Summer oases

Lovers of quiet and somewhat mystical places will find a special form of peace and relaxation in this spot. The old Güldenplan cemetery is located on the edge of the Monheimsallee spa gardens. As Aachen's first Protestant cemetery, it has beautiful monumental gravestones with interesting inscriptions, ancient trees, meadows and shade. There is no sepulchral atmosphere, as the flora and fauna of the Kurpark in all its facets - fountain with large fountain, small bridges, rose garden... - exude an immense vitality. And yet I am always surrounded by a special calm at the cemetery. Perhaps it is the positive energy of life that can also be felt here when you indulge in the stories that can be read from the gravestones.

This little oasis on the edge of the Burtscheid district, Ferber Park, is perfect for lovers of a more lively oasis. Benches, playgrounds, a basketball court, great restaurants and a large meadow for relaxing, picnicking and playing between old trees offer plenty of space for young and old. A perfect place for me to recharge my batteries and enjoy the shade between shopping and appointments!

If you love peace and space, head to the south-west of the city towards Belgium. The Van Halfern Park merges into Aachen's city forest, offering boundless variety and relaxation. I really love this park, which was once laid out in the style of an English landscape garden. Trees up to 200 years old from different continents tell wonderful stories and take me on a botanical journey. Relaxing and feeling the energy of the trees is the order of the day here. Mossy grottos, little temples, steps and figures are reminiscent of the idea of Aachen cloth manufacturer Gustav van Halfern. He planned a weekend residence for his family, his son refined the idea and had a park laid out in the style of an English country garden.

The Lousberg is just outside the city center, but still easily accessible on foot. On the central plateau is my "place to be", where I can breathe in history. Old pillars, an elegantly protruding pavilion, meadows, ancient trees and a pedal pool are the fragments of a small world that I highly recommend if you are looking for a creative break. looking forsome creative time out. The special aura of the "Aachen Acropolis"which a relic of the Belvedere society house lures creativity and happiness. Reading, picnicking, refreshing your feet. Simply beautiful.

Once a public park, Kaiser-Friedrich-Park offers a number of attractions such as pedal boating on the Hangeweiher pond, an outdoor pool and playgrounds. But that's not the only attractive and beautiful thing about this park for me. On warm days, I'm always drawn to a slightly elevated spot above the pond: the water cascade of the Pau stream. This is where the small stream runs into the pond. The rippling of the water, the high oxygen content, higher humidity and the old trees create a beautiful form of relaxation in me within a few minutes. It is usually empty here; sometimes curious children explore the stream and the cheerful laughter of children is infectious.

About three kilometers south of the district the Hexenwald forest invites you to cool off, hike and relax. The hornbeams once planted on the former border wall between Kronenberg and Preuswald in the direction of the Netherlands have grown into gnarled tree figures. A whimsical natural backdrop. Take a walk, maybe climb a little, touch the trees, look at them, relax.
My personal tip: the walk along the Hasselholz is already a beautiful path and a short break at the farm with its farm store and snack/drink vending machine is perfect.

Summer relaxation in Aachen's multifaceted oases: Pure enjoyment!

I love my Aachen!