After a long hiatus, one of Frankfurt‘s most popular tourist attractions has reopened to the public. Visitors are now welcome to scale the 328 steps of Emperor’s Cathedral, a 700 year old cathedral that was once the coronation point for kings of the German Empire.
Visitors on city breaks in Frankfurt will once again be able to scale the cathedral to witness unparalleled views from its tower. The Old Town surrounding the cathedral includes St Paul’s Church and Frankfurt’s city hall, the Roemer, and from the tower visitors can view all points with the Frankfurt skyline as a picturesque backdrop.
The cathedral was built in the 14th century, between 1315 and 1358, and exhibits a stunning Gothic style of architecture. Shortly after the cathedral’s completion, Emperor Charles IV declared Frankfurt the new coronation site for rulers of the Holy Roman Empire. A total of 10 emperors visited the chapel before assuming power.
The cathedral had previously been sealed off to tourists for 11 years, as structural damage made it unsafe for large crowds, though repairs have made the site safe for the public once again.
However, the cathedral is not just famed for its stunning architecture and historical significance. A collection of religious artwork also finds its home in the chapel, including a painting by Antonius van Dyck, the Sleeping Mary Altar, and more.
To discover more on the history of the religious facility, visitors can make their way to the nearby Cathedral Museum, which offers tours exploring and explaining the various tombs of the cathedral.
