Aachener Wettersäule

Imagine standing here in the heart of Aachen, witnessing a colorful light show predicting the weather. It’s like a modern-day oracle, using lights to foretell the future. The weather beacon before you is the only one of its kind in Germany. Look up and watch as the colors shift, each change telling you what the sky will bring. Originally set up to give locals a quick weather forecast, it has become a modern landmark of the city. You might think, with smartphones today, it’s easy to check the weather, but back then, this was quite the innovation. Take a moment to look around; you'll see the Haus Grenzwacht, a building steeped in its own rich history.