Römerberg (Frankfurt)
Public square in Frankfurt, Germany
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Römerberg (German pronunciation: [ˈʁøːmɐbɛʁk]; also spelled as Roemerberg, lit. 'Roman Mountain') is a public space in Frankfurt, Germany. It is located in front of the Römer building complex, seat of the Frankfurt city administration since the 15th century.[1] As the site of numerous imperial coronations, trade fairs and Christmas markets, the square is the historic heart of the medieval Altstadt (old town) and a popular tourist destination.
Paulsplatz, another historic square, is to the north. The Old St Nicholas Church and Historical Museum are to the south. Beyond that is the Mainkai, a promenade by the River Main. On the west side of the square is the reconstructed Römer medieval building. To the east is the Dom-Römer Project, and beyond that is Frankfurt Cathedral.
Römerberg is a major location for the outdoor Frankfurt Christmas Market.[2]
It was the site of a Nazi book burning in 1933.
Römer, town hall Frankfurt am Main
