Francke Foundations, Halle

Name: Francke Foundations
Address: Franckeplatz 1, Halle, 06110, Germany
Telephone: +49 345 2127400

#15 among attractions in Halle

Historical place, History museum, Universities and schools

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Facts and practical information

The Francke Foundations, also known as Glauchasche Anstalten were founded in 1695 in Halle, Germany as a Christian, social and educational work by August Hermann Francke ()

Local name: Franckesche Stiftungen Coordinates: 51°28'41"N, 11°58'19"E

Address

Franckeplatz 1Stadtbezirk Mitte (Südliche Innenstadt)Halle 06110 Germany

Contact

+49 345 2127400

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Day trips

Francke Foundations – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Moritzburg, Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen, Handel House, Wilhelm Friedemann Bach House.

0.7 miNW
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Moritzburg, Halle
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~1830 ftNW
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Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen, Halle
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Handel House, Halle
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0.4 miNW
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Wilhelm Friedemann Bach House, Halle
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Botanical garden, Park, Garden
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0.6 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Halle Opera House, Halle
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0.5 miN
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Kulturinsel Halle, Halle
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~1120 ftNW
51°28'49"N • 11°58'6"E
Beatles Museum, Halle
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City hall
Old Town Hall, Halle
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Francke Foundations open?

Francke Foundations is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Francke Foundations?

Nearby attractions include Moritzkirche, Halle (6 min walk), Beatles Museum, Halle (6 min walk), Leipziger Straße, Halle (7 min walk), Old Town Hall, Halle (8 min walk).

How to get to Francke Foundations by public transport?

The nearest stations to Francke Foundations:

Bus

Franckeplatz • Lines: 306, 309, 312, 314, 97 (3 min walk)
Steinweg • Lines: 97 (3 min walk)

Tram

Steinweg • Lines: 1, 16, 3, 4, 8, 95 (3 min walk)
Franckeplatz • Lines: 1, 16, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 94, 95 (3 min walk)

Train

Halle Hauptbahnhof (17 min walk)
Halle Steintorbrücke (27 min walk)