Tåg från Frankfurt am Main till Gießenfrån € 10.00

Take a relaxing train journey from Frankfurt-am-Main to Giessen and explore the many fascinating places in between! The journey will take you roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes, passing through 125 km of breathtaking scenery. With a variety of stations along the way, you are sure to find something interesting along the way. The main stations along the route include Frankfurt-am-Main Central Station, Frankfurt Main Rhein Main Airport, Langen, Friedberg, Bad Vilbel, Butzbach, Weiterstadt, Gießen and Giessen Central Station. Throughout the journey, you will pass some of the most iconic towns in Germany, such as Wiesbaden, Mainz, Fulda and Bad Nauheim. Make sure to take a picture of the famous Hessische Landesmuseum Giessen, the oldest museum in Germany, during your stopover in Giessen, as well as the Giessen Castle, the royal residence of the Counts of Nassau. On the way, you can also take in the stunning view of the Lahn valley and even spot some wild animals in their natural habitats! Once you arrive in Giessen, be sure to visit the iconic Giessener Marktplatz, the historical city center lined with a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants to explore. Take the scenic route and explore the beautiful towns and sights in between Frankfurt-am-Main and Giessen, and create lasting memories with your friends and family!

Välkommen till Frankfurt am Main, en stad där modern arkitektur möter djupgående historia, mitt i hjärtat av Tyskland. Frankfurt är inte bara landets ekonomiska kraftverk, utan även ett sprudlande centrum för kultur och historia. Med dess imponerande skyline, som kallas "Mainhattan", erbjuder Frankfurt en unik blandning av gammalt och nytt. Låt oss dyka in i en lista över oumbärliga platser som speglar stadens rika arv och modernitet.

Römerberg
Plats: Frankfurt Old Town
Öppettider: Dygnet runt, offentlig plats
Inträdesavgift: Gratis
Römerberg är hjärtat i Frankfurts Altstadt (Gamla stan), känt för dess pittoreska torg omgivet av traditionella halvtimrade hus. Platsen är essentiell för att uppleva stadens historiska själ.

Frankfurter Dom
Plats: Domplatz
Öppettider: 09:00-20:00
Inträdesavgift: Gratis, donationer välkomnas
Frankfurter Dom, eller S:t Bartolomeus-katedralen, står som ett monument över gotisk arkitektur och är ett måste för alla som besöker Frankfurt.

Paulskirche
Plats: Paulsplatz
Öppettider: 10:00-17:00
Inträdesavgift: Gratis
Denna kyrka, omvandlad till en samlingsplats, spelade en central roll i Tysklands demokratiska historia och är en plats laddad med betydelse.

Goethe-Haus
Plats: Grosser Hirschgraben
Öppettider: 10:00-18:00
Inträdesavgift: €7
Födelseplatsen för Tysklands mest berömda författare, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, erbjuder en inblick i 1700-talets borgarliv.

Städel Museum
Plats: Schaumainkai
Öppettider: 10:00-18:00, onsdagar till 21:00
Inträdesavgift: €14
Ett av Tysklands mest framstående konstmuseer, Städel, hem för en imponerande samling av konst från 700 år.

Main Tower
Plats: Neue Mainzer Straße
Öppettider: 10:00-21:00
Inträdesavgift: €7,50
För en panoramautsikt över staden, bestig denna moderna skyskrapa. Main Tower ger besökare en hisnande vy över Frankfurt.

Alte Oper
Plats: Opernplatz
Öppettider: Beroende på evenemang
Inträdesavgift: Varierar
Alte Oper, stadens gamla operahus, är en återuppbyggd pärla som nu tjänar som en konsert- och evenemangslokal. Ett arkitektoniskt mästerverk.

Att upptäcka Frankfurt till fots eller med stadens välutvecklade kollektivtrafik är en fröjd. Tack vare dess kompakta storlek är många av dessa sevärdheter lätta att nå från Frankfurts centralstation (Hauptbahnhof). När hungern gör sig påmind, missa inte att testa stadens kulinariska stolthet, Frankfurter Würstchen, tillsammans med ett lokalt äppelvin. Frankfurt am Main väntar på att ge dig en oförglömlig upplevelse.

The quaint university town of Giessen (or Gießen) is located in central Germany and is an excellent destination for those seeking to explore historical and architectural sites. With an abundance of impressive museums and famous landmarks, Giessen is the perfect spot for those keen to delve into Germany’s rich culture and past. Here’s a list of top attractions to explore while visiting the city: 

Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt: This is a renowned Art Nouveau building complex located in the Giessen suburb of Darmstadt. It is a must-visit site for those interested in modernist architecture, with two chateaus, seven museums, and a major art school. Entrance to the complex is free, and it is open every day from 10am to 6pm.

Lollar Castle: Located in the town of Lollar, ten minutes away from Giessen, Lollar Castle is a 600-year-old medieval fortress, built in the 14th century. Visitors can admire stunning views from atop the castle walls, as well as the historic displays contained within. Admission is free and opening hours are from 9am to 5pm daily.

St George's Church: Giessen’s main church was constructed between 1840 and 1848 and is a beautiful example of Gothic Revival architecture. Within the church, visitors can see a wide range of religious symbols and artwork, including the impressive Baroque altar. Entrance is free and it is open 6am to 6pm daily.

Rittermuseum Giessen: This is a museum dedicated to medieval weapons and artifacts from the region. It is free to enter and open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

Liebig-Museum: Named after the 19th-century chemist Justus von Liebig, this museum was established in 1900. It is dedicated to the city’s history and displays artifacts from prehistoric times through to modern day. Entrance is free and it is open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 1pm.

Schlosspark Biebrich: The Biebrich Palace Park is a beautiful landscaped park with a lake, cafes, and a restored castle. A great place to relax, the park is free to enter and open daily from 7am to 9pm.

Traditional Food and Drinks: To experience the best of Giessen’s cuisine, visitors should try a range of traditional specialities such as Bergische Kaffeetafel, Printen, and Bratapfel. A selection of German beers and wines are also available to sample in the city’s many bars and cafes.

Giessen is without a doubt an immensely rewarding place to visit, and every visitor will no doubt enjoy exploring its fascinating sites and sampling its delicious fare.