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 Indoor pool that's got the lot |
Fritz-Schubert-Ring 2 Frankfurt, HES 60388 Germany +49 61 093 5861 |
Particularly popular during autumn and winter, this indoor swimming pool boasts 1m and 3m diving boards, a pool for non-swimmers and a paddling pool. Visitors can use the sauna and solarium for an additional charge, or have a bite to eat in the cafeteria. The pool is closed during the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Monumental historic building complex |
Bolongarostraße 109 Höchst Frankfurt, HES 65929 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (Frankfurt Tourismus) |
In Höchst between 1772 and 1775 the Italian snuffbox factory owner, Bolongaro, built a palace for 2 million Gulden. The monumental complex is built in baroque style with a chapel, richly decorated rooms, a terrace, pavilion and sculptured gardens on the banks of the river Main. The driveway stretches more than 117m. The Bolongaro family, who had grown rich through their sales of tobacco, coffee and tea, had a seat in the then independent township of Hecht. Situated just west of the residence is the former tobacco factory. Since 1908 the palace has been in the trust of the town of Höchst. It is possible to get married here and public events are held in the gardens during the summer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Classical 19th century village church |
Huthmacherstraße 17-19 Sindlingen Frankfurt, HES 65931 Germany +49 69 2123 4640 (Frankfurt Tourismus) |
In 1823 the elders of the village of Sindlingen decided to demolish their old church (with the exception of the bell tower) and erect a new place of worship in its place. Although the village was only tiny (560 inhabitants) the new church was a goodly size, and towered over the neighbouring half-timbered houses. The inside of the church - with three naves, a semicircular eastern gallery and low roofs interwoven with powerful horizontal columns - is particularly impressive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's Largest Convertible Stadium |
Mörfelder Landstraße 362 Frankfurt 60598 Germany http://www.commerzbankarena.de |
Constructed from 2002 to 2005, the Commerzbank Arena is one of the world's largest convertible sports venues. The transparent roof gives the stadium an impressive cathedral-like feel, making this a worthy replacement of the old Waldstadion. The Stadium seats over 45,000 and there are several VIP boxes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church with Gothic influence |
Alt-Eschersheim 22 Frankfurt, HES 60433 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (Tourist Information Center) |
The parish church in the village of Escherheim was built in 1754. The church grounds - with their Gothic style military fence and gates - are reminiscent of something from the Middle Ages. The 'Emmauskirche' is made up of a three-dimensional Gothic choir with arrows, and a baroque ship with crests. The church lies in the old part of the village, near where the Landstraße crosses the river. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swimming near, but not in the river |
Konstanzer Straße 16 Fechenheim Frankfurt, HES 60386 Germany +49 69 412515 |
Fechenheim is situated on a bend of the river between Offenbach and Fechenheim Forest, and combines natural beauty with the questionable charms of an industrial district. The baths have plenty to offer: as well as a multi-purpose pool with 1m diving board, there is a paddling pool, a sauna and solarium (available for an additional fee). Water temperature is a pleasant 29C. The pool and sauna are open for women only on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Opening hours change during the summer holidays (mid-July to late August). Admission: EUR 2.50; concessions EUR 1.75 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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 Leather musuem |
Frankfurter Straße 86 Frankfurt, Hessen 63067 Germany +49 69 8297980 http://www.ledermuseum.de |
Offenbach has been the mainstay of Germany's leather industry since the late 18th century. Founded in 1917, the Leather Museum documents the history of leather production throughout the ages. As well as learning about the different techniques of leather making, visitors can also visit an exhibition which illustrates the many uses of leather. Articles on display include ancient leather wall coverings, medieval boxes and Goethe's original hat case as well as contemporary products and modern works of art. The museum also houses an ethnological exhibition and a shoe museum containing items ranging from a Roman soldier's sandals from the 1st century AD to the latest high heels. Admission: EUR 2,50; concessions EUR 1,25 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Germany's highest wooden tower |
Sachsenhäuser Landwehrweg / Im Stadtwald Frankfurt, HES 60599 Germany |
During the 19th century a lookout tower stood in the easterly section of the town forest. In 1931 a new tower made from wood was erected at the highest point in Sachsenhausen. As this area is supposed to have been a favourite spot of the famous poet Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, the tower was named after him. The building is made mainly from local forest wood. With a height of 43 metres and 198 steps, the tower is the highest wooden tower in Germany. From the top you get a breath-taking view of Frankfurt, the town forest and the surrounding area. On a clear day you can also see the mountains of Taunus, Spessart, Odenwald, Vogelsberg and further-afield. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swim yourself fit |
Melchiorstraße 21 Höchst Frankfurt, HES 65929 Germany +49 69 2124 5451 |
Hochst swimming baths comprises of a large pool, another pool for non-swimmers, a paddling pool and two diving boards (1m & 3m). The interior is decorated with plenty of plants, and the large windows provide a great view outdoors. There are special warm water days, and sessions are also organised for men or women only. Visitors can use the solarium and sauna for an additional charge, and a cafeteria serves refreshments. The pool is closed during the summer holidays (mid-July to late August). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Vineyards and vistas |
Auf dem Lohr Frankfurt, HES 60389 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 |
This park crowns the top of Frankfurt's highest hill, the Lorberg, some 5km from the centre of town. Created in 1919-30, Lohrpark offers a wonderful panorama of the city, the River Main, Taunus, and Odenwald, and is also home to the only vineyard within city limits. The Lohrberg-Schänke offers thirsty visitors a selection of refreshments. An experimental garden and orchard are attached to the park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chapel turned cowshed |
Am Königshof 56 Frankfurt, HES 60388 Germany +49 69 1530 8128 http://www.nikolauskapelle.de/ |
This late Gothic chapel was built on the site of an old monastery in the village of Bergen in 1524. Yet the church was only used as a place of worship for 2 years. For as the Reformation spread throughout Germany, churches were closed by the hundred and this particular late-Gothic building was turned into a cowshed and storage room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The old Town Hall in Bergen |
Marktstraße Frankfurt, HES 60388 Germany +49 61 093 2609 |
The small town of Bergen, which now belongs to the city of Frankfurt, has the traffic route of the traders to thank for its economic position. During the first half of the 14th century a law hall and market hall were built here. Finally in the 16th century the function of these places was changed by the town hall. A solid half-timbered construction with a 5-sided renaissance oriole was put in place in the massive gothic ground hall between 1520-30. The baroque roof with its weather vanes originates from 1704. Above the westerly gates there is a Fratzenstein, a late gothic head. A Heimatmuseum (Regional Museum) has been open to visitors since 1959. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hey, hey we're the monkeys |
Königsteiner Straße 35 Frankfurt, HES 61476 Germany +49 6173 79749 http://www.opelzoo.com |
Situated in the middle of the forest near Kronberg in Taunus, this zoo boasts a fantastic variety of wild animals from every continent, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, monkeys and wild cats. The enclosures are large and designed with the animals in mind. A special section contains farm animals which the kids can feed and stroke. There are a number of play areas with slides, trampolines, cable cars and a miniature railway. The zoo is named after Adam Opel, founder of the motor company which bears his name. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The cider king |
Eschborner Landstraße 156-162 Rödelheim Frankfurt, HES 60489 Germany +49 69 789 9040 http://www.possmann.de |
Not all apple wines are made by Possman but this traditional cider house does claim a rather large share in the market. The company an integral part of the city and the locals love the end product. You can go on a tour of the factory to learn how the apple wine is made. This includes a free sample. Children, Students and concessions are admitted free of charge. Cheers! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Protection from thieves and highwaymen |
Darmstädter Landstraße 279 Sachsenhausen Frankfurt, HES 60598 Germany |
In 1470, as a deterrent to thieves and highwaymen, the governing authorities of Sachsenhausen built a stone lookout tower at the highest point of the town, on the main street. Later a house was built here, in which the chief forester took up residency. On the west side of the building, four "crosses of sin" were erected. The tower was twice seriously damaged and rebuilt: after a 16th century fire and a WWII bombing raid. The house, however, was never rebuilt and only a few remains can be seen today. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baroque church in the old town |
Augustinerstraße 34 Frankfurt, RP 55116 Germany +49 61 31 2660 http://www.mainz.de/WGAPublish... |
Having survived the Second World War virtually unscathed, the Augustinerkirche (St. Augustine's) has retained a splendour unusual for this part of Germany. Used as a monastery by the monks of the Augustinian order from 1260-1803, the main building stems from 1768 and is now the seminary for the diocese. Painter Johann Baptist Enderle has paid tribute to the life of St. Augustine with some fantastic frescos on the ceiling, and one of the few surviving organs built by master craftsman Johann Heinrich Stumm stands under the main window. In 1851 the church was renamed 'Liebfrauenkirche' (Church of the Holy Virgin), but the people of Mainz will always know it as 'St. Augustine's'. Mass is held from 6:15p onwards on Thursdays during academic semesters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest church in Frankfurt |
Justiniusplatz Frankfurt, HES 65925 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (Frankfurt Tourismus) |
This place of worship is the oldest church in Frankfurt. First erected in the 7th century, a triple-nave basilica with a T-shaped ground plan and sandstone columns was added in the 9th century. During the 15th century, the building (then used as a parish church) slowly began to take the shape we know today, with its Gothic chancel, three chapels with fan vaults and a main portal. The column arcades from the original nave remain intact. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Roman-style entertainment |
Walter-Möller-Platz 2 Nordweststadt Frankfurt, HES 60439 Germany +49 69 2134 8100 / +49 69 2134 8130 http://www.titusthermen-frankf... |
With a baby pool, pools with streams and waterfalls, a grotto, rocks and a 50 meter slide, Titus thermal baths offer fun and relaxation for the whole family. For an extra charge visitors can use the gym, bowling alley, solarium, massage parlour and sauna. A special children's programme with painting, music and water games takes place every Saturday afternoon. Special family rates are available every other Saturday. The baths are closed during the summer holidays (mid-July to late August). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of Transport |
Rheinlandstraße 133 Schwanheim Frankfurt, HES 60529 Germany +49 69 212 6209 http://www.frankfurter-museen.... |
Located in a former tram depot in the district of Schwanheim, the Museum of Transport is entirely devoted to the 130-year-old history of public transport in Frankfurt. The exhibition includes around 30 vehicles such as the first horse-drawn carriage used by the Frankfurt Tram Company in 1872, as well as vintage buses, trams, and more modern means of transport. Historical underground maps, signal boxes, signs, pictures, uniforms and a collection of tickets complete the collection. Admission: EUR 1.50 Review © 2007, Wcities |