You might be surprised how much there is to do in Siegburg. This down-to-earth city, with its cobbled streets and traditional buildings, is located between the rivers Sieg and Agger in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Easily accessible from Bonn and Cologne, Siegburg primarily attracts visitors to see its historic hilltop monastery, the Abtei Michaelsberg, as well as the charming Christmas Market it hosts in the wintertime.
Something not everyone knows about Siegburg is that its pottery was ranked among the best in Europe from the Middle Ages to the 17th century. The ceramic pitchers produced in Seiburg are particularly sought by collectors, even to this day.
Top three things to do in Siegburg
Soak in the views at the Michaelsberg Abbey
The Michaelsberg Abbey, officially known as Abtei Michaelsberg, is a former monastery located on a hill in Siegburg. As it’s situated in the highest spot in the city, the Michaelsberg Abbey is typically considered the symbol of Siegburg. Monks used to live here and produce a unique type of alcohol called Siegburger Abtei-Likör and Michel beer. Although its been abandoned and nobody lives here anymore, the monastery is still worth a visit — if only for the captivating views available in the area.
Learn a thing or two about the city at the Siegburg Museum
For those wanting to find out more about Siegburg, the Siegburg Museum (Stadtmuseum Siegburg) is where you’ll want to be. This small museum provides a look into the city’s history and local culture. Here, you’ll find a collection of the aforementioned ceramics that the city is known for and a well-preserved medieval cellar vault.
Shop for tasty treats and artisan goods at the Siegburg Christmas Market
The holiday season is the time of the year when Siegburg fully comes to life. Each December, Siegburg’s famous Christmas Market returns to transform the market square into a medieval winter wonderland. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, this festive market has music, performances, and a wide range of homemade Christmas foods and artisanal products on offer.
