The Westpark in Aachen is an ideal space for picnics and barbecues in picturesque green surroundings. In about 1900, it was a zoo, and during the First World War, it was a place for soldiers to rest. Today, it is widely popular with locals and tourists alike. Both, thanks to its various sports facilities and playgrounds, it is also an ideal place to enjoy the outdoors, and is one of the few parks where barbecues are allowed, making it a popular place to meet families and friends.