Monschau Map

Description: This map shows neighborhoods, streets, roads, rivers, buildings, pedestrian zones, hotels, trails, museums, parking lots, and parks in Monschau.

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Description: This map shows streets, trails, houses, buildings, cafes, bars, restaurants, hotels, museums, pedestrian zones, public toilets picnic areas, playgrounds, parking lots, shops, churches, points of interest, viewpoints, and parks in Town Center Monschau.

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Monschau is a small town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, located in the Eifel region near the Belgian border with approximately 12,000 inhabitants. The town is renowned for its exceptionally well-preserved historic center featuring half-timbered houses along narrow cobblestone streets in the steep Rur River valley. Monschau's picturesque setting and architecture make it one of Germany's most visited small towns.

The Red House (Rotes Haus), built in 1768 for a wealthy cloth merchant, exemplifies the town's prosperity during the textile manufacturing era and now operates as a museum displaying original 18th-century interiors with elaborate decorations. The Monschau Castle ruins overlook the town from a hilltop, dating from the 13th century, with parts accessible to visitors offering panoramic valley views. The Evangelical Church, built in 1787, features an unusual octagonal design.

The historic Mustard Mill (Senfmühle) produces traditional mustard using water power and offers tours and tastings. The town's half-timbered houses, many painted in vivid colors, create a fairy-tale atmosphere particularly enhanced during the Christmas season when the historic market attracts numerous visitors.

Monschau's economy relies heavily on tourism, with hotels, restaurants, and craft shops catering to visitors. The surrounding Eifel National Park offers hiking trails and natural beauty. The town hosts classical music festival and other cultural events. Mustard production and traditional crafts continue as small-scale industries. The compact historic center remains largely pedestrianized, preserving its medieval character.

The Facts:
State: North Rhine-Westphalia.
Admin. region: Köln.
District of Germany: Aachen.
Districts of Monschau: Höfen, Imgenbroich, Kalterherberg, Konzen, Monschau, Mützenich, Rohren.
Main sights: Monschau Castle, House Troistorff, The Protestant Stadtkirche Monschau, The Red House Museum, Felsenkeller Brauhaus & Museum, Eifeldom Monschau-Kalterherberg, Kunst- und Kulturzentrum Monschau.
Population: ~ 12,389 (2025).