Freßgass, Pedestrian zone in Innenstadt, Frankfurt, Germany
Freßgass is a pedestrian zone in Frankfurt's city center that extends between Opera Square and Rathenau Square, with wide walkways lined by sycamore trees. The area combines upscale retail spaces like the Apple Store and Tesla showroom with traditional restaurants and food establishments.
The street received its name around 1900 when numerous food shops and delicatessens established themselves in this location. Over the decades, it evolved into a central shopping destination with changing retail offerings.
The name Freßgass comes from the numerous food shops and delicatessens that established themselves here around 1900. Today, this heritage lives on through traditional restaurants and eateries that coexist alongside contemporary retail spaces.
Freßgass is easily reached from Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof station to the east or Alte Oper station to the west, both offering direct access to the pedestrian zone. The wide, flat walkway makes a visit straightforward for anyone.
The Rheingau Wine Festival has taken place annually on Freßgass since 1977, showcasing wines from producers in the Rheingau and Rheinhessen regions. This event attracts wine enthusiasts from across the region and beyond.
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