Podcast Tour of Frankfurt's Apple Wine Culture Decoded

Frankfurt, Germany
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Duration1h 23m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Leave the glittering financial towers of 'Mainhattan' behind you and cross the river into the willful soul of Frankfurt. This is not a pub crawl; it is a cultural decoding. In the pub district of Sachsenhausen, a harsh, uncompromising apple wine dictates an age-old social order. Accompany an ex-chef and a local cultural historian as they discuss, try, and uncover the unwritten rules of long wooden tables. You will learn why you should never use a fork for your cheese, how a gray stoneware jug created social equality, and why this famous sour drink is the key to understanding Frankfurt's egalitarian heart.

- 1.4 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 83 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in culinary arts & identity and society & everyday life
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. 10m
    A historic pub with a painted facade depicting the basic vessel of apple wine: the ribbed glass.
  2. 10m
    A deeply rooted neighborhood pub that illuminates the unwritten rule of 'sliding in' and communal seating arrangements.
  3. 10m
    A traditional establishment, ideal for explaining the Bembel, the iconic salt-glazed jug, and the etiquette of pouring together.
  4. 10m
    One of the oldest still-operating pubs, where the historic 'Fichtekranz' was the focus, which signaled the fresh apple wine.
  5. 10m
    This pub, which has been operating since 1849, serves as a backdrop to talk about historical continuity and the transmission of unwritten rules.
  6. 10m
    A popular local meeting place to discuss the strict culinary etiquette of eating 'Handkäse mit Musik' without a fork.
  7. 10m
    A pub with an extensive apple wine menu that highlights the modern diversity and connoisseurship of the drink.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Frankfurt am Main Central Station with local public transport towards Zum Gemalten Haus. A few minutes walk from the nearest stop to the meeting point. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

Walk from the last stop Home in Lorsbacher Thal to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Frankfurt am Main Central Station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • 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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