Frankfurt Germany

Frankfurt on the Main (pronounced “mine”) is the financial centre of Germany. Because of its location on the Main river and the skyline similar to New York City it is often called the “Manhattan of Germany” or “Mainhatten”. It is home to one of the most important stock exchanges of Europe. The German Central Bank as well as the European Central Bank have their headquarters here also.

Because of the enormous airport, which is handling over 55 million passengers each year, Frankfurt will be the first point of many visitors when travelling to Germany. Frankfurt is also host to many trade fairs like the International Motor Show IAA or the world’s largest book fair, so there is an endless coming and going of Germany business travelers. Because of numerous job opportunities in and around Frankfurt, the region attracts many people from all over Germany and also many foreigners.

During World War II the medieval city of Frankfurt was unfortunately destroyed by heavy bombing of the allied forces. After the war, Frankfurt recovered quite quickly. Many sights and important building were rebuilt very fast and an efficient underground transportation system was developed.

But Frankfurt is not only a finance and business centre. It offers numerous cultural activities, for instance a rich collection of museums, galleries and a lively club and music scene.

Roemer and Roemerberg Frankfurt

The Roemer (which means Roman) is the landmark of Frankfurt am Main located at Frankfurt's central square called the Roemerberg (The Roman's hill). It is the town hall of Frankfurt and was built in the 14th century. It consists of three houses called Old Limpurg, The Roman, and Lion's Stone.

The building was totally destroyed during World War II, but it was built up again shortly after the war was over. The emperor's room of the Roman provides paintings of the 52 kings and emperors, who were crowned right there.

The Roman's Hill is the best starting point for your Frankfurt sightseeing tour and a must see for every visitor. Here, you have the Roman, the St. Nicolas Church, the reconstructed half-timbered houses on the east and the ancient monument of Justitia, the roman god of justice. From the Roman's Hill you have a perfect view on St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt Cathedral and the Liebfrauenkiche. Not for nothing Roemerberg is one of the most frequently photographed locations in Germany.

Frankfurt Germany Palmengarten

The central park of Frankfurt Germany! Since it was founded in 1868, the Palmengarten is a place to enjoy and relax throughout the whole year. Many restaurants, a beautiful pond with boats and a unique collection of tropical and local plants make this place to a highlight of Frankfurt.

But there is a lot more to see at Palmengarten. For example the palm house, the house of roses, endangered plant species and a Tropicarium, which creates different climate zones with their flora.

Visitors can either explore the garden on themselves or take a guided tour. The Palmengarten is also a place for events like exhibitions, concerts and festivals. Esspecially in summer this place should not be passed by when visiting Frankfurt.

Frankfurt Germany Stock Exchange

The leading German stock exchange is located right in the inner city of Frankfurt. The symbols for all stock exchange speculators, bull and bear, grace the forecourt of this amazing building.

The Frankfurt Stock Exchange is one of the most important financial centers worldwide. It established it's leading role over the last 60 years. Operator of the stock exchange is the Deutsche Boerse AG.

The stock exchange can be visited free of charge every monday to friday 10am - 1 pm. A guided tour is inclusive, but of course you have to register beforehand.

Frankfurt Senckenberg: Museum of Natural History

The Senckenberg is the most famous museum of natural history in Germany. It was built between 1904 and 1907 right beside the Johann-Wolfgang Goethe University and offers a tremendous collection of over 0.5 million exhibits from all eras of the history of earth.

The most impressive is the exhibition room of the dinosaurs, which contains exuviaes of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the Triceratops and the Quetzalcoatlus, the biggest pterosaurian known to mankind. Especially children are fancied by the dinosaurs collection.

St. Paul's Cathedral Frankfurt

When you want to get to know something about German history, St. Paul's Cathedral is a must see when being in Frankfurt. It is located in the inner city of Frankfurt, just across the street of the Roemer.

St. Paul's Cathedral is a national monument and the symbol for German democracy. It was built from 1789 to 1833. From 1848 to 1849, it was the site of the Frankfurt Parliament, the first representation of the German people ever which passed the "Civil Rights of the German People". St. Paul's Cathedral was totally destroyed during World War II, but also one of the first rebuild buildings, which shows its significant importance for the German people. In 1948, St. Paul's Cathedral was inaugurated on the occasion of the 100^th anniversary of the Frankfurt Parliament. Since then, it has been a place of memory for the start of German democracy.

The Cathedral has been renovated from 1988 to 1991. Today, there is a permanent exhibition called "St. Paul's Cathedral- Symbol of democratic freedom and national unity". The assembly room is used by the town of Frankfurt Germany for ceremonial occasions like the Goethe Prize of Frankfurt, a German literary award.