The ECB’s glass office tower in Frankfurt’s Ostend is a prominent feature in the city’s skyline. You can take a guided tour to see up close where the custodians of the euro work. The 90-minute walking tour includes the renovated and historically listed Grossmarkthalle, the conference area with a selection of exhibits from the ECB’s art collection, as well as the (roughly) 185-metre high twin towers.
The building was designed by the Viennese architect Wolf D. Prix and his firm COOP HIMMELB(L)AU. During the tour, you will learn interesting facts about the construction, energy efficiency and sustainability of the premises. The literal high point of the tour is a lift ride up to the interchange platform on the 27th floor, where the two towers join. Here, you can experience a breathtaking view of Frankfurt and the surrounding area.Photos: ECB
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Duration: | Roughly 1.5 hours |
Tour price: | Free |
Meetingpoint: | 15 minutes before the start of the tour at the Visitor Entrance (security check), Sonnemannstrasse 20, 60314 Frankfurt |
Participation is only possible if booked in advance. Entrance to the premises is only permitted with a valid passport. For EU and EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) nationals we also accept a valid national ID-card.Driving licences, student or employee ID cards and residence permits are not accepted. | |
Please note: | Weapons, dangerous items, hazardous substances and large items of baggage are not allowed. Pets are not permitted. |
Minimum age: | 16 |
Accessibility: | This tour is wheelchair accessible. Please inform us of any mobility requirements when you make your booking. |
Disclaimer: | The ECB reserves the right to cancel the tour at short notice. |