20 Fascinating Facts About Frankfurt, Germany

Discover Frankfurt: Where Tradition Meets Modern Innovation Frankfurt, Germany, is a city of contrasts—historically rich yet strikingly modern, and known for both its vibrant business scene and its unique culture. These 20 fascinating facts about Frankfurt will give you a fresh perspective on one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

·  Frankfurt is the birthplace of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Germany’s most famous writer.

· The old town (Altstadt) was completely destroyed in WWII — and rebuilt in detail in the 1980s.

· It's one of the only cities in Germany with a real skyline — and even offers helicopter tours.

· Apple wine (Apfelwein) is the regional drink — served in a special glass called a Geripptes.

· The Zeil is one of the most visited shopping streets in Europe.

· There's a “Green Belt” around Frankfurt — parks, forests, and lakes wrapping the entire city.

· The annual Frankfurt Book Fair is the largest book fair in the world.

· Frankfurt’s train station is one of the largest in Europe, with 24 platforms.

· There’s a Botanical Garden with over 6,000 plant species, open to the public for free.

· The city has a museum for communication, with working telegraphs and vintage phones.

· Frankfurt’s Main Tower has a viewing platform at 200 meters, with panoramic city views.

· You can try green sauce (Grüne Soße) — made of 7 herbs, it's a local delicacy.

· The Palmengarten is one of the oldest tropical gardens in Europe.

· The skyline is so unique, Frankfurt hosts Germany’s only skyscraper festival.

· The locals often call the city “Bankfurt” because of its finance-heavy vibe.