Pontviertel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Hauptstadion
You can take time to visit Hauptstadion during your travels to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Activities
Our pick of the best Pontviertel Hotel Deals
B&B Hotel Aachen-Hbf
Great location. 5 mi walk to trains and restaurants. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 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
Novotel Aachen City
Very clean hotel/room, pleasant staff and a wonderful breakfast selection (though a bit pricey). I would have given it 5 stars if not for the odd room layout. I had a single queen room. The toilet was immediately to the left of the door, but the sink, shower and tub were around the corner. I found ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Mercure Hotel Aachen am Dom
Very clean room! Very quiet although across from elevator. Room 218 was quite nice. Excellent stay and very close to center of town.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Garner Hotel Maastricht by IHG
We chose the hotel for proximity to the MECC. Great location, parking isn't included in the price. The lobby was very pleasant and had plenty of seating. The rooms are very dated and need a makeover. TV was very small and only had a couple of channels working. We tried to get some food in the evening ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 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 Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen and Eurogress Aachen.
