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About Sendesaal des HR

The Sendesaal des HR is a storied concert hall within the Hessischer Rundfunk complex in Frankfurt am Main. With a capacity of 840 seats, it has hosted iconic moments in music history, from a Eurovision Song Contest in 1957 to Bundesliga-level premieres in contemporary composition. Today, it continues as a versatile performance space and the home venue for the hr-Sinfonieorchester and hr-Bigband. Whether you’re attending a classical concert or a special event, we’ve got you covered for a straightforward ticket-buying experience and practical venue details.

Located in the Dornbusch district, this venue blends a public-service broadcasting heritage with quality acoustics and a welcoming atmosphere. The public seating arrangement follows a typical auditorium layout, designed to offer good sightlines and an intimate listening experience.

Plan your visit with ease: free parking opposite the main entrance, convenient public transit stops at Dornbusch and Hauptfriedhof within a short 5–10 minute walk, and nearby hotel options for a comfortable stay. We highlight affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure convenient accommodations and dining near the venue.

Key historic highlights include the 1957 Eurovision presence and Karlheinz Stockhausen’s Mixtur for reduced orchestra premiere in 1967. If you’re seeking a venue with a rich cultural legacy and reliable, straightforward ticket access, Sendesaal des HR is a standout choice in Frankfurt.

Address: Bertramstraße 8, 60320 Frankfurt am Main. Parking: large public lot opposite the main entrance (free). Transit: Dornbusch and Hauptfriedhof stops nearby. Nearby hotels include NH Collection Frankfurt City, The Westin Grand Frankfurt, and Motel One Frankfurt-Römer. For a seamless trip, consider our affiliate hotel partners for your stay and dining options near the venue.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 840 seats.
  • Address: Bertramstraße 8, 60320 Frankfurt am Main.
  • Venue type: Concert hall within the Hessischer Rundfunk complex (Funkhaus am Dornbusch); originally also a TV studio.
  • Seating chart: Public seating plan not publicly published; typical auditorium seating.
  • Parking: Large public parking opposite the main entrance (free).
  • Transit: Closest public transit stops are Dornbusch and Hauptfriedhof (roughly 5–10 minutes on foot).
  • Nearby hotels: NH Collection Frankfurt City (Vilbeler Str. 2, 60313), The Westin Grand Frankfurt (Konrad-Adenauer-Str. 7, 60313), Motel One Frankfurt-Römer (Berliner Str. 55, 60311).
  • Notable events: Hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 1957; Stockhausen's Mixtur for reduced orchestra premiered there in 1967; home venue for hr-Sinfonieorchester and hr-Bigband.