Introduction
Frankfurt am Main (not to be confused with smaller and less important Frankfurt an der Oder) is known as the city of bankers, but unlike the institutions it hosts, the city itself doesn't quite have a nine-to-five mentality. With various groovy clubs, excellent international cuisine and optimal accessibility, Frankfurt makes a good destination for a weekend break or a short stopover, especially for those travellers that can afford to spend some (freshly printed) Euros.
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Getting There
Frankfurt can be reached overland, by train and by air. Whatever modality you prefer, you will find that accessibility is as good as it gets.
By Plane
Frankfurt is Germany's aerial mainport. Flughafen Frankfurt am Main (IATA: FRA) is found at 12 chilometres from the city centre, and receives flights from almost all national and countless international destinations. Among others, Frankfurt is the primary hub of German national carrier Lufthansa.
Frankfurt Airport has a long-distance train station serviced by ICE to various destinations, and a local train station with plenty transport opportunities in the region and to downtown Frankfurt. Of course it is also possible to rent a car to explore the world-renowned German Autobahnen.
By Train
Frankfurt is connected by ICE to all major German and a number of foreign cities. Notable direct connections include those to Berlin, Paris, Basel, Brussels, Stuttgart, Dresden, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Vienna and Munich.
Besides ICE, Frankfurt Hbf is a nexus of numerous local and regional train connections. For more information, consult the journey planner on the website of Die Bahn.
By Car
Is there one place in Germany that you cannot reach by car? Frankfurt's no exception; in fact, the city sits at the junction of a number of Germany's main highways, two of which are A3 (connecting the Dutch and Austrian borders) and A5 that runs from central Germany south to the Swiss border. Except for heavy trucks, drivers don't pay tolls.
By Bus
Eurolines has direct connections to Frankfurt from Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bratislava, Prague and London, among others. For more information, consult the schedules on their website.
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Sleep
Frankfurt is no cheap place to stay. Budget accommodation is scarce, and many hotels cater primarily for business travellers for whom money is no concern. The city is pretty busy most of the year, so booking in advance is warmly recommended.
Budget
- Haus der Jugend is Frankfurt's HI Hostel. They charge €17 per night in a 10-bed dorm, €21,50 when you're over 21 (2008 price level). The place is centrally located and clean.
- Frankfurt Hostel is located opposite the station. The hostel is clean, though it tends to be somewhat noisy. A bed in 9-person dorm is €18 a night; two-person rooms start at €50 a night.
- For other options, check TP's accommodation finder.
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