Frankfurt's Oktoberfest Origins: Group Walking Tour

Duration2h

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LanguagesGerman, English

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover Frankfurt's Oktoberfest history on a guided group walking tour through the city's historic center.

Explore the traditions that shaped Frankfurt's festival culture. Walk through historic squares and learn how medieval markets developed into popular fairs. Discover the story of the Dippemess and its centuries-old connection to Frankfurt. Hear how local celebrations brought together trade, drink and entertainment. See how Frankfurt developed its own social drinking traditions beyond Bavaria's famous beer culture. The tour concludes with the story of Frankfurt's modern Oktoberfest. This experience offers historical context beyond the festival itself, making it an engaging introduction to Frankfurt's local traditions and modern Oktoberfest identity.

Please note: This tour requires a minimum of 4 participants to operate, barring which, the tour may be canceled (a full refund or alternative date will be offered).

What's included

Local Professional Tour Guide
Tours Offered in English and German
Explore The Origins of Frankfurt's Oktoberfest with Like-minded Travelers

Meals and Drinks

What to expect

Romerberg
25m

Römerberg was the center of Frankfurt's medieval market life. It also played an important role in the early history of the Dippemess (folk fairs). Explore the historic square while your guide explains Frankfurt's early market traditions. Learn how trade gradually developed into public entertainment.
Mainkai
20m

The Main River shaped Frankfurt's commercial life for centuries. Its waterfront also became an important setting for public celebrations. Discover the history of the Mainfest, and how this long-running Frankfurt festival's traditions developed around the river.
15m

The Eiserner Steg connects Frankfurt's historic center with Sachsenhausen. The bridge has stood here since 1868 and offers views of both sides of the city. Hear how Frankfurt's festival traditions extended beyond the historic center.
Alte Brucke
20m

The Alte Brücke is Frankfurt's historic river crossing into Sachsenhausen. Here, your guide will explain how the Dippemess fair moved through Frankfurt before reaching its present-day location.
20m

Affentorplatz marks the historic entrance to Sachsenhausen. The district became closely associated with Frankfurt's traditional taverns and Apfelwein culture. Spend time exploring the character of old Sachsenhausen with your fellow travelers. Discover how local drinking traditions differ from Bavaria's beer-centered festival culture
20m

Schweizer Platz sits at the heart of Sachsenhausen's traditional social district. Its surrounding streets provide a fitting setting for the final part of the story. Hear how Frankfurt's older festival traditions eventually connected with the modern Oktoberfest concept.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will meet all guests by the Fountain of Justice at Römerberg. The fountain is located in the center of the square opposite the Römer.
(60311 Frankfurt am Main)

End point

In this bustling area, learn about the festivals and traditions that came before Frankfurt's modern Oktoberfest.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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$349.00 per person

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