The piece used for Charlemagne’s shroud was used when he was re-interred in his shrine in Aachen Cathedral, Germany, in 1215, 401 years after he died. The shroud is a complete piece of cloth so ...

Aachen, a stunning cathedral city in western Germany, is home to one of the oldest churches in Europe and thermal springs. Just three hours from the UK by train, it's a treasure trove of history ...