Nippon Connection, the world’s largest festival for Japanese cinema, is taking place in Frankfurt this week. We spoke to a fan in Germany to find out what's on and how to enjoy it.
The third round of 'No Kings' protests against Donald Trump and his leadership of the US government is set to take place on Saturday, March 28th. Here's where demonstrations are planned in Germany.
Voters in the German state of Hesse went to the polls on Sunday in regional elections. Preliminary results show gains for Merz's conservatives, a surge in support for the far-right and losses for the Greens.
New direct international flights are launching from Frankfurt Airport in 2026, giving travellers in Germany more options for short‑haul trips around Europe as well as more comfortable options for intercontinental travel.
With subways and trams at a standstill, commuters in Frankfurt will need to plan how they move on Thursday. Here’s what’s affected by the strike – and which transport options are still available.
Amidst severe icy weather in western Germany, Frankfurt Airport has cancelled nearly 100 flights scheduled for Monday, leaving many travellers facing unexpected delays and disruptions.
New Year's Eve in Germany is all about fireworks. Here are The Local's suggestions for where to watch them across the country, from Berlin and Hamburg to Cologne, Munich and elsewhere.
Commuters in Frankfurt are facing difficult journeys on Tuesday, as repair work in central parts of the city are causing serious disruptions to S-Bahn traffic.
Demonstrations are taking place in major German cities on Saturday October 18th, as part of the wider 'No Kings' Rally against rising authoritarianism in the United States.
A man from the German state of Hesse has won €15.3 million in the lottery after discovering a forgotten ticket in his coat pocket six months after he bought it.
Salaries are higher in Frankfurt while Munich has higher housing costs, according to a recent report. The Local looks at average salaries and apartment prices to get a sense of how affordable Germany’s big cities really are.
New screening equipment at place in several German airports should allow passengers to bring more liquids with them on flights. So when will the 100 ml limit be dropped?
A battle has broken out over plans to open a new help centre for crack addicts near Frankfurt's main railway station, an area notorious for its bustling illegal drugs scene.
Germany's latest step toward digitalisation means local authorities will soon only accept digital photos for ID cards and residence permits. But from difficulties photographing babies to delays setting up photo machines, problems remain.
Home to Germany's largest airport, you can expect to find direct flights from Frankfurt to most major US cities. Here's a look at some of the lesser-known destinations with direct connections this summer.
Germany's financial capital is not only home to a thriving international community, but also boasts a rich local culinary culture. Here are nine traditional foods and drinks you must try on any trip to Frankfurt.
If you want to explore the area around Frankfurt this summer, there are plenty of destinations you can reach in under two hours with the Germany-wide travel pass.
Germany's biggest airport is switching to a new summer flight schedule next month, with a range of new services to European and long-haul destinations. Here are the new flights that will soon be running from Frankfurt Airport across the globe.
Workers' strikes began at major airports across Germany on Monday. Here's which airports are affected and what to know if your flight is delayed or cancelled.
Transport workers are staging a warning strike in the German city of Frankfurt on Wednesday. Here's how it will affect commuters and other public transport users, and the options you have to get around.
The 59th Super Bowl is coming up, and fans in Germany have several options to watch the game. From TV broadcasts to live events, here’s how to catch all the action.
Frankfurt Airport is among the world's first to adopt the use of walk-through security scanners. Following a year long test period, German police have authorized their full-scale use.
After months of restrictions for passengers, trains between Frankfurt and Mannheim will run again from Sunday. Here's what you need to know about the gradual re-opening of the Riedbahn.
