Having seen the techno clubs and the modern cafe culture, we wanted to find a glimpse of older Germany. Frankfurt had been terribly bombed out during WWII and has rebuilt itself beautifully with some stunning skyscrapers and sleek cultural spaces, but has also preserved and rebuilt some of its heritage sites.
Our first stop is Der Romerberg which I translate, albeit poorly, as the home of city government for 600 years. Traditional German architecture surrounds a cobblestone square which, on the day we arrive, is filled with stands and activity as Frankfurt prepares to host an Ironman race. Again new and old blend together.
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