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Westend is situated to the west of Frankfurt’s city centre and is known for its upscale residential character. It is considered one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in the city.  Home to Grünebergpark and the Botanical Gardens, the neighbourhood offers plenty for getting the kids out into the streets, with beautiful buildings adding to its appeal.

When looking for flats, this area will reflect Westend prices. If you’re looking for a steal, then this is not your area. But if you are looking for beautifully tree-lined streets, a quiet neighbourhood and several very nice cafes, then this area is for you.  Of course, all this does come at a price, and rent is very much on the high end, with parking also proving difficult at times.

Oberursel attracts families with children attending FIS (Frankfurt International School). Of course, work location needs to be taken into account, too, when choosing a place to live. Oberursel also serves as a gateway for hikers and mountain bikers due to its proximity to many mountain trails. If hiking isn’t your preference, Oberursel’s Altstadt is charming and offers a less strenuous activity. The town is accessible by both U-bahn and S-bahn.

Kronberg is known to be one of the more expensive areas to live outside of Frankfurt.  However, it offers good amenities and an S-Bahn (s4) connection to the city. Additionally, Opel Zoo is located just on the outskirts.

Bad Soden is a spa town on Frankfurt’s outskirts and a very popular area for families.

First, art lovers are drawn to the magnificent museums along Museumsufer. Second, those with a penchant for coffee frequent the quaint cafes, immersing themselves in the cafe culture. Finally, social individuals gravitate toward the numerous relaxed bars and restaurants scattered along the river and in the heart of Sachsenhausen itself. Sachsenhausen is also home to some of the famous Apfelwein taverns lining the Rittegasse pedestrian area.

Schweizerstraße, renowned for its cobblestone streets, is the main thoroughfare and offers excellent shopping opportunities. However, if you seek well-known high-street brands, Zeil is your go-to destination!

Attracting a younger demographic, apartments in Sachsenhausen can be rented at relatively affordable prices, with some boasting glorious views of the river.

Good to know:

• famous for its Apfelwein taverns
• Try one of our favourite cafes, Retablo

Along the river towards Osthafen, you can find artist studios, furniture shops, Oostend Cafe and Bar and a fantastic area around the ECB. Along the east part of the river, you will discover loads of festivals during the summer, and it is home to parties like LAZY and Die Kleinste Disko Der Welt. It’s the perfect place to bring visitors or take a stroll with the family.

Hafenpark is another excellent spot for the whole family. It’s great for running, a weekend BBQ or taking a stroll through the lovely gardens there.

Between Friedberger Landstrasse and Oederweg, one can find many bars, restaurants and cafes that are well worth exploring.  Also, be on the lookout for The Holzhausenpark (including Holzhausen Castle), which hosts many concerts and exhibitions.

On the downside, if you drive, parking is an absolute nightmare! If circling your apartment each evening for hours before finding suitable (or not-so-suitable) parking doesn’t sound like fun, then be sure to check when looking to rent a property whether it comes with parking or has the opportunity to rent one.

Because Nordend is a very popular area, rent can be on the higher side. If you find a flat you love, grab it then and there, as available flats don’t last long.

Home to some of Germany’s most exclusive shopping and real estate, be prepared to either have your wallet at the ready or push it as deep down inside your pocket as humanly possible (and hope that your partner and children don’t find it).

Innenstadt is home to cultural landmarks such as the historic Alte Oper and modern-day skyscrapers like the Main Tower and the Deutsche Bank Towers.  Furthermore, museums, galleries, and theatres add to the district’s cultural richness.

Good to know:

• Goethestraße for all luxury brands & shopping (Prada, Cartier, Gucci etc)
• Zeil for all high-street shopping

With it being a newer area it doesn’t have the charm of Westend and Nordend but parking is far less of issue and its quicker getting out into the countryside. Also, Rebstock Park & Rebstockbad are within walking distance along with a few smaller play areas and skateboard courses which provide plenty of entertainment for the kids!

On the downside there are plenty of building works with them currently building the latest Ubahn next to Skyline Plaza.

Skyline Plaza is a mall in the area which provides a great alternative to having to head into the city for shopping with plenty of high street options. Meridian Spa is on the 3rd floor and is a truly exceptional gym with all the toys one could hope to have. Another plus is that they have free childcare Meridini for members when you workout (of course certain opening hours apply and its only available to you while you workout) Meridian Spa

As a result of Bornheim playing host to the city’s Red Light District over a century ago the area was given the nickname Das lustige Dorf (“The merry\funny village”). The area still retains its lively and happening energy with Berger Straße being the backbone of much of the activity. Berger Straße is also the longest shopping street in Frankfurt bringing all kinds of bars, restaurants, wine shops, boutiques and flowers shops together. It’s the perfect area to explore on a sunny day.

While in Bornheim make sure to check out Günthersburg Park, the Zoo, Berger Street Food, Sandbar, Old Fritz, Naxos Studios and Cafe Süden.

You will find a variety of flats in the area. Because it’s a very popular area and quite central to many things in the city be sure to grab a flat when you see one. They don’t become available that often.

Bockenheimer Warte, a medieval watchtower, is one of the well-known landmarks, along with the U-Bahn entrance made to resemble a subway car bursting through from the earth below (pretty cool, we say)!

Traditionally, the area was central to student life. However, much of the University has since shifted eastward towards Westend. Affordable ‘student housing’, however, has remained a major draw card for Bockenheim and thus attracts a diverse range of residents!

Despite this, Altstadt has retained plenty of medieval charm and is an absolute delight to visit.  It contains many of Frankfurt’s important sites, the Römerberg plaza (a definite must-see) along with Römer city hall and Frankfurt Cathedral (Kaiserdom St Bartholomaus).

The iconic Römerberg square is a perfect representation of the half-timbered houses once so loved by a bygone era!  As previously mentioned, most of the original timber frame houses were destroyed in the war.  Thus, for a chance to see the only one still remaining in the square, head down towards the river.  Directly opposite the steps leading to the Historisches Museum you will find that it is not only still standing but fully functional, housing both a bakery and restaurant.  Compare it to the buildings on the rest of the square, and it certainly proves what a wonderful job the city has done rebuilding this historic part of the city!

Take a seat at one of Frankfurt’s coffee institutions, Wackers, and people watch as tourists amble across the square or perhaps head around the corner to the Schirn and take in an exhibition.  Whatever your pleasure, though, there’s bound to be a little something for everyone.

Good to know:

• the Römerberg is famous for its outdoor Christmas Market
• the cultural epicentre of Frankfurt with plenty of museums, galleries and shops