It is one of Germany's most modern cities-a hub of innovation and the country's financial center-but Frankfurt, located at the heart of Europe, has many faces.
Perched on the banks of the Main River, Frankfurt has solidified itself as a cultural and financial center in Germany, and Europe as a whole. As buildings soar skyward, its nickname of "Mainhattan" has become a beloved moniker for the city's skyline, which most closely resembles its namesake, Manhattan, New York.
As Germany grows in popularity with the traveling public, one of the greatest aspects of travel to Frankfurt is the ease with which visitors from the U.S. can reach the destination.
Condor Airlines, in particular, has worked to deepen Frankfurt's connection to the U.S. Using the city as a hub, Condor connects travelers to the heart of Europe and to more than 130 European destinations beyond.
Not making time to visit Frankfurt, however, is a missed opportunity for visitors. The city offers a wide variety of cultural experiences, culinary outings, shopping, museums and more to its visitors-be it for business or leisure.
Museums and Collections
Museumsufer, a collection of museums located on the banks of the Main River, is one of the most important collections of museums in the country. Visitors can get their fill of information with exhibits that encompass applied arts, architecture, film, Jewish history, sculpture and more.
There is also the Stadel Museum, which is one of Germany's oldest museum foundations, and houses more than 700 years of European art.
The Frankfurt Goethe House, which is the birthplace Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, is a shrine to the author and poet, with period furniture and paintings on display that depicts the era that informed his writings.
Medieval History
For those looking to Frankfurt's medieval past, the Emperor's Cathedral St. Bartholomew is a look back to the 13th century. It was consecrated in 1239 and served as the electoral site for kings of the Holy Roman Empire in 1356. As many churches of this age, it has been reconstructed many times.
Romerberg gives visitors a taste of German culture and heritage surrounded by half-timbered houses, the area was the heart of the city and home to Frankfurt's first bank. The historical old town center was rebuilt meticulously according to original plans in 1986.
For those who want the ultimate photo stop and to experience one of the city's most iconic attractions, a stroll over the Eisner Steg is a must. More than 10,000 pedestrians cross the iron footbridge every day, strolling the cobblestone streets in Sachsenhausen or connecting to Romerberg.
German Cuisine
Those seeking unique culinary experiences can check out Kleinmarkthalle, with its more than 156 market stalls offering fresh food, produce and flowers.
Inside, visitors can try Frankfurt's famous green sauce, a mix of Parsley, borage, chervil, chives, burnet, cress and sorrel served alongside boiled potatoes or hard-boiled eggs.
Apfelwein, which is most comparable to a tart cider, is also a local specialty that visitors should try at least once before they leave.
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