Historic centre of Monschau

A picturesque town with a feel-good atmosphere

Idyllic half-timbered houses, regional specialties, a castle and a historic town center - a stroll through Monschau will immediately transport you back in time. It's no wonder that this unique setting is often used in films and series. Stroll through the old alleyways and immerse yourself in this special atmosphere.

On the trail of regional history

The historic old town reflects the town's long history: Monschau Castle dates back to the Middle Ages and was almost reduced to ruins before it was renovated. Today it houses a youth hostel and a retirement home. Magnificent houses such as the Red House bear witness to the heyday of the cloth industry in the 18th century. The last cloth factory may have closed a long time ago, but the beautiful houses remain.

Visit the Red House

The Red House was once built by an important cloth-making family. Precious furniture, bedrooms with children's cradles and wash bowls as well as a spiral staircase built over three floors made of oak wood with carved scenes of cloth production take you back to the 18th century. They are an impressive example of upper middle-class living culture. Two impressive fabric sample books with 6000 different fabric designs are also on display in the old business premises.

Monschau culinary experience

Monschau also has a lot to offer from a culinary perspective: Restaurants attach great importance to regionality. Taste the mustard from a historic mustard mill or feast on Printen, Monschauer Dütchen or sweet Vennbrocken over a good cup of coffee.

Culturalofferings

After a leisurely coffee break, you can discover regional artists in small galleries, listen to talented musicians in the Aukloster or view exhibitions by well-known photographers in the Forum for International Photography. You can also experience how glass is blown on a guided tour of the glassworks.

A visit to Monschau is worthwhile at any time of year. However, when the town is decorated for Christmas in December, the magic and coziness of this place is even more palpable.