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Attraction · Frankfurt · Updated on 1 November 2026.

St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt

St. Paul's Church is an attraction in Frankfurt, Hesse. This place has an audio tour of about 2 minutes, in English or Dutch. 47 of the 50 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km. Within 260 m you'll find a bench, a public toilet, a water point and a bike pump.

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The story

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Audio tour · St. Paul's Church

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You're standing at St. Paul's Church, the Paulskirche, right in the centre of Frankfurt. Have a look at its shape. This isn't a long church, but a round neoclassical building. That shape had a purpose: everyone inside could easily hear the preacher or the speaker. And that's exactly why, in 1848, this building became the place where German history was made.

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Opening hours and admission

Opening hours
Every day 10:00-17:00
Wheelchair
Accessible

Source: OpenStreetMap and Wikidata.

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St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt: a place of democracy

St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt is a former church building that now hosts exhibitions and events. In 1848, the first national parliament met here. The delegates worked on a constitution for a unified nation, which is why people still see this building as a symbol of democracy. Every year, the peace prize of the book trade is also presented here. You will find St. Paul's Church at Paulsplatz 11, in the heart of Frankfurt. The Römer is 103 metres away, the Hauptwache 294 metres and the Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew 334 metres.

What you see at the Paulskirche

The Paulskirche in Frankfurt does not look like a church from the outside. You see a round building in classicist style. That shape meant everyone could hear the speaker well. Inside, it becomes clear that it is no longer a church. There is a mezzanine floor: an exhibition space lies below, and the large hall is above it. The team of architect Rudolf Schwarz changed the interior considerably. Almost nothing remains of the 1848 furnishings. So do not expect pews, an altar or an organ, but an open, modern space within a round outer wall.

Paulskirche's history

The Paulskirche was built between 1789 and 1833, replacing the medieval Barfüßerkirche, which had been demolished in 1786 because it was in ruins. Construction paused during a period of war, and architect Johann Friedrich Christian Hess completed the work. In 1848, a preliminary parliament met here from 31 March to 3 April, and on 18 May 1848 the assembly convened for the first time. Prussia and several smaller states opposed it, and on 30 May 1849 the parliament was dissolved. The church was destroyed in March 1944 during bombing raids, and it was the first building the city rebuilt after the war. It reopened in time for the parliament's centenary. In 1963, John F. Kennedy gave an important speech here.

St. Paul's Church opening hours and accessibility

The St. Paul's Church is open every day, Monday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 17:00. These times come from OpenStreetMap and were last checked on 4 October 2026. The building may be open at different times during an event, so for the latest information, please see the official website at frankfurt.de/frankfurt-entdecken-und-erleben/sehenswuerdigkeiten/fuer-historisch-interessierte/paulskirche. We have no details about tickets. The building is accessible to people using a wheelchair. Inside, there is also a toilet that can be used with a wheelchair.

Toilets, drinking water and benches nearby

If you need a rest, you will soon find a bench close to the Paulskirche. The nearest one is 37 metres away, near Barfüßergasse, and there are 67 benches within 500 metres. The nearest public toilet is 75 metres away, at Paulsplatz. You pay with coins there, so bring some small change. The toilet is wheelchair accessible and has a baby changing table, and there are 10 public toilets within 500 metres. Water is available from a tap 80 metres away, also at Paulsplatz. This tap is always open, you can reach it by wheelchair, and it is suitable for filling a bottle. There are 4 water taps within 500 metres. Cyclists will find the nearest bike pump 256 metres away, near Holzgraben, free to use. There are 2 bike pumps within 500 metres.

Walking and more to see nearby

After your visit, you can keep exploring on foot, as there are more sights close to the Paulskirche. Near the Römer and the Kaiserdom St. Bartholomäus, you will find an audio story in the Outdoor Pitstop app. The Hauptwache is located in between. If you fancy a slightly longer walk, the Alte Oper is 827 metres away. The Städel Museum is 1,008 metres away, and you can also listen to an audio story at this museum. There is also an audio story about the Paulskirche itself. It lasts 2 minutes, and you can listen to it in the app, on the spot.

Facilities near St. Paul's Church

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Well-known points of interest nearby

50 well-known points of interest nearby, those with an audio tour first. 47 of the 50 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km.

Städel Museum
MuseumAudio story · 2 min

Städel Museum · 1 km

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Römer
AttractionAudio story · 2 min

Römer · 100 m

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Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew
AttractionAudio story · 2 min

Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew · 330 m

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Senckenberg Naturmuseum
MuseumAudio story · 2 min

Senckenberg Naturmuseum · 2.2 km

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Hauptwache
AttractionStory

Hauptwache · 290 m

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt?

St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt is open every day from 10:00 to 17:00. This applies from Monday to Sunday.

Is St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt wheelchair accessible?

Yes, St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt is wheelchair accessible. There is also a wheelchair-accessible toilet inside.

Where is St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt located?

St. Paul's Church is at Paulsplatz 11, 60311 Frankfurt am Main. The Römer is 103 metres away, the Hauptwache is 294 metres away, and the Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew is 334 metres away.

When was St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt built?

St. Paul's Church was built between 1789 and 1833. The architect Johann Friedrich Christian Hess completed the work, in neoclassical style.

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