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Summer in Frankfurt

The good life, fantastic festivals and unforgettable moments

Events and Festivals Places to enjoy summer Feelings and inspirations

June 20th marks the beginning of summer

But in Frankfurt, the most beautiful time of the year begins as soon as the temperatures rise and the sun conquers the sky.

The city pulsates with life as the banks of the Main fill with people enjoying the warm weather. In the parks, the flowers are in full bloom and the green spaces invite you to picnic and relax. Cafés and restaurants set up their tables and chairs outside and the streets of Frankfurt are bustling with visitors and locals enjoying the summer atmosphere to the full.

Evenings in Frankfurt are particularly magical in summer. People gather on the terraces of restaurants and bars to enjoy the balmy summer nights together. Street performers and musicians provide a lively and atmospheric backdrop.

In summer, Frankfurt becomes a city of festivals. Whether it's the Museumsuferfest or smaller street festivals - there are opportunities to experience the cultural diversity and colorful hustle and bustle of the city everywhere. Concerts offer additional enjoyment in the open air.

The banks of the Main are a special attraction. Here you can go on boat trips, try out stand-up paddling or simply stroll along the promenades and enjoy the sun. The bars along the river also offer an ideal opportunity to round off the summer evenings with a cool drink.

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Frankfurt
celebrates

in the summer

  • Main Festival

  • Apple Wine Festival

  • Museum Embankment Festival

  • Rheingau Wine Festival

Frankfurt in summer is known for its lively festivals.

The Mainfest delights visitors with rides, music and fireworks on the banks of the Main. The Apple Wine Festival celebrates the tradition of Hessian apple wine with tastings, music and regional specialties. The Museumsuferfest attracts culture lovers with art, culture and live performances along the banks of the Main. The Rheingau Wine Market transforms the Freßgass' into an oasis of indulgence where visitors can sample the best wines from the region.

Main Festival Apple Wine Festival Museum Embankment Festival Rheingau Wine Market

Summer locations in Frankfurt

Places to go for unforgettable
summer moments in Frankfurt

Summer in Frankfurt is a time full of energy and joie de vivre. The city shines in the warm sunlight and the numerous festivals and activities reflect the cultural diversity and vibrant life of Frankfurt.

Whether relaxing on the banks of the Main, enjoying a cool drink in one of the many street cafés or taking part in the lively summer festivals - Frankfurt offers countless opportunities to experience summer to the full.

 

  • Activities on the Main: boat tours, stand-up paddling and strolling along the banks of the Main and cozy evenings in the bars along the river.

  • Parks and green spaces: picnic and relax in flowering parks such as the Palmengarten and Grüneburgpark.

  • Outdoor dining: street cafés and restaurants invite you to enjoy international cuisine in the open air.

  • Cultural highlights: Open-air cinemas and live music as well as street artists create a lively atmosphere.

  • Long summer nights: terraces and rooftop bars offer ideal places for sociable evenings and a view over the city.
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Feelings and
inspirations

What the people of Frankfurt are looking forward to in summer

When summer arrives in Frankfurt, you can feel a special energy in the air. The days are long, hearts are light and the whole city opens up, ready for all the joys that this time of year brings. Here are some of the highlights that delight Frankfurters every year:
 

 

  • Open-air cafés and restaurants: Enjoy the warm summer evenings in the numerous street cafés and restaurants with outdoor seating.

  • Main riverbank and boat tours: Spend time on the banks of the Main, ideal for walking, jogging or simply relaxing. Boat tours on the Main offer a unique perspective of the city.

  • Summer festivals: Take part in the popular summer festivals, such as the Main Festival, the Apple Wine Festival, the Museum Embankment Festival and the Rheingau Wine Festival. They offer cultural experiences, live music and culinary highlights.

  • Bike tours: Discover Frankfurt and its surroundings by bike. The green belt cycle route offers a wonderful route through green landscapes.

  • Museums and culture: Take advantage of the summer temperatures to visit the numerous museums along the Museumsufer, many of which offer special summer events and extended opening hours.
  • In summer, some guests sit on wooden benches in the Maincafé on the banks of the Main.
    © #visitfrankfurt, plazy, Isabela Pacini
  • A group of friends lie in deckchairs on the banks of the Main in the sunshine and look out over the skyline.
    © #visitfrankfurt, Holger Ullmann
  • Couple at table with drinks reading a brochure, in the background people at the chicken market in Frankfurt's new old town
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  • Two women sitting in front of a water house in summer
    © #visitrheinmain, David Vasicek
  • Works of art at a stall on the banks of the Main.
    © #visitfrankfurt, Holger Ullmann
  • A couple in summery outfits toast each other
    © #visitrheinmain, David Vasicek
  • With the skyline and the Ferris wheel in the background enjoy the good weather at the Mainfest and relax
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