Taking a closer look ...
September 26, 2009
River Oder
After we hadn't seen for ages I was really keen on meeting a friend of mine that day! We decided to strolling through the town of Frankfurt (Oder) 'cause my friend hasn't been there before. How's that possible? Well, not entirely sure, but it definitely was. As it's often (and sadly) the case, we're extremely into travelling around the wide world but do not know our local surroundings very well. Finding out more about the own home region can also be a worthwhile pastime, though.
We walked around, chatted a lot, took photos and had a tasteful snack at an Italian restaurant - it was definitely a relaxing way to spend a sunny Saturday morning!
Frankfurt (Oder) is a town with a long history, that's provided with some intriguing facts. The town's located on the River Oder, which's the natural border to Poland.
Frankfurt was a member of the Hanseatic League from the 14th to the 16th century, in the beginning of the 16th century the first university of Brandenburg (nowadays that's the renowned Viadrina European University) was founded there and during World War II a few dramatic battles took place there.
No doubt, Frankfurt isn't the most popular destination for tourists but nonetheless architecturally lovely constructed buildings like the Neo-Gothic post office and the Gothic town hall, cultural events and charming cafés and restaurants are just a couple of neat impressions to enjoy.
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River Oder
The Cathoclic church
A creatively designed facade
Always worth a snapshot
Churches aren't just a religious place even though that's what they are meant to be in the first place. These buildings reveals lots of historical information and many churches are built in such an imposing way that they are also a true magnet for architecture lovers!
The town of Frankfurt (Oder) is lucky enough to have more than just one of these pearls! Two of the most significant churches are the Catholic church and the St. Marienkirche that offer regular services, are engaged in several projects and allow a deep insight to everybody, who's interested in architecture including pretty adornments, which don't have to be that overwhelming to touch people.
The most popular church is the Marienkirche because of its long history, which begun in the 13th century, and its wonderful leaded windows consisting of 117 neat pictures that represent the bible's milestones. These pieces of art disappeared after World War II and were just rediscovered in the St. Petersburg in 1997. It was rather good luck that Frankfurt got these windows back so that all of the windows are back in the church since November 2008.
If you stop by at the Catholic Church 'Heilig Kreuz' ('Holy Cross') you'll be able to look at the colourful windows, which highly reminds of a bright kaleidoscope.
All in all it can be said that you don't have to be religious to participate in the warmth and joy a church's able to share!
The town of Frankfurt (Oder) is lucky enough to have more than just one of these pearls! Two of the most significant churches are the Catholic church and the St. Marienkirche that offer regular services, are engaged in several projects and allow a deep insight to everybody, who's interested in architecture including pretty adornments, which don't have to be that overwhelming to touch people.
The most popular church is the Marienkirche because of its long history, which begun in the 13th century, and its wonderful leaded windows consisting of 117 neat pictures that represent the bible's milestones. These pieces of art disappeared after World War II and were just rediscovered in the St. Petersburg in 1997. It was rather good luck that Frankfurt got these windows back so that all of the windows are back in the church since November 2008.
If you stop by at the Catholic Church 'Heilig Kreuz' ('Holy Cross') you'll be able to look at the colourful windows, which highly reminds of a bright kaleidoscope.
All in all it can be said that you don't have to be religious to participate in the warmth and joy a church's able to share!
Church 'Heilig Kreuz'
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A short trip to Italy
'Fratelli' is a charming Italian restaurant, which spreads this special Mediterranean flair just when you enter the location that is situated in the historic town centre of Frankfurt (Oder).
It's pretty fine to be greeted with an enthusiastic 'Boun Giorno' and welcomed by Italian chansons singing waiters!
If you're a fan of Italian dishes and this typical atmosphere you have to come around to this restaurant because the lovely and comfy arranged interior reminds of holiday in the south of Europe, the menu, which is also written in Italian, lists every Italian delicacy you can think of and all in all the staff is highly interested in treating you well!
After you took a seat at the table that's recommended by the waiter you get a little appetizer consisting of deliciously marinated olives and nice bread. The served main courses and drinks are truly fresh and tasteful, for sure!
The service is friendly and exemplary attentive (our waiter only seemed to be a tiny bit irritated for a second as we asked when the salad would be brought). However, the general impression was a positive one!
'Fratelli' offers a worthwhile range of Italian dishes that are not too reasonable but nonetheless spending a joyous hour surrounded by family and friends in this homey location is recommended indeed!
It's pretty fine to be greeted with an enthusiastic 'Boun Giorno' and welcomed by Italian chansons singing waiters!
If you're a fan of Italian dishes and this typical atmosphere you have to come around to this restaurant because the lovely and comfy arranged interior reminds of holiday in the south of Europe, the menu, which is also written in Italian, lists every Italian delicacy you can think of and all in all the staff is highly interested in treating you well!
After you took a seat at the table that's recommended by the waiter you get a little appetizer consisting of deliciously marinated olives and nice bread. The served main courses and drinks are truly fresh and tasteful, for sure!
The service is friendly and exemplary attentive (our waiter only seemed to be a tiny bit irritated for a second as we asked when the salad would be brought). However, the general impression was a positive one!
'Fratelli' offers a worthwhile range of Italian dishes that are not too reasonable but nonetheless spending a joyous hour surrounded by family and friends in this homey location is recommended indeed!
Welcome to Italy
The appetizer
White hot chocolate
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