Frankfurt's Infamous IG Farben 'Elevator of Death'...Riding a Rare Paternoster Over The Top!

Step into the heart of Frankfurt’s history and engineering with an exhilarating ride on the legendary paternoster lift at the iconic IG Farben Building! This video captures the thrill of a full-circle journey—over the top and through the basement—on one of the world’s rarest doorless elevators, a non-stop marvel nestled in the Poelzig-Bau, now part of Goethe University’s vibrant Westend Campus. Experience fun footage of this Frankfurt paternoster in action, showcasing its unique mechanics and the weird sensation of riding an elevator with no doors.

Dive into the rich story of the IG Farben Building, constructed between 1928 and 1931 as the headquarters of the world’s largest chemical company. Once dubbed the Palace of Money and Frankfurt’s City Crown, this architectural masterpiece by Hans Poelzig was the largest office building of its time. After World War II, it transformed into the General Creighton W. Abrams Building, serving as a U.S. military hub under Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force. Today, it stands as a university landmark, with the poignant Wollheim Memorial reflecting its complex past tied to the Holocaust.

This video blends stunning visuals with engaging storytelling, offering inside and outside perspectives of the dangerous paternoster lift, often called the “elevator of death” by thrill-seekers. Perfect for urban explorers, history enthusiasts, and elevator aficionados, it’s a deep dive into the historic paternoster Frankfurt and the IG Farben building elevator.

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