The Frittezang has stood at the Elisenbrunnen since 1998 and immediately catches the eye with its unusual shape. American architect Peter Eisenmann designed the bus shelter as a modern intervention in the historic surroundings. The people of Aachen gave it its name because its shape resembles an oversized pair of tongs. Today, the Frittezang serves as a small counterpoint to the classical architecture surrounding it and invites visitors to pause for a moment and appreciate the blend of everyday life and art.