Seven vibrant green Plexiglas greenhouses gleam before you. This is the Grüne-Soße-Denkmal. It’s more than just a pretty sight. It’s a monument to Frankfurt’s beloved Green Sauce.
The Grüne-Soße-Denkmal celebrates a culinary tradition. Seven herbs make this cold sauce. Parsley chives cress sorrel chervil borage and salad burnet are essential. The sauce is typically served with sour cream or yogurt eggs and potatoes. It’s a Frankfurt specialty. Since 2016 it even has protected geographical status in the EU. Only sauces made with herbs grown in Frankfurt can be called Frankfurter Grüne Soße.
The monument itself is quite unique. It’s Germany’s first monument dedicated to a national dish. Artist Olga Schulz designed it. She cleverly created the monument to reflect the rhythm of the herb-growing seasons. Each greenhouse glows in a different shade of green representing one of the seven herbs. You can try to guess which is which. The nearby herb fields might help.
The Grüne-Soße-Denkmal wasn’t always perfect. It opened in 2007. It underwent renovations in 2018. The Regionalpark RheinMain SüdWest funded the project. At night the greenhouses light up creating a magical afterglow. The monument is accessible to everyone. It’s free to visit. Feel free to explore. Remember to keep your dogs out of the nearby herb fields.
The Grüne-Soße-Denkmal is more than just a monument. It’s a symbol of Frankfurt’s culinary heritage and community pride. The annual Grüne-Soße Festival showcases local chefs’ skills. It reinforces the city’s love for this unique dish. Enjoy this special place. This remarkable landmark encapsulates Frankfurt’s spirit. It leaves a delicious lasting memory for all who visit.