Niederrad Travel Guide

Frankfurt

Niederrad
Niederrad
Niederrad
Niederrad
Niederrad

Explore a residential area in Frankfurt where you can enjoy lush green spaces while viewing the architecture of historic and modern buildings.

Niederrad is a picturesque German district with a laid-back town centre and interesting architecture, such as the Baroque Frauenhoftor building. During the summer have a great day outside along the banks of the Main River and at the popular Elli-Lucht-Park.

In 1927 the architect and city planner Ernst May designed Bruchfeldstraße, one of the most famous housing developments in Niederrad. Visit this picturesque area and discover why it's also known as Zickzackhausen (Zigzag). Notice that the façades of the buildings have an unusual angled layout that gives them a sawtooth appearance. Explore this interesting quarter and take photos. The neighbourhood was born as a result of the Neues Frankfurt, a housing project developed between 1925 and 1930 to create a new type of urban settlement in the city.

While you are visiting Niederrad, make sure you stop at the Frauenhoftor. This beautiful building was once a cotton factory, constructed between 1761 and 1781. Admire one of the best-preserved Baroque structures in Frankfurt, together with the Bolongaro Palace in the Höchst district. See its elegant arch built to allow loaded trucks easy access to the city when the factory was operational.

Discover the green zones of Niederrad. The district is part of the Frankfurter Grüngürtel (Frankfurt Green Belt), a landscape conservation area that covers about 20,000 acres (8,000 hectares) of land. The belt also includes Frankfurter Stadtwald (Frankfurt City Forest), one of the biggest inner-city forests in Germany. Access this great forest from the southern part of Niederrad.

Stroll along the banks of the Main River to enjoy another beautiful natural space with bicycle paths and nice views. Visit some of the parks in Niederrad, such as Elli-Lucht-Park and Carl-von-Weinberg Park, which has a large playground.

Find the Niederrad district south of the Main River, in Frankfurt am Main, the fifth-largest city in Germany. From the Frankfurt-Niederrad station catch regional trains and buses that travel to many major destinations, including Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (Frankfurt Main Station).


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Top hotels in Niederrad

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿3,041 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,041
฿3,407 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,262 reviews)
"The hotel was very close with frequent shuttle service between the airport and hotel every 20 minutes. We arrived early and asked if we could get into our room early. The desk staff said it would cost use EU40 if we wanted in before 3pm. I thought this was not fair since they had room open."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿5,473 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿5,473
฿6,010 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,641 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable room with great amenities. Breakfast was delicious with a healthy and varied spread."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport

Amelia-Mary-Earhart-Straße 9, Frankfurt
The price is ฿2,737 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿2,737
฿3,081 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our short stay here. Room was clean and quiet. Shuttle to airport was fast. Reception staff was incredibly helpful and nice. Will stay here again"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿2,858 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,858
฿3,211 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Rooms clean though could use a little makeover with the carpet that looks a bit old. Overall stay was great. Close to shopping plaza and airport not so far away either."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿2,719 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,719
฿3,062 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,115 reviews)
"The parking options were confusing, but we figured it out and everything was manageable. Close proximity to rental car and airport and we were please with the room and cleanliness."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd

Mannheimer Str. 21, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿2,643 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,643
฿2,981 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,545 reviews)
"Convenient to the train station! AC did not cool the room so we had to open the window. A bit noisy outside due to our room location. We will stay again, but in a courtyard room to avoid the street noise. Staff was excellent. Walking distance to the river and area restaurants were nice."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
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Other neighbourhoods around Niederrad

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Gutleutviertel

3.5/5(46 area reviews)

Visitors to Gutleutviertel love its abundant dining options, and if you want to see more of the area, jump on the metro at Heilbronner Straße Tram Stop.

Gutleutviertel
Frankfurt showing a river or creek and a city

Innenstadt 1

If you're spending time in Innenstadt 1, check out sights like Skyline Plaza or Kaiserstrasse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Speyerer Straße Tram Stop or Heilbronner Straße Tram Stop.

Innenstadt 1
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Gallus

4/5(51 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Gallus. Spend some time visiting top spots like Skyline Plaza, and catch the metro at Frankfurt (Main) Galluswarte S-Bahn or Galluswarte Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Gallus
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Sachsenhausen Nord

4/5(19 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Sachsenhausen Nord. Top attractions like Staedel Museum and Museumsufer are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Schwanthalerstraße Tram Stop or Schweizer Place U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Sachsenhausen Nord
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Bahnhofsviertel

3/5(144 area reviews)

Bahnhofsviertel is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kaiserstrasse and Museumsufer. See more of Frankfurt by jumping on the metro at Weserstraße-Münchener Straße Tram Stop or Münchener Straß/ Frankfurt Central Tram Stop.

Bahnhofsviertel
Sachsenhausen showing a city and street scenes

Frankfurt am Main Süd

While you're in Frankfurt am Main Süd, take in top sights like Deutsche Bank Park or Staedel Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bürostadt Niederrad Tram Stop or Stadion Straßenbahn Tram Stop.

Frankfurt am Main Süd


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