Louisa Park

Louisa Park is a wooded park covering about 20 hectares on the northern edge of Frankfurt's Stadtwald in the Sachsenhausen district. It features walking paths, open meadows, a large play area with wooden structures, water features, and quiet green spaces for strolling.

Simon Moritz von Bethmann, a wealthy banker, created this landscape garden in 1812 and named it after his wife Louise Friederike. He also built a hunting lodge called Borkenhäuschen, which influenced the original design of the grounds.

A bronze statue of Eclipse, a horse that belonged to the park's founder, stands within the grounds and is protected as a monument. The sculpture reflects the personal connection between the family and their beloved animal.

The site works well for families with children, as it has a 2.5-hectare play area with wooden structures, slides, and water features for ages two and up. The pathways are laid out in loops, making it easy to navigate and explore different parts of the park.

Stone paving squares on the ground mark the historical sightlines from the former hunting lodge balcony, revealing how the landscape was originally designed. These subtle markers help visitors understand the spatial layout and the banker's vision for the grounds.

Location: Frankfurt

GPS coordinates: 50.08500,8.66714

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03