Römer City Hall

Römer City Hall

Römer City Hall is actually the Old Town Hall of Frankfurt, located at the northwest corner of the Römerberg Square in Frankfurt. It consists of three reconstructed 15th-century gabled buildings. These three exquisite connected Gothic structures feature distinctive stepped gabled roofs. Although they have endured centuries of war damage, they have been well-preserved after renovation and can be considered a symbol of Frankfurt.

The central building is known as the Römer. The second floor of the Römer houses the Kaisersaal (Emperor's Hall), which was once the venue for the coronation ceremonies of the Holy Roman Emperors. Today, when there are no special celebrations, the hall is open to the public for visits. The interior of the city hall is decorated with life-sized portraits of 52 emperors of the Holy Roman Empire, from Charlemagne to Franz II, which are highly eye-catching. It also serves as the place where the German national football team celebrates its victories and fans gather for revelry. The entrance for visitors is somewhat off to the side, accessible through the right-side entrance on Limpurger Gasse, located to the left of the Römer’s main facade. Enter the courtyard, and at the very back, you’ll find a spiral staircase. Ascending the staircase leads to the entrance of the Emperor's Hall.

Opposite the Römer is a row of beautiful half-timbered houses, which were later reconstructed and are highly picturesque. It is said that before World War II, Frankfurt had many such fine buildings. Today’s Frankfurt is filled with a modern atmosphere, but people hoped that at least the center of the old town district, around the Römerberg area, would retain some of its historic charm. Therefore, after World War II, those beautiful ancient buildings were reconstructed and preserved. Among them are the cathedral where the elections and coronations of the Holy Roman Emperors took place, the Old Town Hall, St. Nicholas Church, and a fountain featuring the statue of Lady Justice in the center of the square. In summer, the square becomes the festival venue for "Summer on the Main"; in winter, during the four weeks leading up to Christmas, a Christmas market is held here.

Römer

Must-visit reason: One of the most iconic symbols of Frankfurt

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Germany[Germany]

State/province where the attraction is located: Hesse [Hesse]

City where the attraction is located: Frankfurt [Frankfurt]