Westpark: Aachen's Green Oasis
A green escape in Aachen: Westpark offers recreation, sports, and a touch of history for locals and tourists alike.
Westpark in Aachen offers a serene escape with expansive lawns, vibrant flowerbeds, and winding paths. Once a zoological garden and a recuperation center for soldiers during WWI, it now serves as a recreational hub for locals and tourists alike, featuring sports facilities and designated barbecue areas.
A brief summary to Westpark
- Vaalser Str. 112, Aachen, 52074, DE
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the spring to see the park's vibrant blooms.
- Bring a picnic blanket to enjoy lunch on the expansive lawns.
- Check local listings for events or festivals happening in the park.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Aachen Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take Tram Line 1 towards 'Alsenborn' and get off at the 'Vaalser Str.' stop (approximately 10 minutes). Walk along Vaalser Strasse for about 400 meters to find Westpark on your left at Vaalser Str. 112. A single fare for a short trip is approximately €1.80.
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Walking
From Aachen's central market square, walk west towards the Elisenbrunnen (a historic spa house). From Elisenbrunnen, continue straight onto Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz and turn right onto Vaalser Strasse. Walk along Vaalser Strasse for approximately 1.5 kilometers. Westpark will be on your left at Vaalser Str. 112. This walk takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
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Parking
Several parking garages are in Aachen. Consider using the Park + Ride system. Park at locations like P+R Westfriedhof on Vaalser Straße and take a bus to the city center. A Park+Ride ticket, costing €5, covers return bus travel for up to 5 people to destinations within Aachen's Alleenring. Parking garages in the city center charge hourly rates, typically around €2-3.
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