Aachen lies in the Aachen Basin at an average elevation of 174 meters above sea level – at Germany's westernmost tripoint where Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands meet. The city spans from the basin floor at 155 m to southern hillsides approaching the High Fens rising above 690 m.
That works out to roughly 571 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 55 m, putting Aachen about 119 m higher.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 174 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 50.7753° N, 6.0839° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Cologne | 59 | Germany |
| Düsseldorf | 42 | Germany |
| Bonn | 64 | Germany |
Cities with a similar elevation
The following cities sit at an elevation similar to Aachen (174 m above sea level):
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kassel | 175 | Germany |
| Vienna | 171 | Austria |
| Würzburg | 179 | Germany |
| Lyon | 182 | France |
| Wuppertal | 152 | Germany |
| Saarbrücken | 197 | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Aachen above sea level?
Aachen averages 174 m above sea level. The city center sits at 155–175 m; southern districts toward the High Fens reach 350–400 m.
Why does Aachen have thermal springs?
Aachen's famous hot springs originate from deep rainwater percolating through faults in the Rhenohercynian basement rock, heating up at depth and rising to the surface. The springs reach temperatures up to 74°C.
How high is the High Fens near Aachen?
The High Fens (Hautes Fagnes) plateau south of Aachen reaches 694 m at Signal de Botrange – Belgium's highest point. The German section of the national park sits at 500–600 m.