In the heart of Kornelimünster, Korneliusmarkt is a square where the town’s history is particularly evident. Its proximity to Benediktusplatz makes the two spaces seem to merge, creating a compact town center. Half-timbered buildings and quarry stone characterize the rows of houses, giving the market a look that evokes the long history of the settlement surrounding the Imperial Abbey. Market rights were confirmed as early as 985, making the town a lively hub from the very beginning. As you walk along the cobblestone streets, quiet nooks and sweeping views of the surrounding architecture combine to create an atmospheric impression that makes the old center of Kornelimünster particularly tangible.