Overview

This former police station is one of Frankfurt's best-known landmarks. In the 18th Century, the square-shaped, Baroque building with its columned arcades was built as a police station and prison, when it housed many famous but reluctant guests (such as the councilor Johannes Erasmus Senckenberg and the legendary robber Schinderhannes). With a rich history behind it, the Café Hauptwache now attracts guests with hearty local and international fare and delectable desserts. People watch while seated in the outdoor area in the summer while you sip cold drinks and juices. The space can also be used to host business or private events.