Frankfurt

Frankfurt is a popular tourist destination in Germany. A lively cultural scene is supported by its diversity, in addition to its infrastructure and economy. Frankfurt is one of the world’s most prominent financial centers and Germany’s financial capital, followed by Hamburg and Stuttgart.

Frankfurt Cathedral (Frankfurter Dom) is the main Catholic church of Frankfurt, dedicated to St. Bartholomew. The Gothic structure was built in the 14th and 15th centuries on the foundation of an earlier Merovingian church. Frankfurt’s St. Paul’s Church (Paulskirche) is a national historic landmark that was partially destroyed during WWII. After the war, it was quickly reconstructed and is primarily utilized for exhibitions and gatherings.

Frankfurt has a rich cultural scene with endless museums, theatres, and operas. The Alte Oper was formerly an opera house named “Old Opera.” It was one of Germany’s great opera theaters until it was severely devastated during World War II. It was a ruin until the late 1970s, earning its title of “Germany’s most beautiful ruin.” In 1981, it was renovated and reopened. It is now a prominent concert venue, with operas staged at the “new” Frankfurt Opera. The inscription on the Alte Oper’s frieze says “Dem Wahren, Schönen, Guten” (“To the true, beautiful, and good”).

The Museumsufer (Museum Embankment) in Frankfurt is a must-see for art and culture enthusiasts. This neighborhood, located on the banks of the Main River, is home to a number of world-class museums. There is something for everyone, from the Städel Museum, which displays classics from the Middle Ages to modern art, to the German Film Museum and the Museum of Communication.

Frankfurt is one of the few European cities with a substantial number of skyscrapers. It is home to 18 of Germany’s 19 skyscrapers. The majority of skyscrapers and high-rise office buildings are located in the financial district (Bankenviertel) near downtown, around the trade fair grounds (Europaviertel), and on Mainzer Landstraße, which connects the two districts. Skyscrapers include the Commerzbank Tower and the Messeturm, the EU’s second and third-tallest buildings.

Frankfurt is known as a “green city” because it has extensive forests, many parks, the Main riverbanks, and botanical gardens. More than half of the territory within the city limits is protected green space. Some examples are Frankfurter Grüngürtel (The Green Belt) – a ring-shaped public green space around the city, and the Mainuferpark (Main Riverbanks Park) - a car-free zone with vast green space that is popular with strollers and tourists, particularly during the summer.

In addition to all of the above, Frankfurt hosts many festivals throughout the year, including Museumsuferfest, one of Germany’s most significant cultural festivals, with 20 museums staying up late into the night. It features live music, dancing performances, and booths selling crafts, jewelry, clothing, and food from across the world. Moreover, Frankfurt also has a very active nightlife, and they even have a Nacht der Clubs Festival, where up to 20 clubs can be attended for €12 with a single ticket. Typically, club-door regulations are loosened to attract new clients.

Frankfurt is a city that flawlessly blends tradition and modernity, enticing visitors with its abundance of attractions and energetic culture. Frankfurt provides an enriching experience for every traveler, from its ancient sites and world-class museums to its tranquil parks and lively festivals.