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Just more than the Fair

An October 2004 trip to Frankfurt by linet

Europen Central Bank Photo - Frankfurt, Germany More Photos
Quote: The one and only reason for visiting Frankfurt for me was the Bookfair. Millions of publications are exhibited every year at this giant event. Surprisingly, I have seen that Frankfurt has a lot more to offer than just the Fair.
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Just more than the Fair Best of IgoUgo

Overview

Europen Central Bank Photo - Frankfurt, Germany
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Goethe was born in Frankfurt, so visiting his birthplace for a literature lover like me has been a very special experience. There are countless museums in Frankfurt, including Film Museum, Jewish Museum, Museum of Modern Art, all best in class... so difficult choices must be made if you are visiting for a short while. Not to forget, Euros are made in Frankfurt, where European Central Bank is located. Also, shopping can be a satisfying experience in Frankfurt as well as dining; it has no less to offer than other finance capitals of the world. Eating in a cider pub is an experience that you should not miss. Quick Tips: Annual book fair 'Buch Messe' is a good excuse to visit Frankfurt. See the...Read More
Mainhattan Photo - Holiday Inn Frankfurt City South, Frankfurt, Germany
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It is a typical Holiday Inn, and it has so many rooms that it could offer us one during the Buchmesse. Additionally, we did not want to be too central with the car because traffic in Frankfurt, like in most cities, can be challenging. After parking the car in the parking place of the hotel (€12 for 24 hours), we explored the city on foot and public transport. Holiday Inn is only 10-minute walk from the busy street of Schweizerstrasse, where there are local cider pubs, restaurants, and action. A continental breakfast will set you back by €15 per person in Holiday Inn. One last, but not the least, reason to stay here is for the great view if you are on the right side. When the evening fell...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on October 21, 2004

Holiday Inn Frankfurt City South
Mailander Strasse 1
Frankfurt, Germany
49 (0) 69 - 68 02 0

Zum gemalten Haus Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Zum gemalen haus Photo - Zum gemalten Haus, Frankfurt, Germany
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It is a typical cider pub (Apfelwein) located on the Schweizerstrasse. It is large, cozy, and friendly. A reservation on Saturday evening is necessary. When we were there, all tables were reserved for one hour later so we asked if we could stay for one hour. This can be tricky if you want to enjoy this local experience, but simply cannot plan things ahead. They serve a huge glass of cider for €1.50, apple juice for the same price, and many kinds of German beer are available for different prices. A Frankfurter sausage is around €3, and if you are vegetarian, stick to good old handkas mit musik, around €3 euros. Handkas mit Musik has nothing to do with music, as it is hard cheese soft...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on October 20, 2004

Zum gemalten Haus
Schweizer Straße 67
Frankfurt, Germany 60594
+49 69 614559

WEGA Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

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WEGA is another treassure that Schweizerstrasse offers. This cool place is popular among young people and locals. They have a rich menu consisting of fusion food, foods from the modern kitchen melt into traditional German concepts. The sauces are great: I could taste the fresh peper in my meal melt into a mysterious mix of cheese, cream, and musterd. I think Goethe would like this more than his favourite green sauce if he lived today. The chicken was well cooked and the portions were filling. Next to the typical German drinks, international cocktails are also available. Service is fast, friendly, and enthusiastic. The kitchen is always open until midnight from Sto Thursday and until 1am on Friday ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 21, 2004

WEGA
Schweizerstrasse 73
Frankfurt, Germany
069-617564

Goethehaus Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Goethe Museum"

Goethe House Photo - Goethehaus, Frankfurt, Germany
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The museum consists of two parts. The modern part is used for exhibitions, seminars, and has a library. The other part is the house that belonged to Goethe's family. Goethe was a rich guy; you can say it after a tour of the house. Of course, only the rich were educated at that time. You see the room where he was assumed to be born, the table where he wrote, and even his mother's porcelain set. The cake forms in the kitchen are also original and interesting, as well as the big clock on the third floor. The house is elegantly decorated with artwork and original material where possible. In the exhibition part, you can see the works of German artists, mainly from 18th and 19th centuries. ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 20, 2004

Goethehaus
Großer Hirschgraben 23-25
Frankfurt, Germany 60311
+49 69 138800

Römerberg-Main Square in Old Town Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Romerplatz"

Romer Photo - Römerberg-Main Square in Old Town, Frankfurt, Germany
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Most of the old city was destroyed during the bombings of Second World War. This square has been rebuilt according to the original historical architecture that existed before the war. It was a sunny, but cold, day when we were there. People were outside, young people were sporting, the elderly were feeding the birds, and everyone was enjoying the sunshine. It was a challenge to get a table on one of the pubs located in front of the historic-looking houses. Notice the giant city hall and the 12th-century church on the corner. You will then feel that this city has its distinct history. It was here where I felt that Frankfurt is just more than the skyscrapers or the Buchmesse. Romerplatz is an excell...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on October 21, 2004

Römerberg-Main Square in Old Town

Frankfurt, Germany

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For some, Buchmesse can be the ultimate reason for visiting Frankfurt. Only open to normal people the last two days (Saturday and Friday), it is a specialised fair dedicated to publishing-industry professionals. In 2004, participants were allowed to sell books. They liked this idea because the transport of the books to their home country costs a lot and the visitors also like buying a few books they can not get easily at home. Every year the book fair has a theme. In 2004, it was Arabic world. Islamic poetry and the Arab language were the central points of discussion. Also, many international and German writers participate in the action by setting up readings, and discussions. ...Read More