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Frankfurt o ers a balanced ecosystem for MICE groups who prefer a cosmopolitan, modern venue; but at the same time look for ways to cutdown on large carbon footprints generated during conclaves of such high magnitude. Guiding corporates and business tourists in this e ort to execute a green meeting is Frankfurt Convention Bureau, an e ective local body that helps in identifying meeting sites and event planners in the German city with sustainability as their principle focus. One such conference centre in Frankfurt is Kap Europa which has won several accolades for highlighting the green concept in both its design as well as operations. e space has the capacity to host up to 2,400 guests — there are two halls for 1,000 and 600 people respectively and 12 conference rooms.
If you wish to hire a larger space, there is Congress Center Messe Frankfurt (CMF) capable of accommodating up to 3,400 people. e centre o ers easy access to hotels, public transport and parking spaces, and is a ten-minute walk from the Central Station. e adjacent Maritim Hotel Frankfurt can be utilised for guest stays, saving you the transport cost and fuel consumption.
For groups having easy accessibility and connectivity as the top priority, Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center, located directly at Terminal 1 of Frankfurt Airport, serves well. e hotel has a total of 1,008 rooms and suites and 60 meeting rooms. eir largest event space is the Congress Center which can host up to 1,200 people.
A more invigorating business ambience can be fostered at Festhalle Frankfurt. Although, widely used for big music and entertainment concerts, this multi-purpose arena can well t the brief of a “MICE event outside the ballroom”. Festhalle Frankfurt provides 5,646 sqm, with space for up to 8,500 people (together with the two tiers) seated, and 13,500 people unseated.
Along with great connectivity and avant-garde meeting venues, Frankfurt boasts a favourable environment for hosting several incentive and team building activities for MICE groups. ematic city tours, cruise trips, culinary and brewing experiences, book fairs, interactive games and workshops are few of the many recreational programmes to undertake in Frankfurt.
Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof is where antiquity meets glorious architecture. Located in the heart of the financial district and the historical city centre, the hotel is close to Maintower, Römer and Paulskirche. The guestrooms and suites are elegantly designed and cater to the needs of all kinds of travellers. From their culinary section, the Autorenbar is an interesting choice for having intimate business meets over smoky whisky and classic cocktails. steigenberger.com
With a convenient location, lavish accommodation, an expansive F&B and high-end recreational provision, Jumeirah Frankfurt makes for a top-notch MICE and holiday abode in Germany. A unique aspect of the property is that it houses beehives on the roof at a height of about 100 metres. Guests can taste the honey from these honeycombs at the breakfast buffet or can buy a honey jar as a souvenir. For business events, hire their regal ballroom, bejewelled with Swarovski crystals. jumeirah.com
Splendid views of the River Main can be enjoyed from Intercontinental Frankfurt lodged in the heart of the city. Their extensive conference facilities involve 19 modern spaces, including a large ballroom and the 21st-floor Salon Silhouette offering breathtaking city scene. Stop by the DAXx Mainhattan’s Bar for sundowners and post-work tipples. Their menu boasts having over 60 specialist whiskies. ihg.com
Head over to Sofitel Frankfurt Opera Hotel if you are in a mood to experience French luxury in Frankfurt’s Mainhattan district. Flatter your tastebuds with the likes of king fish ceviche with celery and grapefruit; spring vegetable consommé with filled ravioli and old sherry; and cabbage and turnips with pickled quail egg at Restaurant Schönemann. all.accor.com
Straight out of a fantasy film is Villa Kennedy, presiding over Frankfurt’s south bank. The city’s famed museum quarter and St. Bartholomew Cathedral are some tourists attractions that you can explore while staying at this hotel. Satiate your Italian food cravings in an al fresco setting at Gusto restaurant serving the best of spaghetti al pomodoro, ravioli and fish cooked in Himalayan salt stone. roccofortehotels.com
Fleming's Selection Hotel FrankfurtCity, located at Eschenheimer Turm, is at a walkable distance from Zeil shopping street, the stock exchange, banking district and Römer. Meetings and receptions can be organised at Ambassador Club on the seventh floor. Make a pit stop at their skyline bar for innovative cocktails and signature spirits that are relished along with gleaming skyline sights. flemings-hotels.com