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Garden · Frankfurt, Hesse
Palmengarten
A 22-hectare botanical garden opened in 1871 in the Westend district, with tropical plant greenhouses, outdoor themed areas and lakes.
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About Palmengarten
The Palmengarten is one of Frankfurt's two botanical gardens and one of the largest of its kind in Germany, covering 22 hectares in the Westend district. It was opened to the public in 1871 by a citizens' society that bought a duke's plant collection.
The greenhouses bring together different climates: the Palmenhaus, the large 19th-century palm house, and the Tropicarium, with rainforest, mangrove, cacti and desert plants. Outside there is a rose garden, areas with steppe and mountain plants, lawns and a lake.
The garden is contiguous with the Botanischer Garten and the Grüneburgpark, forming the largest green area near the city center. In spring and summer the outdoor areas are at their best; in winter the greenhouses are the main reason to visit.
The Palmengarten is open every day, with reduced hours from November to January. At certain times it hosts flower exhibitions and nighttime events with lighting.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
2 to 3 hours.
Best time
April to September for the outdoor gardens; on cold or rainy days, the greenhouses. The garden is quieter in the morning.
How to get there
Main entrance on Siesmayerstraße. Metro station Bockenheimer Warte (U4, U6, U7), about a 10-minute walk.
Tip
Combine the visit with a walk through Grüneburgpark next door, where entrance is free. Bring a light coat: the temperature difference between the greenhouses and outside is large in winter.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Palmengarten
Is the Palmengarten open year-round?
Yes, every day, with shorter hours during the winter months. Check before you go.
Is it worth visiting in winter?
Yes — for the heated tropical greenhouses. The outdoor gardens are best from spring through early autumn.
How to get there from the center?
By subway to Bockenheimer Warte station (U4, U6, U7) and about a 10-minute walk.