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Archaeological finds on Theaterplatz: exhibition opens on April 29, 2026
The archaeological work, including some original finds, will be highlighted in an exhibition at Planbar, Theaterplatz 7, from April 29, 2026. Opening hours are Tuesdays to Saturdays from 3 to 6 pm. The exhibition "Traces of history. Historical finds on Theaterplatz" runs until 1 July.

Spectacular discovery: in spring 2025, archaeologists discovered ancient monastic burial grounds during work on Theaterplatz. The results of the months-long excavations can be seen from April 29 in the exhibition "Traces of History. Historical finds on Theaterplatz". Photo: City of Aachen / Stefan Herrmann
Traffic routing will change from February 2. More here.
Information on the construction progress and current topics relating to the urban development measure can be found here and in the press release dated 29.01.2026.

Theaterplatz01/03: Complex underground work: countless meters of supply and disposal lines have already been laid in the ground around the theater in recent months. Extensive archaeological finds have also been made. Photo: City of Aachen / Stefan Herrmann
Theaterplatz and parts of Theaterstraße will be redesigned for you from the beginning of 2025 to the end of 2027. All information about the measure at www.theaterplatz-aachen.de