AFTERNOON TEA AT THE PARKHOTEL QUELLENHOF AACHEN

A classic ritual returns – and becomes an idea for special occasions in North Rhine-Westphalia

Coffee and cake or afternoon tea? For a long time, coffee was one thing above all else: quick, sweet, to go. Latte macchiato with syrup, large cups, lots of sugar. Drinking coffee was synonymous with movement, urbanity and speed. Enjoyment often played a secondary role. And now the coffee break is becoming a tea break, but without the hustle and bustle – instead, it's all about enjoyment. Because in 2026, this understanding is shifting noticeably. Time for a warm drink is being consciously planned again. This is exactly where the The return of afternoon tea – as an established ritual and a peaceful counterbalance to everyday life.

What is afternoon tea – and where does the tradition come from?

Classic afternoon tea originated in England in the 19th century as a meal between lunch and dinner. It is not a substitute for coffee and cake, but rather a distinct culinary tradition with a clear structure.

Afternoon tea means:

• a fixed time slot in the afternoon
• a deliberately designed ritual
• high-quality food in small portions
• Tea as a peaceful companion rather than a drink to accompany other activities

Tea time, afternoon tea time or simply afternoon tea still represent a moment that is not rushed.

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What do you get with afternoon tea at the Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen?

When you order afternoon tea, you don't get a single piece of cake, but a whole selection. At the Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen, afternoon tea is served in style in the Quellenhof Tea Box:

• freshly baked scones
• delicate petit fours
• savoury sandwiches
• other small, seasonal snacks

Time: Monday to Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., minimum 2 people – ideal for spending the afternoon together as a couple.

Afternoon tea in North Rhine-Westphalia – where can you enjoy it?

If you are looking for afternoon tea in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia or the surrounding area, you will find it at the Tea and fireplace room The Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen provides a fitting setting. No café service, no through traffic. Instead, a sedate location steeped in history.

Afternoon tea is particularly suitable here as an idea for:

• birthdays
  
• Time with your partner or best friend
  
• special afternoons without occasion
  
• stylish gifts with lasting memories

The historic ambience reinforces this feeling: escape from everyday life and step into an afternoon that has been consciously designed. And where better to write this story than here with us at the Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen?

Why afternoon tea is back in vogue right now

Thanks to series such as Bridgerton, Downton Abbey and The Crown, afternoon tea is back in vogue. However, it rarely refers to just tea. Rather, it is about rituals and time as a consciously valued commodity. In our day and age, afternoon tea is increasingly becoming a symbol of taking time for oneself.

Afternoon tea as a gift idea for birthdays and special occasions

At the Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen, an afternoon becomes a peaceful moment in which friends, couples or mothers consciously create space for themselves on Mother's Day or simply for no reason at all. Ideal for anyone who says: I want to do something special – without a lot of effort, but with a big impact.

The historic ambience of the Parkhotel Quellenhof Aachen carries this idea further: a A place steeped in historythat leaves room for new memories.