Frankfurt (Oder)

　　Frankfurt (Oder) is a town in the eastern part of Brandenburg, Germany, located on the western bank of the Oder River, with Poland lying just across the river to the east. It is home to the well-known European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder).

　　Frankfurt (Oder) boasts numerous historical and cultural landmarks, including a Gothic town hall, a concert hall, the Oder Business Tower—the tallest building in the city—the neo-Gothic post office, and a magnificent cathedral. In recent years, Frankfurt (Oder) has become a popular filming location for many renowned movies, such as "Halbe Treppe" (Grill Point) in 2002, "Lichter" (Distant Lights) in 2003, "Kein Zurück" (No Way Back) in 2004, and "Der letzte Zug" (The Last Train) in 2005.

　　Frankfurt (Oder) Reason to visit: Home to the European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) Continent: Europe Country/Region: Germany State/Province: Brandenburg City: Frankfurt (Oder)