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Aachen Central Train Station
Art Nouveau meets international connections
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Aachen Central Train Station, constructed in 1905 by Friedrich Mettegang, is a notable example of Art Nouveau architecture. As the city's largest station, it facilitates international travel to destinations like Paris and Brussels, alongside regional services such as the NRW-Express and Rhein-Sieg-Express. The station is a protected architectural heritage site in North Rhine-Westphalia.
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The station opened in 1841, but the current structure dates back to 1905.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1905
- Architect
- Friedrich Mettegang
- Architectural Style
- Art Nouveau
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Opening Date
- 1841
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
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- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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