Germany North Rhine-Westphalia Monschau
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Monschau is a laid back resort town surrounded by a beautiful landscape with a 14C castle commanding the hill above.
Monschau is a small resort town in the Eifel region of western Germany. The historic town center has many preserved half-timbered houses and narrow streets have remained nearly unchanged for 300 years, making the town a popular tourist attraction nowadays. And an open-air, classical music festival is staged annually at Burg Monschau. On the heights above the city is Monschau castle, which dates back to the 13th century. Some of the castle is in ruins, most notably what is known as The Haller. Its West Wing has been a Youth Hostel since the First World War and its grey stones makes the perfect backdrop for the summer concerts and operas held here.
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Monschau is a laid back resort town surrounded by a beautiful landscape with a 14C castle commanding the hill above.
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This home is a must for textile enthusiasts, with its perfectly preserved 18C interior and more than 6,000 textile designs.
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Stroll the winding, narrow streets of the historic center to enjoy an authentic atmosphere of this delightful town.
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Tour this lovely 18C house, the former residence of a textile manufacturer.
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