Autumn in Frankfurt

The golden season

Events and Festivals Places to enjoy autumm Feelings and Inspirations

The 23rd of September marks the start of autumn.

In Frankfurt, however, the most magical time of the year begins as soon as the leaves glow in warm colours and the fresh, clear air invites you to explore.

Frankfurt during autumn inspires with a mixture of urban flair and autumnal nature. The city is transformed into a sea of colour as the leaves glow in the many parks and green spaces. A walk along the banks of the Main or through the Palmengarten, where autumnal flowers and plants are in full bloom, is particularly impressive.

The pleasant climate invites you to enjoy the city's many outdoor activities, such as a stroll across the weekly markets, which tempt you with seasonal delicacies. The city's traditional apple wine pubs offer a particularly cosy atmosphere during autumn, inviting you to enjoy regional specialities in a rustic setting.

Another reason why a trip to Frankfurt during autumn is particularly worthwhile is the city's cultural highlights. The Frankfurt Book Fair, the world's largest industry event, annually attracts countless literature enthusiasts from all across the globe. Numerous art and music festivals also take place during this season, reflecting the city's diverse cultural programme.

Historical sights such as the Römer and the Old Town blend harmoniously with myriad examples of modern architecture, providing a fascinating backdrop that is particularly impressive in the autumnal light. Frankfurt during autumn is an invitation to experience the city from its cosy and colourful side.

Frankfurt
celebrates

in autumn

Autumn Dippemess
Jazz on the Third and six years of the New Old Town
Frankfurt Book Fair

Fast-paced rides, nostalgic merry-go-rounds and a varied culinary offering including everything from typical Frankfurt specialities to sweet treats.

Colourful stalls, handmade ceramics and a very special atmosphere make the Dippemess a highlight for young and old. A visit is worthwhile for the whole family and takes you right into the lively heart of Frankfurt.

Autumn Dippemess Jazz on the Third Frankfurt Book Fair

Autumn locations in Frankfurt

Places to go for
autumn moments in Frankfurt

During the cooler months of the year, Frankfurt offers numerous places to linger and enjoy. The city shows itself from its most colourful side, with bright foliage and cosy squares.

Whether you're strolling through Grüneburgpark or the Palmengarten, or watching the colourful hustle and bustle on the banks of the Main, Frankfurt has a lot to offer for all those who love this very special time of year.

Cafés and restaurants with cosy (outdoor) terraces invite you to enjoy warm drinks while you take in the colourful scenery. Markets and folk festivals such as the Dippemess let you sample regional specialities and soak up the special autumnal atmosphere. Come and discover the best aspects of this golden season.

Autumnal walks along the River Main: Enjoy the colourful scenery along the river during a walk or bike ride. The sunsets are particularly beautiful, bathing the water in warm light, while the cosy riverside bars invite you to enjoy a warming drink.
Cafés and restaurants: Frankfurt's cosy cafés and rustic restaurants tempt you with autumnal specialities such as pumpkin soup and hot apple wine. Many offer warm blankets and space-heaters so that you may sit outside even during the cooler months.
Parks, gardens and green spaces: Experience the splendour of the colourful leaves in the Palmengarten, Grüneburgpark or Municipal Forest. These natural locations are ideal places to relax on a bench with a view of the golden foliage.
Cultural highlights and autumn markets: Frankfurt's museums attract visitors with exciting special exhibitions, while street artists enliven the city centre. One particularly special highlight is the Frankfurt Book Fair, which attracts visitors from all over the world every year. Regional delicacies such as hot apple wine, roasted chestnuts and other hearty treats await you at the autumnal edition of the Dippemess fair and the many weekly markets.

Bethmannpark
Frankfurt am Main
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Palmengarten (Botanical Garden Frankfurt)
Frankfurt am Main
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Lohrberg
Frankfurt am Main
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Feelings and
Inspirations

The arrival of autumn in Frankfurt

The air is fresh, the leaves glow in warm colours and the special atmosphere of this golden season is felt everywhere. The days get shorter, but the experiences are all the more intense. This is a time when Frankfurt comes to rest and at the same time attracts visitors with special autumnal offers. Here are some highlights that Frankfurt's residents particularly appreciate during this colourful season:

Visit the “Rembrandt's Amsterdam. Golden Times?” exhibition at the Städel Museum.
Browse through new books at the Frankfurt Book Fair and enjoy exciting readings.
Stroll through the weekly markets and drink hot apple wine
Go to a cosy cinema on a rainy day.
Stroll through the Palmengarten, enjoy the impressive blaze of colour and take part in relaxing botanical tours.

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