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Updated Apr 2024
  • No.1
    󰺂8.3
    4.8/5
    767 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 22256 reviews
    "A beautiful and historical cathedral in the heart of Koln. The stain glass is particularly amazing from the inside. we arrived shortly after opening time and it was still very quiet."
    Cologne.Cologne City Center
    >100km from Frankfurt
    Highlights: Cologne Cathedral is located in the center of Cologne, on the banks of the Rhine River. It is a landmark building in Cologne. The 157-meter-high bell tower makes it the second tallest church in Germany, the third tallest in the world, and the third largest Gothic church in the world. The church was built in the middle of the 13th century. After more than 600 years, it was only announced to be completed in 1880. The church is still being repaired. The church is considered a good combination of all medieval Gothic architectural and decorative elements and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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  • No.2
    󰺂7.3
    4.6/5
    296 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 7620 reviews
    "beautiful historical castle reachle by staircase or tram, have a great view over heidelberg oldtown but the castle itself is to be admired as well"
    Heidelberg
    77.9km from Frankfurt
    Highlights: Heidelberg Castle is located on the Throne Mountain. It is built of red sandstone. Although it has been dilapidated, it still retains its former style. It looks down on the old city of Heidelberg and the Neckar River at the foot of the mountain like a king. The castle was built in the 13th century. Under the impact of 30 years of war and the war of title succession, the destroyed castle is still being repaired, and the heavy damage left by the war is still clearly visible. There is a cable car station to the castle behind the grain square on the south side of the market square. You can take the cable car of the castle, or you can choose to walk up from the stone steps of the grain square (about 15 minutes), and enjoy the scenery along the way. Before entering the atrium, you can pay attention to the ring handle on the city gate. There is a clear crack on it. It is said that the owner of the castle promised to give the castle to someone who could bite off the iron ring handle, so a witch was eager to try it. It was futile but left teeth marks. Stepping into the atrium, you will be greeted by Frederick's Mansion. The front wall is engraved with exquisite statues of emperors of all dynasties, which are very eye-catching. Enter the underground wine cellar on the left side of Frederick's Mansion, where the Grosses Fass is located. The world's largest wine barrel was built in 1591, with a diameter of 7 meters and a capacity of 220,000 liters. It is used to store the wine brewed by the townspeople, and there is a "small wine barrel" (KleinesFass) next to it. In one corner of the basement is the puppet of the Italian harlequin Pecoo, who has been in charge of the large wine barrel. Because of his addiction to alcohol, he is now regarded as a "Bacchus" by the locals and is well-loved. The bar on the side provides wine tasting, a glass of about 2.5 euros. The Otterherich Mansion on the front facade is very majestic. The exquisite carvings and decorations highlight the style of the Baroque period. There is a German Medicine Museum inside. The medicines from the 16th to 19th centuries are displayed in China, including the miracle medicine for the treatment of joint diseases. It is said to be derived from human fat. There is a red triumphal arch in the courtyard. Although it is not large in scale, it is quite romantic because it was built overnight. It was a 20th birthday gift from Frederick V to his wife in 1615. There is a large garden behind the castle, which is open for unlimited hours and is free to enter. You can enjoy beautiful flowers and fountains, and you can also overlook the old city of Heidelberg. There is a Goethe bench in the center of the garden, which is said to be a place where Goethe likes to linger and rest when he walks. There is a collapsed building next to the garden, yes, the powder tower, which still retains its appearance after being bombarded by the French in 1693, only half of which survived. Another theory is that the gunpowder tower was struck by lightning, so it became what it is today, so you might as well find out.
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  • No.3
    󰺂7.1
    4.6/5
    218 Review
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    "#2023travelwish The customers and I went to Karlsruhe for a business trip. During one of the days, we ended work quite early. Thus, I suggested whether they interested to go Stuttgart. They agree.When we arrived in Stuttgart, we headed straight to Mercedes-Benz Museum as this musuem was of much interest to the them. Once insude, we were captivated by the modern and futuristic theme. We had our lunch at the restaurant there before entering the musuem. Inside the musuem, there were so many models of vehicles to admire at, from the past to now. We really enjoyed ourselves. Address: Mercedesstraße 100, 70372 Stuttgart"
    Stuttgart
    >100km from Frankfurt
    Highlights: The unique shape of this building, the external metal texture, coupled with the curved design, the internal "double helix" exhibition channel design, has greatly improved the space utilization rate, beautiful and functional, and interprets the contemporary German manufacturing. On a site of 4,800 square meters, it provides an amazing exhibition area of 16,500 square meters. The museum has more than 160 cars in its collection. When visiting, first take the "capsule" elevator to the top floor of the museum, and tell the story of Mercedes-Benz from the history of the first engine. Tourists visit in chronological order along a gentle ramp. In addition to cars, the museum also has a lot of other materials: documents, parts, the development process of automobiles corresponding to the great changes in the turning points of world history, which is very interesting.
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  • No.4
    󰺂7.1
    4.7/5
    125 Review
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    "I just see from afar, I did not go up. you can do a small picnic here. you also can visit the cafe here. prices are reasonable."
    Laufen-Uhwiesen
    >100km from Frankfurt
    Highlights: The scenery in Switzerland is mostly quiet and peaceful, but if you come to the small town of Schaffhausen on the Rhine, you must not imagine that it is filled with the roaring sound of thousands of troops. The most spectacular waterfall - Rhine Falls. The Rhine Falls were formed about 14,000 to 17,000 years ago. There are steps on one of the rocks, and you can experience the charm of the waterfall up close. Of course, you can also go to the other side of the waterfall to see it from a different angle. There is a restaurant next to the waterfall. If you are tired from walking, you can have something to eat here and take a break. If you have plenty of time, you may wish to walk from the train station to the waterfall. On the way, you will see the surrounding residential houses and the tree-lined road along the river bank. The scenery is beautiful and it is worth admiring.
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  • No.5
    󰺂6.9
    4.7/5
    111 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 15271 reviews
    "It's easy to see why religion played such a significant role in the lives of people back in the Middle Ages when you see this Cathedral love😍⛪️🙏"
    Strasbourg.Strasbourg Downtown
    >100km from Frankfurt
    Highlights: Strasbourg Church is one of the more important historical buildings in the Middle Ages (11th to 15th centuries), and it is also a famous Gothic church in Europe. " to describe this church. The 142-meter-high minaret was added in 1439, the same year the church was inaugurated. Construction of the front wall began in 1277, with its rose windows and stone lace, and its three porticos are also decorated with exquisite statues, which is also famous for Strasbourg Cathedral. The nave is magnificent and elegant, with its stained-glass windows (12th-15th centuries) and the Pillar of Angels (c. 1230) imposing, together with the intricately carved pulpit (1484), and the famous Sieber The Silbermann organ is more pleasing to the eye. There is a one-story astronomical clock (L'horloge Astronomique) in the church, which has been in operation since 1547. Every 15 minutes, there are statues of children, youth, adults and the elderly representing the 4 stages of life, but every o'clock is on the clock. There is a god of death with an axe coming out to tell the time, and it is accurate so far. At about 12:30 noon, the bell will ring to tell the time with music, which can be said to be the spiritual symbol of the Renaissance in Strasbourg.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do near Frankfurt?
Some Best Things to Do near Frankfurt include:Cologne Cathedral|Heidelberg Palace|Mercedes-Benz Museum|Rhine Falls|Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Frankfurt?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Frankfurt include:Cologne Cathedral:4.8|Heidelberg Palace:4.6|Mercedes-Benz Museum:4.6|Rhine Falls:4.7|Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg:4.7
Where are Best Things to Do near Frankfurt located?
The Best Things to Do near Frankfurt are mainly located in:Cologne Cathedral:Cologne|Heidelberg Palace:Heidelberg|Mercedes-Benz Museum:Stuttgart|Rhine Falls:Laufen-Uhwiesen|Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg:Strasbourg