Here you will find practical tips and further information for your stay.
Aalen is a city in Baden-Württemberg known for its cultural and historical attractions. One of the youngest and smallest urban theaters in Germany is operated by the city and also offers four theater clubs for all age groups. The non-profit amateur theater association STOA annually hosts the Ostalb-Spiel & Theatertage. The
Aalen Art Association promotes the visual arts and the Schubart Literature Prize is awarded every two years to German-speaking authors.
For art and culture enthusiasts, there are also several museums and memorials in
Aalen, including the Limes Museum and the Urweltmuseum. The Limes Museum showcases the history of the Roman border wall Limes, which runs through
Aalen. The Urweltmuseum, on the other hand, presents fossils from the Triassic period.
Aalen has a municipal music school and a symphony orchestra. The
Aalen Jazz Festival is one of the five largest jazz festivals in Germany. The city has several churches, including St. Nikolaus City Church and Johannes Church with frescoes from the 13th century.
The Historical Town Hall houses the Geological-Paleontological Museum and is known for the Spy of
Aalen, who once saved the city from destruction. The market square is the historic center of
Aalen and houses the Market Fountain with a copy of the Emperor Statue. The New Town Hall at the southern end of the square was built in Brutalism style in 1975. The Reichsstädter Fountain in front of the town hall recalls the time when
Aalen was a free imperial city.
Aalen has six landscape protection areas, two protected forests, 65 area natural monuments, 30 individual natural monuments, and two nature reserves. The city offers various sports such as football, wrestling, American football, baseball, volleyball, skiing, and hockey. The largest city festival in the Ostwürttemberg region takes place annually.
When it comes to accommodations,
Hotel & Restaurant Wilder Mann is the
best hotel in
Aalen. It is located in Wasseralfingen, just 3 km from the city center and offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking. The hotel is located next to a reservoir and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside.
Overall,
Aalen offers a variety of attractions for every taste - from art and culture to nature experiences and sports activities. Visitors can look forward to a varied journey through this charming city!
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