"A warm atmosphere in a chilly night" Frankfurt am Main by ARoman

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I was with a group of colleagues in a rushing business trip, but had the chance of a free evening to visit downtown. And it was a great time for that, since the big Christmas Market was there (up to December 22) in the old center (Altstadt), right after the huge skyscrapers and close ot the very nice Old Theatre.

We found a very crowded area around the biggest Christmas tree in Germany (as they claim), bought some typical heart shaped big cookies (one for our boss is asking for a rise...), visited many artisans shops (original and more or less useful presents everywhere) and enjoyed the cute wooden decorations they use to prepare and sell for Christmas, found a very beautiful and old 'carosel' where my friends had a tour despite (because?) of their age, and joined the people drinking 'gluhwein' (aromatic hot wine) in the cold evening.

We had a nice time, hope to come back to visit more and get some pics. My special thank goes to <a href="http://www.virtualtourist.com/tabatha">Hanna</a> and <a href="http://www.virtualtourist.com/drolkar"> Chaterine</a> for their nice suggestions.

PS: Additional tips have been added from a second trip, particulalry useful if you are going to the Hoechst Industry-park.

Last visit to Frankfurt am Main: Dec 2000
Intro Updated Dec 15, 2002
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The perfect business accomodation Hotels (1)

Aside of the convenience related to the airport or to the industry-park, it is not easy to find in Germany a business... more travel advice

Great italian food in Hoechst Restaurants (2)

I am normally not very keen to italian restaurants abroad, but this time I made a great exception. Managed by the... more travel advice

Haus Wertheym Restaurants (2)

The place is small but very nice, I guess it is one of the oldest and most typical building in downtown, right on one of... more travel advice

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crewrower Jul 29, 2006 at 4:16 AM

you've been on VT since 2000. Don't you think it's time to give someone else a turn? :P
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Nemorino May 10, 2005 at 8:41 AM

Glad you enjoyed your visits here in Frankfurt am Main. Come back again sometime.
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Manara Feb 7, 2005 at 9:48 AM

I was there on business too, and enjoyed the free time I had there..
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pollon May 26, 2002 at 7:13 AM

Christkindler Markt gefaellt mir sehr!!! & this page too!!! :
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floss1 Apr 18, 2002 at 11:18 PM

Sounds like real fun!!
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lenoreva Feb 27, 2002 at 4:28 AM

Nice to see you had a good time in Frankfurt!
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o00o Jan 19, 2002 at 3:09 AM

It seems like a wonderful place to go
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Slydevil May 26, 2001 at 4:05 PM

Happy Birthday to you!! :)
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irinakats May 15, 2001 at 1:07 PM

good! pictures?
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R.Dettmann Apr 25, 2001 at 2:00 PM

good to know you had a great time!