Deutschherrnbrücke Frankfurt
Best skyline views & pictures
Not only tourists are fascinated by the skyline of Frankfurt- I love to experience it at any time of the year, especially at dawns, sunsets or at night.
I think the "Deutschherrnbrücke" is the top location most tourists do not know :) You can combine a visit to the bridge perfectly with a stroll or run along the Main river. Take a break or end up at the lawns in front of the Hafenpark (check the Hafenpark article), or have a coffee or snack at the "Oosten" restaurant, which is nearby and a nice location, especially on sunny days (might be VERY crowded with locals, though)
Start from any point close to the river, whether it's the Mainkai after visiting Paulskirche or Römer, or from the other side of the river at Schaumainkai with its museums.
Be sure to choose the right bridge to cross the Main as there are a few: The "Deutschherrnbrücke" is the one which is also crossed by trains. It was first built in 1911, destroyed during the 2nd World War and rebuilt in 1949 (some history, if you don't mind...)
It may not be the most romantic (this would be "Eisener Steg" with its love padlocks, which is also a lot more crowded) due to the frequently crossing trains, but you'll be rewarded by the view!
About this spot
Deutschherrnbrücke
- 24 hours daily
€
free
Explore cities like a local with Spotted by Locals - discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Frankfurt guide.
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Frankfurt
Sunny Side Up – Good mood food
"Sunny Side Up" in Frankfurt is a restaurant/bar that makes you feel like you're on vacation! The healthy, sustainable, playful food completes the picture.
By
Nina
Kristin Gür
Campus Riedberg – Space for friends from space!
This hidden piece of art, called "Troublemakers", by German artist Jens Andres is in front of the building of Biochemistry, Chemistry and Pharmacy...
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
L'Abbate – Tiny cheese factory in Offenbach
"L'Abbate" in Offenbach, just outside Frankfurt, is a tiny cheese factory that has people coming in from all over for their ricotta with herbs - just fry it!
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Baile Bar – Home
"Baile Bar" in Frankfurt (which means 'home' in Irish) is a true bar. Come here with your mates, or meet new people. Great music selection, too...
By
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
S-Bahn Taunusanlage – The ups of Deutsche Bank
There is something curious and unique about the street-level S-Bahn sign in front of the Deutsche Bank headquarters in Frankfurt...
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Struwwelpeter – A children's book museum
Do you know "Struwwelpeter"? Discover this world-famous 19th-century children's book that reflects the morals of its day in the Frankfurt!
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Pixelstrich – Best sunset photospot
"Pixelstrich" is a spot on Flößerbrücke in Frankfurt: it has such perfect sunset & skyline views, it's become a meeting point for the city's photographers.
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Sozialmeisenbau – Neue Altstadt's smallest house
"Sozialmeisenbau" on Neue Altstadt in Frankfurt is a hidden birdhouse made by artist Guido Zimmermann that mirrors government-subsidized social housing!
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Schwanheimer Düne – Into the dunes
"Schwanheimer Düne" is a dune in Frankfurt, a beautiful little piece of true nature, and many locals often have no idea! I enjoy coming here by ferry...
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Reis Memorial – A Horse Doesn't Eat Cucumber Salad
The "Reis Memorial" in Frankfurt is dedicated to the first words uttered on the telephone invented by Reis: "A Horse Doesn't Eat Cucumber Salad"...
By
Aroon
Nagersheth
Pizzeria Paolo – Not sure I want to share this one
Pizzeria Paolo is one of the Frankfurt restaurants I was close to not sharing with you. But here we go: this place makes my favorite Italian pizza...
By