Tallest Skyscrapers of Frankfurt - The Mainhattan of Europe



Europe is known for its rich history, unique structures, culture, and museums. But one thing it isn’t known for is tall rising sky piercing buildings. There are only a few cities in Europe that have skyscrapers as their construction is not well received in some of the cities due to the historical worth of prevailing buildings and structures. However, Frankfurt was heavily bombed in World War I, and most of its structures were turned to dust. So a new infrastructure was needed in the city and it opted for a more modern approach towards rebuilding it. This was a unique opportunity to turn this city into a modern metropolitan, and some of the tallest skyscrapers of Europe were erected in Frankfurt. This is the reason why today this city is known as the Mainhattan of Europe.

Frankfurt Mainhattan & Chicago am Main

With the new structures on the horizon of Frankfurt am Main, it is now known as Mainhattan, a concoction of Manhattan in New York City business center and Main River in Frankfurt. It is also known as Chicago am Main for the very same reason. As of today, there are more than 80 skyscrapers in Frankfurt and some of them are under construction or topped out. Following is a list of best skyscrapers in Frankfurt; if you are visiting a modern city of Frankfurt, do check them out for their state of the art design and unique features.

My ultimate traveling tip

If you are planning to visit Frankfurt from any part of Germany, Europe or the world; we highly recommend you to book your tickets with the help of an online travel agency. During my last visit to Denmark, I was able to book cheap London to Copenhagen flights from a renowned travel agency. So you can also try your luck in finding cheap flights to Frankfurt from anywhere in the world. In this way, you can plan your trip from the flight to the accommodation and transportation.
You can also avail cheapest flights to Frankfurt by using a travel package offered by an online travel aggregator, along with comparing different flights for suitability and rates. Locals can reach this city by domestic flights and super-fast trains. You can also travel on Autobahn highway in your personal car.

Tallest Skyscrapers of Frankfurt

With everything stated, let us present our research on best skyscrapers in Frankfurt. Some of them are state of the art buildings and more than 300 meters tall. Others have something special about them that is worth a look. With all the modern development in Frankfurt, this city has left every other European city behind in terms of business and development. The tall, imposing, and sky-piercing skyscrapers of this majestic city have played a key role in this development. So let’s find out about these rare tall buildings, and talk about them in this article.

New European Central Bank

The New European Central Bank Building has added further popularity to this city’s already amazing and impressive skyline. This building is easily recognizable due to its twin towers. The building is state of the art and architecturally superior to other buildings in and around Europe.

Japan Center

Japan Center was formerly known as Taunustor as an extension to attract offices and companies that have nothing to do with the Far East Asian Country. This building has an amazing Japanese architecture with an original Japanese stone garden in the front. There are other features associated with the Japan Center that makes it unique such as its huge conference hall, but the best thing about it is its Architecture.

Main Tower

The Main Tower was completed in 2000. The best thing about this building apart from its amazing architecture is that it has a public observation deck some 200 meters above ground. The general public can easily see the whole city of Frankfurt and surrounding towns and suburbs. The night view is exquisite and best for taking some snaps. However, if the weather isn’t good, the deck might be closed for your own safety.

Europaturm

The only structure that is not considered an official Skyscraper in this list, the Europaturm Tower is a telecommunications tower in Frankfurt. It is the tallest standing structure in Frankfurt and second tallest in Germany. This 337.5-meter tower has a great broadcast facility. It was open to the general public and used to house a restaurant, but since 1999 it has been closed permanently. But the tower itself is beautiful to look at as it is always light with beautiful vibrant lightings.

Commerzbank Tower

Commerzbank Tower was completed in 1997 and is the design maestro of world-renowned architect Sir Norman Foster. It is the tallest skyscraper in Frankfurt, and second highest standing structure after Europaturm. Commerzbank Tower serves as the headquarters of Commerzbank. The specialty of this structure is its nine incorporated garden settings situated on the upper floors. The view of the city is also great from the top floor.

Messeturm

Messeturm is a unique and tall standing structure in Frankfurt. The roof of this building is in the shape of a Pyramid. This tower is one of the city’s main landmark and a symbol of a monetary bang. Messeturm actually means Trade Fair Tower, due to its location near the fairgrounds. You can easily recognize this building due to its uniqueness.

Westend Tower

Westend Tower is no simple building. It was awarded the “Best Building Award of the Year” in 1995 by the American Chamber of Architects. There is a steel crown on the top of Westend Tower which is heated in winters to prevent it from icing. There are different sculptures set up at the entrance which attracts all the people entering it.

Westhafen Tower

Westhafen Tower is a beautiful high rise building in the area which was used to be Westhafen. The residents of Frankfurt call this building with different names due to its unique architecture and design. Some call it “the ribbed glass” building and others call it the “Apple wine tower” due to its resemblance with an apple wine glass. There are more than 3500 glass triangles, and they reflect lights in a spectacular fashion.

Forum Frankfurt

Located in the district of high-rise buildings, Forum Frankfurt is another example of how amazing and creative this city is with its high skyline. This building has a unique architecture and is standing tall at 130 meters.

Eurotheum

Eurotheum is a skyscraper in Frankfurt that serves the purpose of offices and luxury apartments. It has more than 30 floors and is 110 meters tall. This glass building is equipped with six projecting floors at the penthouse. The building itself is a reference to the old city walls and watchtowers of Frankfurt.

Skyper

Skyper has not only a unique name but also a unique curve architecture. This building replaced the old Philip Holzmann AG building and is situated across the boulevard from the Silver Tower.

Trianon

Trianon is a 186 meter or 45 story skyscraper in the Westend-Sud part of Frankfurt. It topped out in 1993, since then it is known for being the headquarters for Dekabank, Frank Templeton, and Bundesbank. The most extraordinary thing about this eye capturing tower is its inverted pyramid on top that is suspended from all three corners. This feature makes it one of the most picturesque buildings in not only Frankfurt but in the whole of Germany.

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