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The Top-10 Places of Interest

of Frankfurt

Our highlights

Things to definitely have seen in Frankfurt

Frankfurt has of course many other treasures in store, but with this compilation we present to you our ten absolute highlights.

From the lively zoo, which takes you to a world full of exotic animals and plants, to the magnificent Alte Oper opera house, which offers musical experiences performed in ideal acoustic surrounds, Frankfurt always shows itself from its most versatile side. Emperors' Cathedral St Bartholomew and the Main Tower with its impressive panorama views are two further unique sights. The redesigned New Old Town takes you back to mediaeval Frankfurt, while the Römer, the city's historical town hall, emphasises  Frankfurt's importance as a political centre. The Goethe-House, meanwhile, situated not far from the Eiserne Steg footbridge, delves deep into Frankfurt's cultural roots. Together with the Museum Embankment, which attracts culture enthusiasts from near and far, Frankfurt creates a lively mosaic of experiences that makes the city a destination full of stories and discoveries.

National Assembly

On 18 May 1848, the members of the first all-German parliament convened at Frankfurt's St Paul's Church.

Bernhard Grzimek

was the director of Frankfurt Zoo from 1945 to 1974. His work in nature conservation and his publications and films, in particular the Oscar-winning film, "Serengeti shall not die", earned him international renown.

Love locks

also hang in large numbers on the "Eiserne Steg" footbridge. It is customary for lovers to attach the locks to the railings and throw the key into the river to symbolise their undying love.