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Museum · Aachen, Renânia do Norte-Vestfália
Aachen Cathedral Treasury
Aachen Cathedral Treasury, considered the most important ecclesiastical treasury north of the Alps. It displays the Lothar Cross, the bust of Charlemagne and the sarcophagus of Proserpina.
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About Aachen Cathedral Treasury
The cathedral treasury brings together objects accumulated over about 1,200 years by the church founded by Charlemagne. The collection grew with the cathedral’s importance as the tomb of Charlemagne and Otto III, a coronation site for kings and a pilgrimage destination. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978 together with the cathedral.
The exhibition occupies about 600 square metres across three floors, organised into five themes. There are around 130 items: manuscripts, sculptures, panels, bindings, liturgical objects, reliquaries and goldsmith’s work.
Key pieces include the Lothar Cross, from around the year 1000, covered with precious stones; the bust of Charlemagne, a gilded silver reliquary; and the sarcophagus of Proserpina, a 3rd-century marble brought from Italy and probably used as Charlemagne’s first tomb. Also on display are items from the Shrine of Mary and objects used in coronation ceremonies.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour.
Best time
Immediately after the cathedral, Tuesday to Sunday; hours are reduced on Mondays. Check before you go.
How to get there
It is on Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße, next to the cathedral in the historic centre. The entrance is from the street, by the cloister.
Tip
Treasury tickets are sold at the Dominformation, the same ticket office as the cathedral guided tours: you can buy both together. An audio guide is available for independent visitors.
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Frequently asked questions about Aachen Cathedral Treasury
What to see in Aachen Cathedral Treasury?
The Lothar Cross, from around the year 1000, the bust of Charlemagne, the sarcophagus of Proserpina from the 3rd century, and about 130 pieces of goldsmithing, manuscripts and reliquaries associated with the cathedral.
Where can I buy a ticket for the Cathedral Treasury?
At the Dominformation on Johannes-Paul-II.-Straße, next to the cathedral. It is the same ticket office for the guided tours.
Is the Cathedral Treasury open on Mondays?
On Mondays opening hours are usually reduced; on other days it is open from late morning until late afternoon. Check before you go.