Frankfurt am main old town. What to see in one day in Frankfurt am Main? The best museums in Frankfurt am Main
The historical core of Frankfurt, traditionally bearing the name Altstadt(Altstadt, " Old city"), or Römerberg(Römerberg, that is, "Roman mountain"), lies on the north bank of the Main between old bridge(Alte Brücke) and its continuation street Kurt-Schumacher-Straße in the east and the bridge Unterminbrucke and Neue Mainzer Straße in the west, bounded on the north by Berliner Straße. In fact, it's only a dozen blocks around Römerberg Square(Römerberg), which, according to scientists, was the center of the Roman settlement. Almost all the historical monuments of the city are concentrated in this small space - (Römer, in 1405 it was rebuilt from three old mansions already at that time) with the famous Emperor's Hall(Kaisersaal), in which the main celebrations took place after the coronation; 9 more nearby old mansions and 2 halls (Romerhalle and Schwanenhalle), today also included in the town hall complex; the small red church of Alte Nikolaikirche (Alte Nikolaikirche, built at the end of the 13th century as a courtyard chapel of the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire) with a characteristic bell tower, which twice a day (9:05, 12:05 and 17:05) announces the neighborhood with the chime of church bells, as well as the fountain of Justice (Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen, Justitiabrunnen, 1611-1887) in front of the town hall.
A block to the north rises the famous St. Paul's Church(Paulskirche) is one of the national monuments of Germany. Built in 1789-1883 on the site of a demolished medieval church, it was the main Lutheran church in Frankfurt until 1944. However, it acquired its significance for the country as the birthplace of German democracy - it was under its vaults from 1848 to 1849 that the first democratically elected parliament of the country was located. During the bombings of the Second World War, the complex burned down and after reconstruction lost its cult significance, turning into the "House of all Germans" (Haus aller Deutscher), which regularly hosts various festive events and ceremonies, exhibitions and conferences. Only the exposition "St. Paul's Church. A symbol of democratic freedoms and national unity" is constantly open here, which tells about the development of German democracy in the context of the rich history of this country. And in the conference room upstairs, the Peace Prizes founded by the German Booksellers Association are presented, as well as the Frankfurt Goethe Prize.
Two blocks east of Römerberg Square rises the famous (Dom Sankt Bartholomäus, or Kaiserdom) - the main and most big temple city built in XIV-XV centuries on the site of a Merovingian palace chapel and a later basilica. It was here that, starting from 1356, the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire were elected, and in the period from 1562 to 1792, their coronation ceremony took place here (before that it happened in Aachen). Cathedral(by and large, he did not have the right to this name, since there had never been a bishop's residence here, but the townspeople have long called him that - House) burned down in 1876 and acquired its well-recognized modern look with a bell tower of 95 meters (1415-1514), dominating the entire northern embankment of the city. Here is stored the upper part of the skull of the Apostle Bartholomew, who since 1239 has been considered the patron of both the cathedral itself and the city as a whole. And in the old monastery adjacent to the temple, the Cathedral Museum (Dommuseum) is now open with a large collection of religious objects (open from Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00, on weekends from 11:00 to 17:00).
Nearby is another unique object - archaeological garden(Archaologischer Garten). This is an open excavation of ancient ruins, clearly showing the history of the city from the Roman settlement through the Middle Ages. It is interesting that ancient buildings, including even a fragment of the royal palace of the 6th-12th centuries, were discovered during the analysis of the rubble left over from the bombing of the Second World War, and cleared and revealed to the world during the construction of the Dom - Romer metro station. Nearby is located Haus Wertheim(1479) is the only half-timbered mansion in Altstadt that survived the bombings of World War II without much damage.
A block north of the cathedral is Modern Art Museum(Museum für Moderne Kunst), which received the nickname Tortenstueck ("Piece of Cake") for its original triangular shape. Here are collected paintings and photographs from the 60s of the XX century to the present day. And the whole block between the museum and the cathedral, plus several houses nearby, are given to various galleries - Frankfurter Kunstkabinett Hanna Bekker vom Rath, Japan Art(Galerie Friedrich Müller), Galerie Mühlfeld & Stohrer, Galerie Wagner + Marks, Galerie Rothamel Frankfurt and others. And halfway between the cathedral and the Römer square, there is another well-known collection of modern art - Schirn Kunsthalle, considered one of the most important exhibition houses in Germany (over 2,000 sqm). However, there are a great many galleries of all kinds in a small space around Römer Square - one can also note Galerie an der Schirn literally across the road north of the main complex (Braubachstraße 39), Galerie von Miller Kunst aus Afrika und Ozeanien(Braubachstraße 33), Heussenstamm-Galerie(Braubachstraße, 34) a block further north, and so on.
In the very center of Innenstadt (this is the name of the entire old part of the city along with the Altstadt, lying in the ring of parks marking its medieval boundaries) rises (Katharinenkirche, Frankfurt am Main) - the largest Lutheran church in Frankfurt. This beautiful Baroque church was built between 1678-1681 and for a long time served as a landmark on the northern exit of the Old Town. However, due to its position right in the center, it served as an excellent reference point for allied bomber crews, so during the brutal bombing of 1944, the temple was badly damaged and was restored only in 1954.
Adjacent to the church from the north is main square Frankfurt - (Hauptwache, that is, "guardhouse"). The baroque building of the Main Guard, which gave it its name, was built in 1730 as the headquarters of the city police, but was more used as a prison. Like everything around, it was almost destroyed during the bombing of the Second World War, but in 1954 it was restored, but after 13 years it was dismantled (a large subway junction with a vast underground terrace was built under the square) and rebuilt in a new place. It is here that the famous historical cafe is located (opened in 1904), the famous trade (Zeil) - the main commercial promenade of the city, going to the east, starts from the Guardhouse. In addition to a huge number of department stores, including the ultra-modern MyZeil complex, electronics and clothing stores, pharmacies, cafes and restaurants, there is a bustling street market every Thursday and Saturday, where local farmers and brewers exhibit their products.
The complex rises northwest of the square stock exchange(Borse), which is considered one of the main financial centers in Germany. Founded as far back as 1585, the Frankfurt Stock Exchange received its existing domed building in the 1870s and is open to tourists (booking a day in advance is required). And even further north, at a major traffic intersection and the Eschenheimer Tor station, the tower of the same name rises ( Eschenheimer Turm) is the last thing left of the old city wall. Built in 1426-1428, it is thus the oldest and best preserved building Innenstadt(However, the Rententurm towers on Romerberg and Kuhhirtenturm in Alt-Sachsenhausen also survived, but they were badly damaged and were subsequently dismantled). Now the ground floor houses a hugely popular bar and restaurant, the fireplace room is used for various festive events, and the silhouette of the tower itself has become the emblem of the Henninger Kaiser Pils brewing company.
A couple of blocks southeast of Hauptwache you can find a very picturesque gothic Church of the Virgin(Liebfrauenkirche). It was built in stages from the 14th to the 16th century and currently, together with the neighboring Capuchin monastery, acts as the rectorate of the Catholic Church. Due to its location in the center of the main shopping center, near the Zeil street, it was one of the most important in Frankfurt for many years, and its cozy courtyard is still a kind of oasis of calm in the bustle of the city center. On March 22, 1944, a massive Allied air raid completely destroyed this unique historical monument - all nine altars, the pulpit, the late Gothic choirs and the Walcker organ built in 1864 burned down. Only fragments of the main altar and the statue of the Virgin Mary in the monastery courtyard survived - they served as the basis for the reconstruction carried out in 1955-1956. Also miraculously survived the bell Angelusglocke, cast in 1745 by Johann and Benedikt Schneidewind, was supplemented in 1954 with five Gebr Rincker bells with a total weight of 3619 kg. The organ for 57 registers (3370 pipes!) was built only in 2008. There is no door in the western wall of the church, but the remains of the old fortress wall () are still visible.
In the northwestern part of the historic district of Frankfurt, already outside the Altstadt, another iconic landmark of the city rises - (Alte Oper). This colorful complex was built in 1880 by architect Richard Luke and became one of the main opera venues in Germany until the Second World War, during which the building was badly damaged. The opera was reopened in 1981, although it now serves as the main venue for the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, while the opera company performs in the modern Oper Frankfurt building four blocks south. Two blocks southeast of the Old Opera is another colorful attraction - a pedestrian street Grosse Bockenheimer Strasse, or Fressgass ("Pig Lane"). It is famous for its amazing selection of sausages, sausages and cold cuts, cheeses, smoked fish and other delicacies that can be tasted in local wine cellars, cafes and restaurants.
Links both concert halls large park lane Galluzanlage(Gallusanlage), which is the western part of a vast strip of parks, covering the entire Innenstadt along the perimeter. To the east of the Old Opera begins a nice park Bockenheimer Anlage(Bockenheimer Anlage) with a small lake and a square mozartplatz, behind the transport interchange at the Eschenheimer Tor station, it is continued by the park Eschenheimer Anlage(Eschenheimer Anlage), in the northeast turning into a park Von Bethmann(Von-Bethmann-Park) with two lakes and " Garden of Heavenly Peace" in the Chinese style, and the eastern bypass of the green zone form Friedberger Anlage(Friedberger Anlage) and overlooking the waterfront Obermainanlage (Obermainanlage) - also with a reservoir. This beautiful zone was laid out on the site of the walls and ditches of the old city fortifications, therefore it often bears the collective name Wallanlagen(approximate translation - "shafts", or "bastions").
However, the embankment itself is quite richly decorated with trees, so the whole of Innenstadt lies literally in a ring of greenery. And practically from the southern aisle Alte Nikolaikirche starts 170 meters Eisener-Steg(Eiserner Steg, 1868) - the first "hanging" steel bridge in Europe, moreover, entirely built at the expense of the townspeople. From the bridge, two popular tours around the city start at once - on boats on the water and on an old steam locomotive along the north coast.
Museum embankment in Frankfurt
A relatively small amount historical monuments Frankfurt more than compensates huge amount museums. They are located quite compactly on both banks of the Main in Römer (northern bank) and Sachsenhausen (southern part of the city), so this area even got the name Museum Embankment(Museumsufer).
The coastal area is also the venue for all kinds of cultural and festive events, including spring Night of Museums and august" Holiday on the Museum Embankment"as well as the biggest one in Frankfurt, which opens regularly on Saturdays" swap meet", due to which they even partially block traffic along Schaumainkai Street.
Outskirts of Frankfurt
It is also worth visiting the church lying in the very north-west of the city. Frauenfriedenskirche(Frauenfriedenskirche, 1929) early modern, old public library Alte Stadtbibliothek(1820-1825), recently completely rebuilt palace of the Thurn-i-Taxis dynasty (Palais Thurn und Taxis, 1731-1739), complex Goethe University, the largest office building in Europe until 1950 and the location of the allied occupation administration - Poelzig-Bau(IG Farben Building, since October 2001 part of the Westend campus of the Goethe University), the complex America House(former information Center American Occupation Administration) Cervantes Institute on the Staufenstrasse, beautiful ensemble Central railway station frankfurt(Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof, 1888) - the largest in Europe until 1915, the most prestigious hotel in the city Frankfurter Hof(1872-1876), former city wholesale market Grossmarkthalle in the style of German expressionism (1926-1929, now being reconstructed for the needs of the European Central Bank), one of the first new buildings in the city after World War II - junior house(1952, now a first-class hotel) and an undulating office complex built in 1998-2003 Die Welle at Opernplatz.
Towers and skyscrapers of Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt is one of the few European cities with a large number of skyscrapers - in Germany, it definitely leads in this parameter (14 out of 15 "skyscrapers" of the country are located here).
Fans of modern architecture will be interested in the TV tower Europaturm(337.5 m), complexes Commerzbank Turm(259 m, until 2003 it was considered the most tall building Europe), Messeturm(257 m - the third tallest building in the EU), Westend Turm(208 m), and Tower 185(both - 200 m), Trianon(186 m), European Central Bank Headquarters(185 m), Taunusturm(170 m), architecturally unusual office building Square(Airrail Center Frankfurt) at the airport and others. Most skyscrapers are concentrated in the financial district Bankenviertel west of the city center.
Well, the most famous "high-rise" of the city is a 43-meter wooden goethe tower(Goetheturm, 1931), towering on the northern edge of the city forest Spielpark-Götheturm in the southern part of Sachsenhausen.
Hello everyone, my dears! Let's talk today about the sights of Frankfurt am Main and its most interesting places.
I think most travelers are interested in how you can cover all the very best in just 1 - 3 days of your stay in this city.
So I decided to review the best places and arrange them in such an order that would save time for their inspection, and walks would take place along the most beautiful streets of the city.
That is, this article can be used as a guide.
For most tourists, acquaintance with Frankfurt starts from the main railway station, since the train is the most convenient and budgetary way to get from the airport. In addition, many tourists prefer to travel around Europe by rail transport.
So our route will start from here, especially since there is something to see. So...
In this article:
1. Train station - Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Location on the map
Inside this building is practically no different from thousands of other railway stations in Germany, but from the outside it looks great.
2. Street Mainzer Landstrasse - Mainzer Landstrasse
You must have heard that Frankfurt is the business center of Germany. So, once on this street, you can feel it to the fullest.
By the way, as soon as you turn onto it, you will see the symbol of the business life of the city...
3. Monument to the tie
Location on the map
Near the Westend Tower business center is a symbol of the business life of the city - a huge tie.
4. Church of St. Anthony - St. -Antonius-Kirche
Location on the map
Just a couple of minutes walk from the monument is the Catholic Church. You can not only admire it from the outside, but also look into it.
5. Old Opera House - Alter Oper
Location on the map
One of the most beautiful buildings city, symbol of Frankfurt.
6. Observation deck Main Tower - Main Tower
Location on the map
I believe that every guest of Frankfurt should visit this place, even if he has only a couple of hours for it. Believe me, you will never forget this view.
Entrance costs 5 euros. An indescribable feeling from the first minutes is provided for you: the ascent is carried out in a high-speed elevator, so do not forget to look at the board with speed indicators when ascending.
7. Euro Monument, Willy Brandt Platz
Location on the map
This monument is located in a park area next to the new opera house. If you are tired, it's time to relax: go to a cafe, sit by the fountain or just lie down on the grass.
8. Street Kaiserstraße - Kaiserstraße
Several streets lead from the railway station to the city center, and one of them is the Kaiserstraße. The euro monument is located almost on it.
This street is one of the busiest in the whole city, there are many small shops and cafes. Here life boils day and night. It is along it that we will go to the pedestrian (it is also called shopping) Zeil street.
9. Zeil Pedestrian Street
Location on the map
This is the busiest part of the city. Numerous shops and shopping centers will appeal to shopping lovers. But even if you do not intend to buy anything, you can still have a great time here.
First, admire magnificent area and the Church of St. Catherine (St. -Katharinen-Kirche).
Secondly, climb to the top floor of the Zeilgalerie shopping center and admire the magnificent view from there.
Thirdly, the pedestrian zone is superbly organized here: fountains, benches, many cozy cafes and great live music.
Fourthly, it is in this place that various fairs are held. We managed to get to the week of Italy, it was great.
When you get to the end of the pedestrian zone, you will be a couple of blocks from the zoo.
10. Zoo - Z00
Location on the map
A ticket to the zoo for an adult costs 10 euros. Works from 9-00 to 17-00.
You can see our short report:
11. Embankment of the river Main
The nearest exit to the embankment from the zoo on the map
Here you can take a break from the bustle of the city, drink a glass of beer or wine, and just lie on the grass in the shade of trees. Departure from the embankment cruise ships where you can have a great time in the evening at dinner.
12. Frankfurt Cathedral - Kaiserdom St. Bartholomaus
Location on the map
This cathedral is located two minutes from the embankment. I highly recommend taking a look there.
13. Römerberg Square - Römerberg
Location on the map
If skyscrapers are the symbol of the business part of the city, then this square and everything that surrounds it is the symbol of the historical part.
It was here that coronations took place, fairs were held. Now it is one of the most beautiful places in the city.
14. Eiserner Steg footbridge
Location on the map
Do you want to touch the history of the city? Be sure to visit the iron bridge, which is over 100 years old.
15. Embankment of museums
Along the banks of the river Main (on both sides) there are many different museums. In general, there are quite a lot of them in Frankfurt, and I would not want to list them all now, this is a topic for a separate article.
Just if you love museums and would like to visit them, know that you can do it right here - on the embankment.
A walk along the embankment will take you to the place where we started our journey - to the railway station.
16. Red Light District
This place is difficult to attribute to the sights of the city, but I decided to include it in this list, just so you know: Frankfurt is not only about skyscrapers, museums and a beautiful waterfront.
In the area of the railway station, from which we started our review, there is a small area called Bahnhofsviertel. It is in it that you can find everything that corresponds to such streets: brothels, casinos, nightclubs. But this is only at night: during the day there will be nothing to remind you of nightlife.
Dear friends, perhaps I will end here. I hope you enjoyed this intense walk.
Of course in Frankfurt interesting places a lot more. If you think that this list should definitely include something else, write about it in the comments.
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And that's all for today, I wish you a pleasant journey. Bye everyone!
Millions of European roads converge in Frankfurt am Main, Germany's largest bus station and the second largest airport of the entire continent are located here. In the distant VIII century, the city was the capital of the East Frankish kingdom, from the XVI century German emperors began to be crowned here.
The historic center of Frankfurt is built up with picturesque half-timbered houses that form the usual look, "burgher" shopping image of the city. In the taverns, you can taste traditional apple wine and Frankfurt sausages with a green seven-herb sauce, a unique culinary invention of the Hesse region.
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The most interesting and Beautiful places for walks. Photos and a short description.
A modern city block built up with skyscrapers. Here is the headquarters of the European Central Bank and the main representative offices of other financial institutions. The most famous high-rise buildings of the quarter are the Commerzbank Tower with a height of 259 meters, the Messeturm with a height of 256 meters and the Main Tower with a height of 200 meters. Some skyscrapers are allowed free access. On the upper floors there are restaurants and viewing platforms.
The central square of the historical part of Frankfurt am Main, built up with half-timbered buildings. For many centuries, the coronation of German rulers took place here. The Römerberg is also known for hosting the Frankfurt Fair. The historical appearance of the square was restored by 1986. After the destruction of World War II, the restorers had to do a lot of work.
The building of the Frankfurt City Hall, or rather, a complex of structures consisting of three buildings. "Römer" means "Roman". In the 15th century, the city authorities bought two private houses for their needs, one of them was called the "Roman's house", thus the name "Römer" was assigned to the city council building. Inside the town hall there are several magnificent halls where festive receptions were held in honor of the coronation of the rulers.
The central city square, where the building of the main guard house of Frankfurt is located. It also housed a prison. The guardhouse lost its military significance after the city was annexed to Prussia. Later, a police station was located here. Since the beginning of the 20th century, a cafe has been operating in the premises. In the 50s. The guardhouse was rebuilt, and in this form it still exists.
Part of the embankment on the south bank of the river Main between the Friedensbrücke and Eiserner Steg bridges. There are several museums in a small area. The place is the cultural center of Frankfurt am Main, various events are often held here. The most significant of them are the night of museums and the festival on the museum embankment. On Saturdays, the city's "flea market" unfolds on the waterfront.
Museum natural history, created at the initiative of the scientific community at the beginning of the 20th century. It is named after I. Senkenberg, a German naturalist and botanist of the 18th century. The museum contains an impressive collection of dinosaur skeletons, one of the most outstanding in the world. The fossilized remains of ancient animals, birds and the first people are of scientific value.
The museum collection grew out of a private collection of Orthodox icons by the German doctor Schmidt-Voigt. He collected exhibits from all over the world - not only from "Orthodox" territories, but also from African countries. Already at an advanced age, the collector donated his collection to the city. The exposition was placed in the building of the former monastery, which belonged to the Teutonic Order.
An extensive exposition founded in the second half of the 19th century. In order to accommodate all the artifacts of the museum, it took two whole buildings. The first building is a historic villa from 1803, the second is a modern building designed by R. Meyer. The age of individual specimens kept in museum funds is more than 6 thousand years. In total, the collection contains about 30 thousand items.
The museum's collections are located on the territory of the palace complex of the XII century. The exhibits tell about the history of Frankfurt am Main, about the development of urban culture. The museum's funds contain more than 3 thousand paintings, 76 thousand drawings, engravings and maps, about 300 thousand photographs. As well as collections of medieval weapons, furniture, children's toys, coins and clothing.
The former home of the great German thinker, philosopher, writer I.V. Goethe. Within the walls of this house, the genius spent his childhood and youth. Unfortunately, the original interior was destroyed during the Second World War, but the restorers managed to restore the furnishings. It was here that Goethe created the first drafts of his famous work Faust.
A pompous Renaissance building built in 1880. The stage opened with a performance of the opera Don Juan by V.A. Mozart. This performance was attended by Kaiser Wilhelm I. The building was completely destroyed as a result of air raids on the city during the Second World War. The ruins lay for several decades, because the opera was not going to be restored. But in the end it was decided complete reconstruction and restoration of the building in its historical appearance.
The main city temple, bearing official name Imperial Cathedral of St. Bartholomew. It was founded over 800 years ago. In the period from the middle of the 16th to the end of the 18th century, coronations of the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire were held here. Earlier, in the first centuries of our era, on the site of the cathedral there was a palace chapel of the Frankish dynasty of the Merovingians and then the Carolingians who replaced them.
Former Lutheran church, where the first constitution of a united Germany was adopted. The building was destroyed during the war and rebuilt in 1948. But by that time the church had already lost its religious functions. Since 1951, the Peace Prize has been awarded here annually, as well as book fairs and literary exhibitions. The church is considered a symbol of German democracy.
One of the oldest churches in Germany. Presumably, the temple appeared in the IX century. From the 11th century, it passed into the possession of the Dominican Order, and from the 15th century, brothers of the Antonite Order were in charge of the temple. Many ancient Christian relics are kept inside. The church of St. Justin surrounds a garden with medicinal plants, which are actively used by the clergy.
Europatum is the highest TV tower and skyscraper in the territory Western Europe(337 meters). When built in 1979, the building was much smaller - 295 meters, but as a result of the reconstruction in 2004, a 42-meter part was added to it. The tower is owned by a German telecommunications company and is closed to the public. Europatum became the first television tower in the city.
One of the most tall skyscrapers in the city - 240 meters. The building consists of 56 floors and 4 underground levels. Maintower was built in 1999, it was the first skyscraper in Europe, whose facade was completely covered with glass. On the roof is observation deck where the high-speed elevator leads. The site is popular with tourists, as it offers a magnificent view of the city, and there is also a restaurant.
Medieval fortification, preserved from the 15th century. The Eschenheim Tower was part of Frankfurt's powerful defensive system, consisting of 60 towers and thick walls. It is a Neo-Gothic building with battlements and a central spire. Nowadays, the tower houses a restaurant chosen by tourists, and the security room is adapted for a mini-hotel.
An authoritative German stock exchange founded in the 16th century. In those distant times, she provided for the needs of the Frankfurt fair. Today the exchange is one of the key platforms in Europe. It is housed in an elegant 19th-century neo-Renaissance mansion. In front of the building, according to tradition, exchange symbols are installed - sculptures of a bull and a bear.
A modern marketplace that houses dozens of boutiques, shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, a swimming pool, a sports club, and a multi-level underground garage. The facility was built in 2009, the project budget is 960 million euros. Shopping center fit harmoniously into modern architecture Frankfurt and quickly became a popular tourist attraction.
Shopping street, one of the busiest in the city. It is here that all the guests of the city rush for shopping. There are a large number of products of recognizable brands. Numerous cafes and restaurants are always filled to capacity with tourists resting from shopping. There is a farmers' market on Konstablerwache Square where you can buy local goods: cheese, wine, vegetables and other natural products.
The construction connects the Old Town and Sachsenhausen. Up until the 70s. XIX century, it was the only crossing of the river Main. The bridge appeared in the Middle Ages, since then it has been rebuilt many times. A legend is connected with him: the devil offered help to the master who built the bridge. In return, he asked for the soul of the first person who would cross the crossing, but the rooster was the first to cross the bridge, so the demon left with nothing.
A crossing over the Main River, built in the 19th century, and over time turned into a city landmark. The bridge was built as a result of urgent need, as more routes were needed connecting the city center with its southern districts. As a result of increased public pressure on the magistrate, the authorities approved the project and found funding.
The zoological garden is located in the city center. It owes its existence and prosperity to the active creative work of director B. Grzimek, who managed to restore the zoo after a devastating war. Today, more than 4 thousand animals (400 species in total) live on the territory of the zoo. Popular attractions include visiting the nocturnal animal pavilion, where you can observe the life of aardvarks and bats.
City park laid out with the financial assistance of the Bethmann family of bankers. The highlights of the park are the chess court, where a huge playing field is drawn right on the pavement, and the Chinese garden, laid out in strict accordance with the principles of Feng Shui. The territory of the park is decorated with flower beds, shady alleys and decorative lawns, among which it is pleasant to spend warm summer evenings.
The botanical garden, covering an area of 22 hectares, is considered one of the largest in Germany. The garden was opened in 1871, H. Zismeyer worked on the landscape design of the area. Almost 9 hectares of territory are occupied by palm trees of all kinds, hence the name "Palmgarten" (Palm garden). The space of the park is designed for a calm family vacation or leisurely walks.
Millions of European roads converge in Frankfurt am Main, Germany's largest bus station and the second largest airport of the entire continent are located here. In the distant VIII century, the city was the capital of the East Frankish kingdom, from the XVI century German emperors began to be crowned here.
The historic center of Frankfurt is built up with picturesque half-timbered houses that form the usual look, "burgher" shopping image of the city. In the taverns, you can taste traditional apple wine and Frankfurt sausages with a green seven-herb sauce, a unique culinary invention of the Hesse region.
A modern city block built up with skyscrapers. Here is the headquarters of the European Central Bank and the main representative offices of other financial institutions. The most famous high-rise buildings of the quarter are the Commerzbank Tower with a height of 259 meters, the Messeturm with a height of 256 meters and the Main Tower with a height of 200 meters. Some skyscrapers are allowed free access. On the top floors there are restaurants and observation decks.
The central square of the historical part of Frankfurt am Main, built up with half-timbered buildings. For many centuries, the coronation of German rulers took place here. The Römerberg is also known for hosting the Frankfurt Fair. The historical appearance of the square was restored by 1986. After the destruction of World War II, the restorers had to do a lot of work.
The building of the Frankfurt City Hall, or rather, a complex of structures consisting of three buildings. "Römer" means "Roman". In the 15th century, the city authorities bought two private houses for their needs, one of them was called the "Roman's house", thus the name "Römer" was assigned to the city council building. Inside the town hall there are several magnificent halls where festive receptions were held in honor of the coronation of the rulers.
The central city square, where the building of the main guard house of Frankfurt is located. It also housed a prison. The guardhouse lost its military significance after the city was annexed to Prussia. Later, a police station was located here. Since the beginning of the 20th century, a cafe has been operating in the premises. In the 50s. The guardhouse was rebuilt, and in this form it still exists.
Part of the embankment on the south bank of the river Main between the Friedensbrücke and Eiserner Steg bridges. There are several museums in a small area. The place is the cultural center of Frankfurt am Main, various events are often held here. The most significant of them are the night of museums and the festival on the museum embankment. On Saturdays, the city's "flea market" unfolds on the waterfront.
Museum of Natural History, created at the initiative of the scientific community at the beginning of the 20th century. It is named after I. Senkenberg, a German naturalist and botanist of the 18th century. The museum contains an impressive collection of dinosaur skeletons, one of the most outstanding in the world. The fossilized remains of ancient animals, birds and the first people are of scientific value.
The museum collection grew out of a private collection of Orthodox icons by the German doctor Schmidt-Voigt. He collected exhibits from all over the world - not only from "Orthodox" territories, but also from African countries. Already at an advanced age, the collector donated his collection to the city. The exposition was placed in the building of the former monastery, which belonged to the Teutonic Order.
An extensive exposition founded in the second half of the 19th century. In order to accommodate all the artifacts of the museum, it took two whole buildings. The first building is a historic villa from 1803, the second is a modern building designed by R. Meyer. The age of individual specimens kept in museum funds is more than 6 thousand years. In total, the collection contains about 30 thousand items.
The museum's collections are located on the territory of the palace complex of the XII century. The exhibits tell about the history of Frankfurt am Main, about the development of urban culture. The museum's funds contain more than 3 thousand paintings, 76 thousand drawings, engravings and maps, about 300 thousand photographs. As well as collections of medieval weapons, furniture, children's toys, coins and clothing.
The former home of the great German thinker, philosopher, writer I.V. Goethe. Within the walls of this house, the genius spent his childhood and youth. Unfortunately, the original interior was destroyed during the Second World War, but the restorers managed to restore the furnishings. It was here that Goethe created the first drafts of his famous work Faust.
A pompous Renaissance building built in 1880. The stage opened with a performance of the opera Don Juan by V.A. Mozart. This performance was attended by Kaiser Wilhelm I. The building was completely destroyed as a result of air raids on the city during the Second World War. The ruins lay for several decades, because the opera was not going to be restored. But in the end, it was decided to completely reconstruct and restore the building in its historical appearance.
The main city temple, officially called the Imperial Cathedral of St. Bartholomew. It was founded over 800 years ago. In the period from the middle of the 16th to the end of the 18th century, coronations of the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire were held here. Earlier, in the first centuries of our era, on the site of the cathedral there was a palace chapel of the Frankish dynasty of the Merovingians and then the Carolingians who replaced them.
Former Lutheran church, where the first constitution of a united Germany was adopted. The building was destroyed during the war and rebuilt in 1948. But by that time the church had already lost its religious functions. Since 1951, the Peace Prize has been awarded here annually, as well as book fairs and literary exhibitions. The church is considered a symbol of German democracy.
One of the oldest churches in Germany. Presumably, the temple appeared in the IX century. From the 11th century, it passed into the possession of the Dominican Order, and from the 15th century, brothers of the Antonite Order were in charge of the temple. Many ancient Christian relics are kept inside. The church of St. Justin surrounds a garden with medicinal plants, which are actively used by the clergy.
Europatum is the highest TV tower and skyscraper in Western Europe (337 meters). When built in 1979, the building was much smaller - 295 meters, but as a result of the reconstruction in 2004, a 42-meter part was added to it. The tower is owned by a German telecommunications company and is closed to the public. Europatum became the first television tower in the city.
One of the highest skyscrapers in the city - 240 meters. The building consists of 56 floors and 4 underground levels. Maintower was built in 1999, it was the first skyscraper in Europe, whose facade was completely covered with glass. There is an observation deck on the roof, where a high-speed elevator leads. The site is popular with tourists, as it offers a magnificent view of the city, and there is also a restaurant.
Medieval fortification, preserved from the 15th century. The Eschenheim Tower was part of Frankfurt's powerful defensive system, consisting of 60 towers and thick walls. It is a Neo-Gothic building with battlements and a central spire. Nowadays, the tower houses a restaurant chosen by tourists, and the security room is adapted for a mini-hotel.
An authoritative German stock exchange founded in the 16th century. In those distant times, she provided for the needs of the Frankfurt fair. Today the exchange is one of the key platforms in Europe. It is housed in an elegant 19th-century neo-Renaissance mansion. In front of the building, according to tradition, exchange symbols are installed - sculptures of a bull and a bear.
A modern marketplace that houses dozens of boutiques, shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, a swimming pool, a sports club, and a multi-level underground garage. The facility was built in 2009, the project budget is 960 million euros. The shopping center harmoniously blended into the modern architecture of Frankfurt and quickly became a popular attraction.
Shopping street, one of the busiest in the city. It is here that all the guests of the city rush for shopping. There are a large number of products of recognizable brands. Numerous cafes and restaurants are always filled to capacity with tourists resting from shopping. There is a farmers' market on Konstablerwache Square where you can buy local goods: cheese, wine, vegetables and other natural products.
The construction connects the Old Town and Sachsenhausen. Up until the 70s. XIX century, it was the only crossing of the river Main. The bridge appeared in the Middle Ages, since then it has been rebuilt many times. A legend is connected with him: the devil offered help to the master who built the bridge. In return, he asked for the soul of the first person who would cross the crossing, but the rooster was the first to cross the bridge, so the demon left with nothing.
A crossing over the Main River, built in the 19th century, and over time turned into a city landmark. The bridge was built as a result of urgent need, as more routes were needed connecting the city center with its southern districts. As a result of increased public pressure on the magistrate, the authorities approved the project and found funding.
The zoological garden is located in the city center. It owes its existence and prosperity to the active creative work of director B. Grzimek, who managed to restore the zoo after a devastating war. Today, more than 4 thousand animals (400 species in total) live on the territory of the zoo. Popular attractions include visiting the nocturnal animal pavilion, where you can observe the life of aardvarks and bats.
City park laid out with the financial assistance of the Bethmann family of bankers. The highlights of the park are the chess court, where a huge playing field is drawn right on the pavement, and the Chinese garden, laid out in strict accordance with the principles of Feng Shui. The territory of the park is decorated with flower beds, shady alleys and decorative lawns, among which it is pleasant to spend warm summer evenings.
The botanical garden, covering an area of 22 hectares, is considered one of the largest in Germany. The garden was opened in 1871, H. Zismeyer worked on the landscape design of the area. Almost 9 hectares of territory are occupied by palm trees of all kinds, hence the name "Palmgarten" (Palm garden). The space of the park is designed for a relaxing family vacation or leisurely walks.
Sights of Frankfurt am Main - the most business city in Germany.
Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest metropolitan areas in Germany and the country's largest transport hub.
If you compare it with many German cities from a tourist point of view, then most likely it will lose. There are almost no traditional German " gingerbread houses”, and those that can still be found may disappoint due to historical reasons.
In Frankfurt am Main, the business and financial center of the country, the headquarters of European structures and consulates of many countries, the head offices of German banks, the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, as well as the offices of international and national corporations and thousands of smaller companies, hundreds of advertising and PR -agencies, legal and law firms, etc.
Frankfurt am Main is also called "Mainhattan" by the locals.
Therefore, the “face” of Frankfurt is, first of all, business city with skyscrapers(the only one of its kind in Germany), which can be admired from afar, from the embankment of the Main River, and rather faceless high-rise buildings on its outskirts, with walls covered with graffiti.
the historical center of this German city- Römer, or Römerberg- was almost completely destroyed during the bombing of Allied aircraft at the end of World War II. Today you can see only restored buildings, neat and bright, like any remake. But if your priority is not ancient architecture, and all sorts of museums, then Frankfurt am Main will not disappoint.
Therefore, it is quite possible to get an impression of the city during a long docking.
More about , at which transfer it is worth going to the city, and at which it is better to stay at the airport - here.
If you decide to stay in this city and the purpose of your trip is not to participate in one of the largest international fairs in Frankfurt, you should avoid periods of their holding. At this time, the cost of accommodation in hotels in Frankfurt increases significantly.
Römerberg is the square of Frankfurt am Main, around which there is a complex of historical buildings. To get here you need a U-Bahn station (it's the frankfurt subway)- station Dom/Romer.
The main attraction on the square is the building of the medieval city Römer town hall XVI century (1405). The complex of buildings, which today is one of the "postcard" symbols of Frankfurt, was badly damaged during the Second World War and today you can see its carefully restored version.
Near Römerberg is located Paulskirche, or St. Paul's Church. For the history of the city, this place is of particular importance, since in 1848 the first parliament, elected in the course of the democratic will of citizens, was located in the church building.
It is absolutely impossible to miss the main church of the city - a huge frankfurt cathedral, or the Imperial Cathedral of St. Bartholomew, where at one time the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire were crowned. This cathedral has also been restored to its original state prior to the bombing of Frankfurt at the end of the war. It impresses with realistic, skillfully executed statues of the Mother of God with Christ in her arms and scenes from his earthly life.
If you find yourself in Frankfurt am Main at the end of the year, then the Römerberg is also worth a look because there is a traditional Christmas Fair, by the way, one of the oldest in Germany. In 2018, it will be held from November 26 to December 22.
The best parks in Frankfurt am Main
Botanical Garden Palmengarten (Palmengarten);
- frankfurt zoo(one of the largest zoos in Germany is located in the city center, an article about it below) ;
- Chinese garden(also close to the historic center).
Best museums Frankfurt am Main
Interesting: Along the south bank of the Main in the center of Frankfurt is the so-called Museum Embankment, or Museum Embankment (museumsufer). A large number of various museums are concentrated here, as well as various cultural events, concerts, exhibitions are constantly held. open sky etc.
- Städel (Städel Art Institute and Art Gallery) contains one of the richest art collections in Germany;
- Senckenberg Museum(Museum of Natural History) - a huge private collection of dinosaur skeletons, stuffed animals, birds and reptiles. It will be very interesting for children and teenagers;
- German Museum cinema(the history of cinematography is shown from the very beginning to the present day)
Römerberg Square occupied by green, red and yellow men
City Hall Building (Römer)
Fountain at Römerberg Square
frankfurt cathedral
Chinese Garden, Frankfurt am Main
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