Discover the secrets and stories hidden within the majestic walls of German landmark Aachen Cathedral. The architectural masterpiece built by Emperor Charlemagne has witnessed centuries of history. Countless German Kings were crowned there. It was consecrated in the year 805, and became Germany's first UNESCO World Heritage site more than a thousand years later in 1978. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of Aachen Cathedral, including the legend of the devil and the wolf.

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00:00 Intro
01:20 Why is the cathedral so fascinating?
06:57 The history behind the Frankish empire
09:12 The Aachen chapel
10:20 The legend of the devil and the wolf
11:25 The fascinating architecture of the church
20:45 The church organ
23:35 The treasures
28:33 The gothic quire hall and the traditions of the church
32:15 The "Antependium" - mastery of fabric artwork
38:24 The importance of the city of Aachen and the cathedral
41:45 The French history of Aachen
44:52 The cathedral's way into modernity - Between transformation and devastation
49:32 Conclusion