Country | Germany |
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State | North Rhine-Westphalia |
District | Aachen |
Coordinates | 50°46′32″N 06°05′01″E |
Area | 160.85 km2 (62.10 sq mi) |
Elevation | 173 m (568 ft) |
Population | 249,070 |
Density | 1,500/km2 (4,000/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
Postal codes | 52062-52080 |
Dialling codes | 0241 / 02405 / 02407 / 02408 |
Vehicle registration | AC / MON |
Website | aachen.de |
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Where is Aachen
Aachen is a city located in western Germany, near the borders with Belgium and the Netherlands. It is in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and is known for its historical significance. Aachen has a rich history and is particularly famous for the Aachen Cathedral, which served as the church of coronation for German kings and queens for many centuries.