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Römerberg and Romer

How To Reach Roemerberg And Romer

Reaching Römerberg and Römer in Frankfurt, Germany

Römerberg is the historic heart of Frankfurt and a popular destination for tourists. The Römer, which is Frankfurt's old city hall, is one of the iconic buildings located on this public square.

By Air

Frankfurt Airport (Flughafen Frankfurt am Main) is the main international airport serving Frankfurt and is one of the busiest in the world. Upon arrival, you can take:

  • S-Bahn (local train): Take lines S8 or S9 towards Offenbach Ost or Hanau Hauptbahnhof and alight at Frankfurt Hauptwache station. From there, Römerberg is a short walk away.
  • Taxi: This is the more expensive option but can take you directly to Römerberg. The drive takes around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.

By Train

Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof is the main train station. From there, you have several options:

  • S-Bahn or U-Bahn (underground/subway): You can take various S-Bahn or U-Bahn lines to Frankfurt Hauptwache or Dom/Römer stations which are both close to Römerberg.
  • Walking: Römerberg is about 1.5 km from the Hauptbahnhof and can be reached in approximately 20 minutes on foot.

By Car

If you are driving to Römerberg, it is important to note that it lies within a larger pedestrian zone. Parking is not available directly on Römerberg, so it's recommended to park in nearby parking structures such as the Parkhaus Römer or Parkhaus Hauptwache.

Public Transport within Frankfurt

Frankfurt has an excellent public transportation system including buses, trams, U-Bahn, and S-Bahn. For Römerberg, the most convenient stops are:

  • Dom/Römer (U4, U5): This is the closest U-Bahn station to Römerberg.
  • Hauptwache (S1-6, S8, S9, U1-3, U8): This major S-Bahn and U-Bahn station is a short walk away from Römerberg.

Remember to buy a valid ticket and to validate it before boarding if required. Tickets can be purchased at station kiosks, online, or through the RMV mobile app.

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