Messeturm, Commercial skyscraper in Westend-Süd district, Frankfurt, Germany
Description
Messeturm is a high-rise tower with a square base that transitions into a cylindrical shaft and is crowned by a pyramid-shaped top. Standing at 256.5 meters tall with 63 floors, it contains approximately 61,700 square meters of office space and is served by 24 elevators.
History
The tower was completed in 1990 and held the title of Europe's tallest building until 1997, when the Commerzbank Tower surpassed it. This brief period marked a significant moment in Frankfurt's rise as a major financial center during the 1990s.
Culture
The pencil-shaped outline is instantly recognizable across Frankfurt's skyline and has become a defining symbol of the city's financial heart. Locals and visitors alike can spot this distinctive form from many viewpoints throughout the metropolitan area.
Practical
The building is located in western Frankfurt's central business district and is easily accessible by public transport from several nearby stations. Since it is primarily an office building, the interior is generally not open for casual visits, so the best way to experience it is to view it from outside and explore the surrounding area.
Did you know?
The foundation required an extraordinary concrete pour completed in just 78 hours without stopping, using approximately 90 trucks to reach a depth of 6 meters. This record-setting construction technique is rarely known to visitors but shaped how the entire tower stands on the ground.
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