As part of the arrangements for this year's World Cup, all 12 venues will be organising an official 'fan park' in their city, where fans can gather, party and watch the games on giant screens.
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The Main Arena
With the River Main (pronounced 'mine') flowing through the centre of Frankfurt, the city council have decided to use this as the focal point for their fan park. A large pontoon with an enormous, double-sided video screen will be moored in the middle of the river, while the areas on either bank are going to be given a stadium look with tiered seating up against the quayside. |
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Grassy riverside expanse
On the northern side, right next to the river, there is also a large area of open grass where you can lie in the sun and enjoy a beer!
15,000 capacity
In total, the 'Main Arena' will have the capacity of a small football ground, c. 15,000, with all World Cup games (except where 2 take place simultaneously) shown free of charge on the big screens.
Varied supporting programme
The park will also include a small football pitch and stages for entertainers and musicians, with alternative entertainment laid on for the fans on days when there are no games.
Link: More details from the City of Frankfurt tourist office
Link: The location as seen by Google satellite photo
The artist's impression above provided courtesy of the City of Frankfurt and copyright of Atelier Markgraph GmbH.
