours are also offered in English. Tours are also available in French, Dutch and Italian by prior arrangement.
Contact: Dominformation, Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße, e-mail: tour@aachenerdom.de, Tel. 0049 241/47709-145
How many participants are allowed per tour?
In order to comply with the rules of distance and hygiene, a maximum of ten participants are currently allowed. Guides AND participants must wear masks. When purchasing a ticket in the Dominformation, name, telephone number and e-mail address must be stated on a list or paper. Adults pay 5,00 €, children 4,00 €, there are special rates for families and groups.
Contact us: Dominformation, Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße, e-mail: tour@aachenerdom.de,Tel. For public guided tours: 0241/47709-145 (daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.),
Can group tours also be booked?
Yes, group tours for up to ten people can be arranged with at least three days’ notice. The limitation to ten persons also applies here. For group bookings, a list of participants with the relevant contact details must be submitted directly with the booking or at the latest on the day of the tour.
Contact: Dominformation, Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße, e-mail: tour@aachenerdom.de,Tel. for group tours 0241/47709-127 (Mon-Thu, 10-12 a.m.)
Are there guided tours of the cathedral treasury again?
No, not yet. Due to the Corona regulations, the required safety distance cannot be maintained. We recommend a tour with audio guide (D, E, NL, FR, IT, SP and German children’s version). The audio guide can be borrowed for 3,00 €.
But I can visit the cathedral treasury individually?
Yes, that is possible. A maximum of 45 people can visit the cathedral treasury at the same time. The opening hours are Mondays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesdays to Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
What do the tickets cost and where can I get them?
Tickets are available in the Dominformation, Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße. They cost 5,00 € for adults and 4,00 € for children from 6 years. There are special rates for families and groups.
Opening hours: | |
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January 1st - March 31st: | 10a.m. - 5p.m. daily |
April 1st - December 31st: | 10a.m. - 6p.m. daily |
Phone: 0049 (0)241/47709-145
domfuehrung@dom.bistum-aachen.de