Römer
Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Römer is Frankfurt’s historic city hall complex, dating back to 1405, and serves as the iconic heart of the old town. Its timber‑framed façade and square host markets, festivals and a glimpse into the city’s medieval governance.
Why choose Römer
When you step onto the Römer’s cobblestones, you’ll feel the pulse of centuries of trade and politics that still echo through its arches. No other spot in Frankfurt offers that direct, tangible connection to the city’s origins.
Best for: History lovers · Architecture · First-timers · Couples · Photography
Start your Frankfurt old town morning here
Begin at the Römer, then walk to nearby highlights for a relaxed half‑day exploration.
- Morning — Römer
- 11:00 — MAIN TOWER
- Lunch — Adolf Wagner
Visit tips
- Arrive before the market sets up to enjoy a quieter square.
- Keep personal items close; the cobblestones can be slippery when wet.
- Visit early morning to avoid market crowds and hear the square’s quieter ambience.
- Free entry, so just bring a camera and enjoy the surrounding Alt‑Sachsenhausen area.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 1–1.5 hours
- Best time of day: Early morning, before 9:00
- Entry: Free to visit
- Category: landmark
- Rated 4.3 by 6482 reviewers
- Tags: historic center, free entry, photo opportunities, city landmark
Nearby attractions
- Adolf Wagner — restaurant, 14 min walk
- Zum Gemalten Haus — restaurant, 14 min walk
- Maingold - Frankfurt am Main — bar, 12 min walk
- MAIN TOWER — attraction, 9 min walk
- Apfelweinwirtschaft Dauth-Schneider — restaurant, 11 min walk
- Restaurant Klosterhof — restaurant, 13 min walk
More things to do in Frankfurt am Main
- Adolf Wagner
- Oosten
- Zum Gemalten Haus
- Maingold - Frankfurt am Main
- MAIN TOWER
- Apfelweinwirtschaft Dauth-Schneider
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