We miss you. So welcome to virtual Germany!
We miss you. We really do. And we hope to see you soon! Until then, we’d love to take you on a virtual tour of the FrankfurtRhineMain region in the heart of Germany. Read more about some of the virtual offers in and around Frankfurt, in places like Darmstadt, Mainz, Bad Homburg, and Wiesbaden. BadHomburGO includes a fun quiz while Wiesbaden’s image film “That’s why we love it” is guaranteed to give you goosebumps, as is Frankfurt’s brand new video called “From Frankfurt with love. We also present the unique, historic research project in Lauresham, which is now available online. Join us on this virtual trip!
“From Frankfurt with love” – a brand new video
Frankfurt’s brand new image video has a clear message: We miss you! It’s a video that shows our love for the city and its visitors. Discover the highlights of this often overlooked city in less than two minutes and begin to see the city in a new light. Frankfurt is not just about finance and banking; it’s about so much more: rich culture and history, breathtaking architecture on the banks of the Main river, and plenty of green areas. And let’s not forget the culinary scene! We have several other virtual tours of the city, including an amazing drone tour, all available on the same web page. Take a look for yourself … and enjoy the ride!
Click here to watch “From Frankfurt with love” and much more.
The “new old town” of Frankfurt – a digital delight
The reconstructed old town of Frankfurt was opened in September 2018 to massive public acclaim. And its new-found popularity has not waned. The 15 new constructions (built to original plans) and a further 20 new buildings in the heart of the city center are a unique project that gives Frankfurt a whole new look. The virtual tour of the old town shows you all this. All you have to do is download the “Frankfurt Old Town AR” app from Google Play or the Apple App Store, scan the postcard, and tap the highlights you would like to see.
Click here to take a virtual tour of Frankfurt’s old town.
Luminale 2020 – magic on your screen
The majestic city hall, the old opera house, the Carmelite monastery: These are but a few examples of the breathtaking backdrops for the Luminale 2020 in Frankfurt, one of the most spectacular light show events in Germany. Due to take place from Thursday, March 12, to Sunday, March 15, 2020, the festival had to be cancelled. But that didn’t stop us from bringing this magical experience to you! Several videos documenting light installations that demonstrate the works of famous artists are available for you online. The light shows and music are sure to take you to a fantastical place, even if just for a moment.
Click here to enjoy the Luminale 2020.
Wiesbaden’s image film: “That’s why we love it”
Wiesbaden, the Hessian state capital, can be described as nothing short of grand, both in terms of architecture and in terms of a soul, which you really feel when visiting the city. The image film “That’s why we love it” (accompanied by a song bearing the same name) really projects the heart and soul of this beautiful city. The feeling that you get watching this film is not only for the city, but for the entire region around it. The four-minute movie will tease your taste buds, bring tears to your eyes, put a smile on your face, and give you a rush of emotions! In addition to the image film, there are 3D sightseeing videos of various attractions including the Kurhaus, the Hessian State Theatre, and Biebrich Palace on the Rhine.
Click here to watch Wiesbaden’s image film.
Click here to enjoy the 3D sightseeing videos.
Have you ever hunted a squirrel or a falcon? Digitally? Well, now you can. And you can even collect rewards for it! The “Bad HomburGO” app (also called “Stempelpass”) includes useful information about the city and its highlights, as well as an interactive Schnitzeljagd (treasure hunt) where you can collect points and rewards for finding the animals using your phone. Bad Homburg has managed to pack its digital city guide with fun and excitement for visitors of all ages. Download the app free of charge from Google Play or the Apple App Store. It is available in German, French, and English.
Download “Bad HomburGo” here.
The German capital of Art Nouveau: Darmstadt
You may have heard Darmstadt and Mathildenhöhe, its famous former artists’ colony, referred to as Germany’s “City of Art Nouveau”. But did you know that Darmstadt and its immediate surroundings are home to exciting and hidden gems including Hotel Jagdschloss Kranichstein (a former hunting lodge) and the inimitable Grube Messel (Messel Pit Fossil Site)? The city is rapidly evolving and has become a good alternative to Frankfurt for overnight stays, especially since it’s situated so close by. Darmstadt is well worth discovering and will certainly capture your imagination. An artists’ colony was established at Mathildenhöhe in 1899 and was a center for art and exhibitions until 1914. Today, it is considered one of the most important Art Nouveau treasures in Germany. The Mathildenhöhe app guides you through the history and development of this special place – a truly unique experience.
Download the Mathildenhöhe app from the Apple App Store or Google Play
Lauresham digital – an open-air laboratory for experimental archaeology
Lorsch Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is no ordinary abbey. Established in 764, it was subsequently declared the most important imperial abbey by Charlemagne. Today, the abbey, its museum, and the beautiful surroundings are well worth a visit. Lauresham open-air laboratory is involved in several important research projects. Visitors can travel back in time in a 1:1 scale model of a Carolingian manor farm from around 800 AD. In response to the current situation, the laboratory has launched a project to produce videos of the progress of their exciting research projects. The first one (in German with English subtitles) is already available on YouTube: The “Ridge and furrow research project” revisits farming in the Early Middle Ages. So buckle up, there is a lot of time travel to be done!
Click here to watch the first Lauresham digital video.
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