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51ԹϺ- A Place for French in Frankfurt

Bonjour to all French in Frankfurt! Would you like to meet fellow French expats in Frankfurt? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other French, e.g. where in Frankfurt your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get foie gras?

We would like to invite you to become a member of 51ԹϺFrankfurt. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of French expats, hailing from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

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Francis White

Francis White

I had the pleasure to meet so many interesting expats at a Frankfurt bar night that I found myself a new social circle in no time at all.

Caroline Stiles

Caroline Stiles

Cultural events, aperitivos, Cantonese dinners - there's so much going on in 51ԹϺFrankfurt that I don't know where to start.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Frankfurt

36,772
members in Frankfurt
1,031
French members
71
monthly events
80
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow French at our events in Frankfurt

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow French in Frankfurt.

Let's Go to Fressgass-Fest
Let's Go to Fressgass-Fest
How about attending the Fressgass-Fest for a few drinks? As it's a bank holiday we can start early. We'll meet in front of Geox in Biebergasse and will wait for 15min max before heading to Fressgass. Once we've found a spot I'll post updated location for any late comers. Make sure to bring cash i
How about attending the Fressgass-Fest for a few drinks? As it's a bank holiday we can start early. We'll meet in front of Geox in Biebergasse and will wait for 15min max before heading to Fressgass. Once we've found a spot I'll post updated location for any late comers. Make sure to bring cash i
A Rooftop Acoustic Music Night
A Rooftop Acoustic Music Night
Hey everyone 🌆🎶 I’m excited to invite you to the 3rd Acoustic Rooftop Music Night on May 14, as of 20:00 o’clock Place: {% location %}NH Frankfurt Spin Tower | Oaks Bar
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Hey everyone 🌆🎶 I’m excited to invite you to the 3rd Acoustic Rooftop Music Night on May 14, as of 20:00 o’clock Place: {% location %}NH Frankfurt Spin Tower | Oaks Bar
 Güterplatz 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, 3rd Floor (...) Protected content (...) https://www.eventim-light.com/de/a/698ca
51ԹϺFrankfurt | May Afterwork Event
51ԹϺFrankfurt | May Afterwork Event
This time we are doing Afterwork Event on Friday. There will be five Raffle prizes, which will be given once we see most of the people have registered for the Evening. Join us at Holiday Inn Frankfurt - Alte Oper for a relaxing Evening. This hotel is just a few minutes walk from Alte Oper. Unwind
This time we are doing Afterwork Event on Friday. There will be five Raffle prizes, which will be given once we see most of the people have registered for the Evening. Join us at Holiday Inn Frankfurt - Alte Oper for a relaxing Evening. This hotel is just a few minutes walk from Alte Oper. Unwind
51ԹϺFrankfurt | White Party: Meet, Mingle & Dance
We are excited to invite you to this special Expat White Party for this month in Frankfurt, happening on Friday ✨ Join us for a night of global vibes and good times as Frankfurt’s expat community comes together to celebrate culture, connection, and new friendships at the fabulous TBD Bar! 🎉🤝💓 D
We are excited to invite you to this special Expat White Party for this month in Frankfurt, happening on Friday ✨ Join us for a night of global vibes and good times as Frankfurt’s expat community comes together to celebrate culture, connection, and new friendships at the fabulous TBD Bar! 🎉🤝💓 D

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Why French expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our French members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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What French expats have to say about living in Frankfurt

We asked tens of thousands of expats about their lives abroad in our Expat Insider surveys. In addition to our standard questions, we invite them to share what they like or dislike about their experiences in their own words. Here, we’ve selected some of the most interesting or representative quotes about expat life in Frankfurt from French expats, grouped into positive and negative opinions.

Let’s start with the positive ones.

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What I like about Frankfurt? People here maintain a healthy work-life balance and are honest, respectful, engaged at work, and enjoy having a good laugh.
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I like that anyone can live well with only one salary which is not the case in my home country (France). I feel safe and have easy access to all I like: friends, restaurants, traveling, visiting my family.
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The positive side of living in Frankfurt is that people are respectful, there are plenty of job opportunities and a good standard of living. Additionally, there is many activities to enjoy — like restaurants, travel, the zoo, and the opera.
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I’m not particularly fond of Frankfurt—you almost need to be rich to fully enjoy life here (and I’m only half joking). However, as a French person, I love that I can reach Paris by train in under four hours to visit family. I’ve also found locals and expats here to be more helpful and honest than in France or Canada.
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On the downside, here's are some negative experiences from French expats in Frankfurt

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I really dislike dealing with administrative matters here. The lack of clear instructions or helpful guidance is frustrating. Whether it’s dealing with things like the German radio tax paperwork, rental agencies, or official letters related to taxes, citizenship, or legal issues, it’s always a hassle and time consuming.
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My biggest challenge living here is that communication can be quite frustrating, and learning the language is tough.
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What I dislike about the city is how difficult payments can be, it’s often not possible to pay by card, and digitalization in Germany is lacking.
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In my experience it is difficult (if not impossible) to make local friends/connection.
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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51ԹϺGroups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Coffee Breaks Group
Coffee Breaks Group
Film Lovers Group
Film Lovers Group
Dance Group
Dance Group
Live Music & Concerts Group
Live Music & Concerts Group

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French Expats in Frankfurt Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, French expats in Frankfurt are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. "Mainhattan" (the city is located on the river Main) offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Frankfurt’s French expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow French expats in Frankfurt.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Frankfurt to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with French in Frankfurt at Our Events

Our Frankfurt community is also lively and welcoming offline. The 51ԹϺAmbassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Frankfurt’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow French expats to discover beautiful Bavaria. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from France in your local community and meet French in Germany in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our French living in Frankfurt!

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