Städel Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on Frankfurt's 'Museum Embankment' along the Main River, the Städel Museum feels like a treasure chest for anyone who loves European art. You can easily lose an entire afternoon wandering from the solemn beauty of medieval altarpieces straight into the radiant light of a Monet, then right up to a provocative contemporary installation. It’s that incredible chronological sweep, all under one roof, that makes it so special. The collection has this wonderful flow that connects centuries of artistic thought and technique.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the hauntingly detailed 'Lucca Madonna' by Jan van Eyck or the dreamy softness of Degas' 'Orchestra Musicians'. For a real thrill, head downstairs to their subterranean modern art wing, where you can stand face-to-face with massive canvases by Gerhard Richter.
Visitor Information
It's wonderfully easy to get to on the tram, and while it can get busy, the galleries are spacious enough to find a quiet moment with your favorite painting. Check their website before you go as they often have fantastic temporary exhibitions that need timed tickets.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a mix of a handsome, historicist facade and a stunning, modern underground extension topped with ocular skylights that bathe the contemporary galleries in natural light.
Contact & Location
Address: Hauptgebäude Städel Museum (Mainflügel), 63, Schaumainkai, Sachsenhausen, Sachsenhausen Nord, Süd, Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, 60596, Deutschland
Phone: +49 69 605098200
Website: Visit Website
