STÄDEL MUSEUM & GOETHE HOUSE

Tracing Goethe Around Town

Just steps from the Main River sits the Städel Museum. Its collection features masterpieces by Claude Monet and Louise Bourgeois. Few portraits have shaped our image of Goethe as profoundly as Johann Heinrich Wilhelm Tischbein’s Goethe in the Roman Campagna (1787), which is on view at the museum. The cherry on top is the rooftop, offering an unforgettable panoramic view of the city’s skyline.
Another key landmark for those interested in the life of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is the Goethe House. Goethe spent much of his youth here creating his remarkable early works, including the first version of Faust, and The Sorrows of Young Werther, which brought him instant fame. The authentically furnished rooms bring the Goethe family’s daily life and 18^th-century Germany to life, offering visitors a glimpse into the environment that shaped one of Germany’s greatest literary figures. A visit here connects literature, history and culture in an unforgettable way.

Liebieghaus

Sculpture Museum in a Garden

Just a few steps from the Städel Museum, the Liebieghaus sculpture museum rises gracefully amid one of Frankfurt’s most enchanting gardens, offering a serene escape in the heart of the city. From classical antiquity to modern masterpieces, the Liebieghaus presents art in a way that bridges centuries, revealing the evolution of form, material and expression. The charming café offers a warm, inviting space, making a visit to the Liebieghaus an experience that delights both the mind and the senses.

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WALTHER KÖNIG

Art Between the Pages

For lovers of art, design and culture, Walther König is a must-visit. Situated right next to the bustling Kleinmarkthalle, this bookstore offers an exceptional selection of publications, with a strong focus on architecture, contemporary art, photography, interior design and more. Whether for dedicated collectors or those seeking inspiration, Walther König provides an unforgettable literary and visual journey. Its main store is in Cologne, but branches are spread across Germany, sometimes as standalone shops and sometimes integrated into museum stores.

⚑ Hasengasse 5-7, 60311 Frankfurt am Main

SCHIRN KUNSTHALLE FRANKFURT

Quick Route to Contemporary Art

The Schirn Kunstalle Frankfurt, one of the leading institutions for modern and contem- porary art, will temporarily move to the building of the former Dondorf printing works in the Bockenheim district from May 2025 to 2027 due to the renovation of its main site at the Römer.

The Schirn captivates visitors with a diverse program, from major retrospective exhibitions to focused thematic shows and solo presentations. Accompanying events, interdisciplinary workshops and digital offerings encourage active engagement with art and participation in current cultural debates.

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PORTIKUS

An Island Art Space

PORTIKUS is a unique space for emerging artists. Closely con- nected to one of the world’s most prestigious art schools, the Städelschule, its program is entirely devoted to exhibitions created specifically for this venue, offering artists the freedom to experiment and innovate. Since 2006, PORTIKUS has been located on its own island in the Main River, and it can be reached via the historic Alte Brücke (Old Bridge). Visitors can experience cutting-edge contemporary works in a space that is open to all, as admission remains completely free of charge.

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