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Updated April 5, 2025

Krawallschachtel is one of the oldest gay pubs in Frankfurt, boasting since 1526!

Frankfurt,
Germany

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Bar Details

Krawallschachtel is located in Frankfurt near the bustling “ZEIL” shopping boulevard, and is a mixed pub that buzzes with life and laughter. Krawallschachtel is an eclectic bar that has been serving the LGBTQ+ community and allies for hundreds of years! (Yes, that's right!)

Hours

From 7 p.m. every evening (and from the even more eager hour of 5 p.m. on Saturdays), the Krawallschachtel springs to life. Its doors open to a world where you can unwind, have some cocktails and relax with friends new and old.

Drinks

There is a wide selection of drinks such as freshly tapped beer, original Frankfurt cider, sparkling wine, wine, spirits and even brewed coffee if you are in need of a pick me up!

Crowd

Patrons are a mix of the LGBTQ+ community and straight allies. Ages range usually from 20s to 50s, depending on time and day.

Whether you are wanting to check out once of the oldest pubs in Frankfurt, want to try their special cider or just want to have a good old fashioned beer, Krawallschachtel has you covered!

Other Popular Gay Venues in Frankfurt

Tangerine, Birmingham Pub, La Gata, and Pink.

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Saunawerk, Gaysauna AMSTERDAM, and Metropol-Sauna.

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Crowd

  • 18+
  • Asexual
  • Bisexual
  • Gay
  • Intersex
  • Lesbian
  • Mixed
  • Queer

Music

  • Dance
  • Lounge
  • Top 40
  • Traditional

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