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St. Jakob
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St. Jakob

Starting Point of the Camino de Santiago in Aachen

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St. Jakob Church, designed in Gothic Revival style by Heinrich Johann Wiethase and founded in 1886, stands proudly in the Hubertusviertel near the city center. Recognized as an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia, it features the main organ of the Catholic parish and pilgrimage church. It marks the first stop on the Camino de Santiago from Aachen Cathedral to Santiago de Compostela.
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The foundation stone was laid in 1886.

Quick Facts

Founded
1886
Architect
Heinrich Johann Wiethase
Architectural Style
Neo-Gothic
Heritage Status
Architectural Heritage Monument
Denomination
Roman Catholic

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Guided Story

Take a moment to admire the Gothic Revival façade, designed by Heinrich Johann Wiethase. Founded in 1886, this church isn't just a place of worship but also an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. As you step through its grand entrance, the lofty ceilings create a sense of timelessness. Here, you're standing at the first stop on the Camino de Santiago, stretching from Aachen to Santiago de Compostela. The main organ is the church's centerpiece, filling the space with its resonant sound, enhancing the spiritual ambiance. Dedicated to the Apostle James the Greater, this is a serene spot of reflection in the bustling Hubertusviertel.

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