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 European sculptures from 800-1800 |
Schaumainkai 71 Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 69 21238617 http://www.liebieghaus.de/gast... |
Berlin's Bode Museum - widely regarded as one of Europe's finest museums of sculpture and fine art - is currently being renovated and has kindly lent its collection to Frankfurt's Liebieghaus until 2005. Approximately 60 sculptures are on show, including masterpieces like Giovanni Pisano's lectern, the Mother of God by Dangelsheim and a crucifix by Gianlorenzo Bernini. Guided tours are given on Sundays at 3pm. Admission: EUR 2.50; concessions EUR 1.25 (includes admission to the permanent collection) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Place of worship with baroque altar |
Walter-Kolb-Straße Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
In 1309, the Archbishop of Mainz commissioned a Gothic church, which was to be a hospital for the German Holy Order. During the 18th century, the place of worship received an impressive baroque altar as well as a baroque façade, in order to match the new convent building which had been built in the meanwhile. In 1881, the church received a new interior, along with a neo-baroque main altar. The late-Gothic side-altars are particularly remarkable and worth seeing, as is the Gothic sculpture of The Beheading of John the Baptist. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church of the Three Kings |
Färberstraße / Löherstraße Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
From the top of this 80m high neo-Gothic tower, you can enjoy splendind panorama views over the river Main and the district of Sachsenhausen. In 1338, a hospital chapel was built here. This later became a parish church (1452) and a protestant church (1531). Despite multiple renovations, the church was in such disrepair that it was knocked down in the late 19th century. Plans for a new sandstone building were drawn up, and the Dreikönigskirche (Church of the Three Kings) was opened in 1881. The neo-Gothic main hall is reminiscent of many of Frankfurt's other sacred buildings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Classical watchtowers |
Affentorplatz 1-2 Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
These two classical watchtowers were built between 1810-1811 in Sachsenhausen and formed part of the new security system for the town in the era of the Grand Duchy of Frankfurt. The square, three-storey constructions with sloped gable roofs were located on either side of the main city gate. They have large entrance halls and are each connected to the gate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Communication Museum |
Schaumainkai 53 Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 69 6 0600 http://www.museumsstiftung.de |
The Communication Museum deals with the development of communication over the centuries and includes numerous original exhibits such as early mailboxes, uniforms, telephones, postcards and stamps. An original Bell telephone and a piece of underwater cable from the first transatlantic telephone line are particularly interesting historical artefacts. Visitors can also try their hand at Morse code and other forms of electronic communication. Various films elucidate specific exhibits and particular themes. The building was extended in 1990 and is now a modern, well-organised and detailed museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A very special footbridge |
Eiserner Steg Frankfurt, HES Germany http://www.eisernersteg.com/ |
The Eiserne Steg, probably Frankfurt's best known bridge, is a romantic 19th century footbridge over the river Main. The bridge itself is made of iron, the bridgeheads of red sandstone. The 174 metre-long footpath has been adapted several times over the years, and is now accessible for children and the disabled. Blown up towards the end of WWII, today's bridge is a reconstruction of the old Eiserner Steg. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fountain of cider |
Klappergasse Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
This fountain is not particularly old, but it has nonetheless become a symbol for the district of Old Sachsenhausen which is otherwise known for its traditional apple wine pubs. Erected in 1963, Frau-Rauscher-Brunnen is situated in one of Sachsenhausen's typical narrow streets. Surrounded by lop-sided, half-timbered houses, this is the kind of street that tourists love to meander through. If you happen to come upon Frau Rauscher ('Rauscher' is the name given to a partly fermented cider), you'll get a surprise you weren't expecting! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National Museum of Architecture |
Schaumainkai 43 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 69 2123 8844 http://www.dam-online.de |
Opened in 1984, the National Museum of Architecture is housed inside a beautiful 19th century villa. In fact, the concept of the museum is mirrored in the unusual design of the building: architect Oswald Mathias Ungers hollowed out the old neo-classical building and created a 'house within a house'. Spread out over many different levels, visitors can view the tremendous collection of ancient and new building plans and models. Rotating exhibitions on classic architects like Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe or Walter Gropius come just as highly recommended as the exhibitions on particular schools of architecture and lectures. The fascinating permanent exhibition on the top floor is entitled 'From the caveman's hut to the skyscraper'. EUR 4; concessions EUR 2. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National film museum |
Schaumainkai 41 Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 (0)69 2123 8830 http://www.deutsches-filmmuseu... |
The National Film Museum was opened in June 1994 and consists of private collections, among them the archives of producer Paul Sauerler, film historian Lotte Eisner, actress Lilian Harvey and the avant-garde filmmaker Oskar Fischinger. The history of film, its theory and aesthetics are presented in an informative and vivid form over the museum's seven floors. As well as the permanent exhibitions about film production and cinematic history, the museum also has film, poster, photographic and text archives, a library and video library, a specialist bookshop and a cafe. The Kommunale Kino (Communal Cinema) on the lower ground floor shows films from the museum's collection three to four times a day. Film weeks, retrospectives, silent films with live music, children's films, experimental and documentary films are all part of the repertoire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Baroque style in Sachsenhausen |
Brückenstraße 3-7 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
On remaining Gothic land between 1709 and 1715, a German holy house was built on the Mainübergang between Sachsenhausen and Frankfurt. The building, with its baroque portals and the knights chamber, were where the most important decisions for the German church were made (united Christian ruler of the German nation) During the Second World War the building was destroyed by fire. In the 1960's a re-building program was resumed on the convent building. Through this, however, the building lost some of its original splendour. Today the building houses an icon museum, which is situated in the former refectory. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One more for the road |
Hainer Weg 60-64 Frankfurt, HES 60599 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (Frankfurt Tourismus) |
This white, 120 metre-high silo was built in 1961 by the Henninger brewery to store up to 16,000 tons of barley. As such, it is the tallest brewery in the country. 761 steps lead up to the viewing platform which offers fine views of the city and the surrounding countryside. A rotating restaurant is located in the tower along with a small museum devoted to the history of brewing. The building is also linked with a major sporting event: every year, the world's best cyclists meet to race round the Henninger Tower circuit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swaying on the bridge |
Holbeinsteg Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (tourism office) |
In 1990, a second footbridge was built over the river Main to connect the district of Sachsenhausen with the city. This modern suspension bridge was constructed by a well-known Frankfurt architect and hangs from red and blue cables which, in turn, hang from two pairs of pylons. The views from the bridge are great: in one direction you have a great view of the museums, and in the other, you can marvel at the impressive Frankfurt skyline. But be careful - the bridge sways! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stone house |
Markt 42-44 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 21 9314 x0 http://www.fkv.de |
A wealthy trader from Cologne built this sturdy building in 1464. The impressive natural stone front was particularly unusual at the time, as most other buildings in the city were made of wood. The name, House of Stone, thus dates back to the early days. The building served as a warehouse for all kind of goods which were brought to the city to be sold at the market. Destroyed during World War II, the Steinernes Haus was rebuilt in 1960 and now hosts exhibitions by the Frankfurt Art Association. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jewish museum in the Rothschildpalais |
Untermainkai 14-15 Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 2123 5000 http://www.juedischesmuseum.de |
Before 1933, Frankfurt boasted the second largest Jewish community in Germany after Berlin. The Jewish Museum in the Rothschildpalais provides visitors with an overview of Jewish culture and an insight into the development of the Jewish community from the 12th century onwards. A replica of Frankfurt's Judengasse (Jewish alley) in the Middle Ages gives visitors an idea of what life in the Jewish ghetto used to be like. The exhibition also explores recent history with a wall containing the names of the Jews who were deported and murdered during the Nazi era. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient tower on the city wall |
Große Rittergasse 118 Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 1 2123 (Frankfurt Tourismus De) |
This building, dating from 1490, is the last remaining tower belonging to the former defence system of the area of Sachsenhausen, which is situated on the other side of the river Main. The square tower, from which archers could shoot in four different directions, is topped by a pyramid-shaped roof. In 1923, Swiss composer Paul Hindemith, who was at the time concert master at the Frankfurt Opera House, lived on the top floor. It was here that he composed his operas Cardilliac and Marienleben. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seven museums on the riverbank |
Schaumainkai Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 2123 0141 |
Schaumainkai, the quay on the southern bank of the River Main between Friedensbrücke and Dreikönigskirche, is also known as Museumsufer ('museum bank'). Seven important museums are clustered here, most of them housed in magnificent 19th century mansions. The Liebighaus, Städel Art Institute, Communications Museum, National Museum of Architecture, National Film Museum, Museum of Popular Culture and the Museum of Applied Arts are all dotted around the wonderful landscape gardens which were originally laid out in the 19th century. In September the quay hosts the three-day Museumsufer Festival, one of Frankfurt's most popular open-air attractions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of applied art |
Schaumainkai 17 Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 2123 4037 / +49 69212 38 530 http://www.museumfuerangewandt... |
Founded in 1877 by a group of private citizens, this museum was extended in the 1980s and is now run by the City of Frankfurt, boasting a total of over 30,000 exhibits. The pieces on display are all from East Asia, Islam or Europe and include everyday items (glass bottles, ceramic dishes, textiles etc.) from the Middle Ages to the present day. There is also a carefully selected collection of books and drawings. In the summer, visitors can enjoy refreshments in the museum's outdoor café. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of Ethnology |
Schaumainkai 29-37 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 2123 1510 |
Located in a beautiful villa on the Museumsufer, the Museum of Ethnology was fully renovated and reopened in 1998. The museum now houses temporary exhibitions devoted to different regions, cultures and ways of life, with the aim of promoting mutual understanding. The presentations deal with issues such as the environment, economics, politics, science, art, medicine, parenthood, law and religion. Founded in 1904, the museum houses over 60,000 artefacts from Africa, South East Asia, America, the Pacific and Europe. The gallery on Schaumainkai 37 displays works by unknown artists from Africa, Latin America and Asia. Admission: EUR 4 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rothschild's Villa & Jewish Museum |
Untermainkai 14-15 Juedisches Museum Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 69 2123 5000 http://www.juedischesmuseum.de |
Built in 1820-21 for the Jewish banker Joseph Isaak Speyer, this magnificent residence was bought in 1846 by Baron Mayar Carl von Rothschild, who then had it altered and extended. Rothschild used the villa as a summer residence and its splendid interior now gives visitors an insight into the lifestyle of an aristocratic German family. The staircase, with its mirrors and coloured marble finish, leads down to several reception rooms, of which three still have their original decor. After the Baron's death in 1886, the rooms were transferred into the hands of a foundation which installed the Rothschild Library. In 1928, the City of Frankfurt took over the house and moved a section of the municipal library here. Between 1984-88, both buildings were restored and a Jewish museum established, displaying exhibits of the daily and religious life of Frankfurt's Jews. Admision is EUR2.60 per person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of Icons |
Brückenstraße 3-7 Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 2123 6262 http://www.ikonenmuseumfrankfu... |
More than a hundred Russian icons can be seen in this section of the Museum of Applied Art. Numerous examples of different schools of painting, and metal icons from the 16th to the 19th century are on display. One of the highlights of the collection is the section entitled "Icons and Medicine", which depict, deciper and explain Jesus' miracles from the scientist's point of view. The museum also houses a restoration workshop and a specialist library. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church made from reinforced concrete |
Holbeinstraße 70 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 69 631 1026 |
In the 1920s, Sachsenhausen's Catholic community ran a competition to design a new church. The winner was architect Martin Weber, who began building a church out of reinforced concrete. The result was certainly different: the end of the gallery is marked by four sides of an hexagonal tower; the aisle begins with pointed archways; and the entrance, which is accessed via a staircase, is attached to the easterly side of the building. The somewhat unusual design of the church caused much controversy at the time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bar on the bridge |
Schaumainkai 17 Eisner Steg Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany +49 69 6032 5667 |
Situated on Eiserner Steg bridge and with fantastic views of the city skyline and the river, this bar just can't be beaten in terms of location. Frankfurt's in-crowd meet on the terrace on balmy summer evenings or in the cosy little bar during the winter. The interior contains numerous niches - perfect for an intimate conversation or a romantic rendezvous. The bar serves countless cocktails and long drinks as well as the usual selection of wine and beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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European painters throughout the ages |
Schaumainkai 63 Frankfurt, HES 60596 Germany +49 69 6050980 http://www.staedelmuseum.de |
The oldest and best known of Frankfurt's museums, the Städelsches Kunstinstitut (Städel Institute of Art) was founded in 1816 by local businessman and art collector Johann Friedrich Städel. Covering every epoch between the 14th-21st centuries, the museum contains works by some of the greatest painters of all time. The collection consists of some 3,300 works of art, 650 of which are on show in the permanent exhibition. Special exhibitions covering the most diverse of subjects are organised on a regular basis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For the love of art |
Dürerstraße 2 Städelsches Kunstinstitut und Städtische Galerie Frankfurt, Hesse 60596 Germany +49 (0)69 60 5098 x200 http://www.staedelmuseum.de/ |
Located on Dürerstraße, the Städel Museum holds a number of art exhibitions every week. Talented artistes from Germany and other countries display their paintings and sketches at this venue. Visit if you want to take a look at different themes—several topics like nature, history, religion, violence and love are explored by the artistes. The museum also houses a bookshop and a library. So if you have a passion for art, and want to know more about its present and past, this is where you should be. Check the website for a detailed schedule of events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant manor house in Sachsenhausen |
Schaumainkai 15 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60594 Germany |
Between 1802 and 1804, Frankfurt chemist Peter Salzwedel erected an elegant manor house in Sachsenhausen. With its five axes and three storeys, the villa is a typical example of a wealthy family home at the time. The corridor which runs through the centre of the house is particularly characteristic of this type of building. The villa takes its name from factory owner Georg Friedrich Metzler, who re-designed the house in 1865. In the gardens you will find a romantic summerhouse. The building can be reached from the first floor of the Museum of Applied Arts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neo-classical domicile |
Kennedyallee 151 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60598 Germany |
In 1904, a wine merchant by the name of Hermann Mumm built this black brick domicile in neo-classical style. The symmetrical construction is made more pronounced by a vaulted driveway and frontispiece. A spacious semi-circular terrace was built at the back of the house. Between the wars, the gardens were divided from the rest of the house and subsequently built upon. A 1970s building complex now stands on the site of the old stables. 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 |