Where is the European Central Bank headquartered, and why was that location chosen?

Asked Jul 5, 2016· 1 answer ·Europe, European Union, Eurozone, Germany, Western Europe
Faisal KhanAnswered Jul 5, 2016
Frankfurt, Germany.

The bank is based in Frankfurt, the largest financial centre in the Eurozone. Its location in the city is fixed by the Amsterdam Treaty along with other major institutions. In the city, the bank currently occupies Frankfurt's Eurotower until its purpose-built headquarters are built.


Source: European Central Bank

The exact reason for being headquartered is not mentioned in the Amsterdam treaty btw.
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