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 The financial district |
Westend Frankfurt, HES 60325 Germany |
Frankfurt's love affair with the world of finance began as long ago as the Middle Ages, when traders from all over Europe brought their wares to the city for sale. Over the past few decades, Frankfurt has developed into one of the world's most important financial metropolises. Most German banks now have their head offices in the Taunus area, as do the European Central Bank and numerous other major international institutions. The wish to be the biggest and the best is reflected in the financial district's skyline, affectionately known by locals as 'Mainhattan' because of its mass of skyscrapers. In September, some of these buildings are open to the public for a 'skyscraper festival', when visitors can climb to the top of the Commerzbank building (258m) and enjoy the view from the twin towers of the Deutsche Bank (155 m) and the Messeturm (256m). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frankfurt cathedral |
Domplatz 14 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 297 0320 (Katholisches Dompfarramt St. Bartholom?us) http://www.dom-frankfurt.de/ |
Originally built as a parish church in 1235, an edict of 1356 decreed that all German emperors be elected here, thus conferring cathedral status upon the church. The cathedral was rebuilt several times over the years: after a devastating fire in 1867 and after World War II. The only parts of the original interior which survived are the frieze of St. Bartholemew, the choir stalls and the Maria-Schlaf altar. The tower contains a masterpiece of the early Renaissance period - a sculpture by Hans Backoffen portraying a scene from the crucifixion. The museum houses some of the cathedral's treasures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frankfurt airport |
Frankfurt Airport-Center Frankfurt, HES 60549 Germany +49 69 6900 http://www.flughafen-frankfurt... |
Massively extended in the 1970s and with a second terminal added in the 1980s, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is now one of Europe's busiest and most important airports. Known as the 'gateway to Europe', passengers from all over the world arrive, depart or change planes here. A plane takes off or lands every two minutes and around 45 million people pass through the airport every year. Around 108 airlines fly to and from Frankfurt. With some 14,000 underground parking spaces, parking at Frankfurt Airport is not a problem. Apart from the usual airport amenities like shops and a multitude of restaurants and bars, there is also an airport clinic, a play area, a prayer room and dog kennels. The airport is connected to Frankfurt city centre by S-Bahn (regional railway) and by express trains which depart from the airport station every 15 minutes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frankfurt Stock Exchange |
Börsenplatz 4 Frankfurt, HES 60313 Germany +49 69 2111 1670 / +49 69 2111 1515 http://www.exchange.de |
The Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE) is the world's third largest market for stocks, shares and foreign currencies. With a turnover of 75% of all shares traded, it is also the largest stock exchange in Germany. As long ago as the 16th century, several traders made a pact to establish exchange rates for the various currencies coming into the city during trade fairs. This was the forerunner of the FSE. The stock exchange building - a tribute to the High Renaissance style - stems from 1879 when it replaced the old building next to Paulskirche church. Visitors can watch the traders in action from a balcony above the trading floor - a fascinating spectacle. A large screen shows the movements of the DAX (the German share index), while individual share prices can be seen on monitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Frankfurt book fair |
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1 Westend Frankfurt, HES 60327 Germany +49 69 692 1020 http://www.frankfurter-buchmes... |
The world's oldest and largest book fair was founded back in the 16th century and now attracts 10,000 trade visitors from over 100 countries. Once reserved for trade visitors only, the doors have now opened to the general public. Each year a special pavilion exhibits works by authors from a particular country. Numerous promotional events take place during the fair including countless recitals, lectures and exhibitions. The highlight is the presentation of the German Publishers' Peace Prize at Paulskirche church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Galloping hooves on the turf |
Schwarzwaldstraße 125 Niederrad Frankfurt, HES 60528 Germany +49 69 6780 900 http://www.renn-klub-frankfurt.de |
Back in 1865, this grassy area some 5km south of Frankfurt was turned into a racecourse for around 6,000 spectators. The terraces, originally modelled on those in Paris, have since been replaced, but one of the entrance buildings still boasts its original towers and turnstiles. The Frankfurt Racing Association organises a variety of meetings every season, the highlights being the Grosse Preis von Hessen (Hessen grand prix) and the Carl von Weinberg Cup. A place for experts and enthusiasts, but also for total novices just wanting a fun afternoon out. The minimum stake is EUR2. Admission costs EUR4-EUR15. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Goethe's birthplace |
Großer Hirschgraben 28 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 13 8800 http://www.goethehaus-frankfur... |
The house where Goethe was born on August 28 1749, is a fine example of how the well-to-do lived in the late baroque era. In 1733 Goethe's family acquired two neighboring half-timbered houses in Großen Hirschgraben. The family sold the property in 1795, by which time Goethe himself had already moved to Weimar. It is also worth taking a trip to the adjoining Goethe Museum, which was recently renovated and contains both a library and a bookshop. The house itself is a reconstruction of the original which was destroyed in the Second World War. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Main train station |
Am Hauptbahnhof Bahnhofsviertel Frankfurt, HES 60329 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (Tourist Information Center) |
Frankfurt's main train station was opened in 1888 after five hard years of construction work. It is still one of the largest train stations in Europe with 25 platforms and over 1,500 trains departing every day. The monumental natural stone facade features an ornamental clock and is crowned by a sculpture of Atlas bearing the earth on his shoulders. The building is split up into three halls, all of which have been recently renovated. The station now boasts dozens of shops, food outlets and a stylish waiting room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medieval city walls |
Fahrgasse Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany |
The Medieval city walls from the 12th century comprise a deep moat, high outer walls and gates. The 6-8m high city wall was further strengthened by archers' bow windows at the top. After the expansion of the town in the 14th century, the Jewish population settled in the eastern part of Frankfurt, behind the walls. Today, the remains of the defences can be viewed near the Zeil, where Töngesgasse and Fahrgasse meet. The route of the wall can still be observed in Frankfurt's road system today. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Jewish cemetery |
Battonnstraße 2 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 2123 4640 (Tourist Information Center) |
The Old Jewish Cemetery contains more than 5000 tombs, some of which are many centuries old. The cemetery was established in 1462, close to the Jewish ghetto, and served the local Jewish community for several hundred years. The famous Jewish banker, Amschel Rothschild, is buried here with his family. Partially destroyed during the Nazi reign of terror, the cemetery is now part of a memorial which contains the names of 11,134 Frankfurt Jews who were murdered by the Nazis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Concert and conference centre |
Opernplatz 1 City Frankfurt, HES 60313 Germany +49 69 134 0219 http://www.alteoper.de |
The Old Opera House still looks as magnificent and imposing as it did when it was opened by Kaiser Wilhelm I in 1880. The building was financed by wealthy Frankfurt citizens and was designed in Italian Renaissance style by Richard Lucae. Destroyed in a 1944 air raid, it was rebuilt in 1964-81 and renamed the 'Old Opera Concert and Conference Centre'. The main auditorium, with seating for about 2,500 people, is the central part of the building and is used for concerts, conferences and other events. Smaller rooms can be hired for functions. Visitors can obtain refreshments in the café, the restaurant or the bistro. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Frankfurt Town Hall |
Römerberg 23 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 2123 3176 http://www.frankfurt-reisefueh... |
Frankfurt Town Hall, as it stands today, is made up of a hotch-potch of different buildings. The first buildings to be constructed here were the Zum Römer House and the next-door guest-house, Goldener Schwan in 1405. Over the ensuing centuries more and more buildings were added, and others demolished. At the beginning of the 20th century, two building complexes (north and south) were erected next to Paulsplatz, and were joined by a bridge. Designed in a Renaissance and Baroque architectural style, these buildings fit in well with the earlier buildings. They are decorated with reliefs depicting local events, such as the the harvesting of cider apples. One particular draw is the exquisitely decorated Kaisersaal (Emperor's Hall) in the Rathaus. The Rathaus is the seat of the Lord Mayor of Frankfurt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the first German parliament |
Paulsplatz Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 28 1098 |
Paulskirche (St. Paul's Church) became famous not as a church, but as a meeting place. Built to replace the Barfüßerkirche (Church of the Barefooted), it was opened in 1833. The first freely-elected German parliament sat here in 1848; it met 99 times and passed 59 articles which are still part of the German constitution today. Destroyed in an air-raid in 1944, the church was rebuilt in 1947/48 as a memorial to the horrors of war. The simple hall is now a venue for important events such as the annual German Peace Prize ceremony and the City of Frankfurt's Goethepreis awards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stadium for sport and concerts |
Mörfelder Landstraße 362 Frankfurt, HES 60598 Germany +49 (0)69 67 8040 http://www.ffm-waldstadion.de/ |
Home of Eintracht Frankfurt - the city's biggest football club - since the 1920s, the Waldstadion is now part of a huge sports complex, which includes a hockey field, tennis courts, open-air swimming pool and golf course. The football club shares the stadium with Frankfurt Galaxy American Football Club. Other events such as open-air concerts also take place here here. Parking spaces are available, although it is better to come by public transport for major events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fruit, vegetables and new age architecture |
Rückertstraße 6 Frankfurt, HES 60314 Germany |
When it was built in 1928, the Großmarkthalle (wholesale market hall) was described as 'a forward-looking, yet functional new age building'. 250m long, 50m wide and 38m high, this reinforced concrete structure is flanked on both sides by imposing storage towers. The Großmarkthalle is one of the largest structures of its kind in Germany, and serves as an important depot for fruit and vegetables imported from France, Italy, Holland and Spain, with some 200 traders selling their produce here in the early morning. The building has been a listed monument since 1972. Review © 2007, Wcities |