This place of worship is the oldest church in Frankfurt am Main. 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.
The Städel Museum holds a number of art exhibitions every week. You can find exquisite art exhibitions featuring old masters like Caravaggio, Michelangelo as well as contemporary regional artists. The permanent collection includes works by the likes of Renoir, Botticelli, Rembrandt, extending from the medieval age to the contemporary era. Admire the numerous sculptures, art installations and photography collections on display as you explore themes like nature, history, religion, violence and love. The museum also houses a bookshop, a café and a library. Various seminars, events and workshops are organized throughout the year. Guided tours are available.
Schaumainkai, de kade van de zuidoever van de rivier de Main tussen Friedensbrücke en Dreikönigskirche, is ook bekend onder Museumsufer (museumoever). Zeven belangrijke musea zijn hier geclusterd, waarvan de meeste zijn gehuisvest in schitterende 19e-eeuwse herenhuizen. Het Liebighaus, het Städel Kunstinstituut, het Communicatiemuseum, het Nationaal Museum van Architectuur, het Nationale Filmmuseum, het Museum van Populaire Cultuur en het Museum van Toegepaste Kunst zijn allen gelegen rond de prachtige landschappelijke tuinen die oorspronkelijk in de 19e eeuw gelegd zijn. In september is de kade gastheer voor het drie-daagse Museumsufer Festival, één van Frankfurts meest populaire openlucht attracties.
Acquiring its name from the renowned Main River, Main Tower is a stunning 56-story architectural structure that also happens to be one of the most important buildings around the Innenstadt neighborhood. Through its spectacular blue glass facade, the tower reflects the bustling streets and city life of Frankfurt. The two attached towers are collectively considered to be one of the tallest structures in Germany. They comprise the German offices of the famous Standard & Poor's, Merrill Lynch, the Hessischer Rundfunk television studio and many others. The Main Tower Restaurant & Bar on the 53rd floor serves eclectic Euro-Asian cuisine that is loved by patrons.
Frankfurt Town Hall, as it stands today, is made up of a melee 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. 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 harvesting of cider apples. One particular draw is the exquisitely decorated Kaisersaal (Emperor's Hall) in the Rathaus (city hall). The Rathaus is the seat of the Mayor of Frankfurt.
Playing host to large trade fairs since the 12th Century, the celebrated Römerberg square located in the Old Town (Altstadt) of Frankfurt has also witnessed grand celebrations marking the coronation of Roman Emperors. At the center, stands the majestic Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen or the Fountain of Justice, with the iconic statue of goddess Justitia standing tall. South of Römerberg, is the Historisches Museum, which displays artifacts and historical models of Frankfurt. Facing the museum is a small but beautiful 11th-century Gothic church - Alte Nikolaikirche. Several attractions lie in the surroundings of this charming square, so stop for a visit while in the city.
In de Middeleeuwen was dit gotische bouwwerk met zeer steil dak het centrum van de kledinghandel in Frankfurt. Hier werd de kleding opgeslagen, gewogen en gemeten. Op de buitenmuur kunt u nog steeds de maatcilinder zien die gebruikt werd in die tijd, ook wel bekend als de Frankfurter Elle. Het twee-verdiepingen-tellende huis is gebouwd tegen het einde van de 14e eeuw, waarschijnlijk door de bekende architect Madern Gerthener. Na de vernietiging tijdens de Tweede Wereldoorlog werd het herbouwd in 1980 en tegenwoordig herbergt het gebouw een kunstgalerie (de Kommunale Galerie) die tentoonstellingen van hedendaagse kunstenaars afwisselend vertoont.
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. It now serves as a museum.
Kath. St. Gertrud Kirche is a catholic church built in the year 1959 and is next to the parish church of St. Gertrud. The serene atmosphere and simple interiors create a spiritual ambiance for a church goer. A place of worship for all the devout Catholics in the neighborhood, Kath. St. Gertrud Kirche offers serenity to the wandering soul.
Saint Mauritiuskirche is a splendid church in the city of Frankfurt am Main. The church conducts prayer services and religious meetings regularly. With an aim to spread the message of God, Saint Mauritiuskirche also holds cultural activities, concerts and other musical events on a regular basis. Visiting the Saint Mauritiuskirche church brings in revelation on the religious and spiritual side of the locals.
Home to a historic 18th-century building is the local city museum- Stadtmuseum - Haus zum Löwen. Dedicated to educating visitors about the dynamic history of the city, the first floor of the establishment has several exhibits the focus on early life, housing, economic and cultural development. The basement houses a music exhibit of renowned German artists Amy Schlemm and Franz Peoples that belonged to this lovely city. The exhibit displays a documented account of their life, artistic careers and successes. Several music events also take place here. The attic is dedicated to European astronaut Thomas Reiter who lived in the city. Built reflecting outer space, the room serves ideal for educational programs for children.