Mainz
Germany · Rhineland-Palatinate · 90 m
Description
Mainz is the capital of the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate and one of Germany's most historic cities. Situated on the banks of the Rhine River, it is inseparably linked to Johannes Gutenberg. He developed the modern movable-type printing press here around 1450, revolutionizing the spread of knowledge. The city's landmarks include the more than 1,000-year-old Mainz Cathedral and a charming Old Town with picturesque squares, narrow streets, and half-timbered houses. As the center of Rheinhessen, Germany's largest wine-growing region, Mainz is also renowned for its wine culture and traditional wine taverns. Rich history, vibrant traditions, and the famous Mainz Carnival give the city its distinctive character.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Mainz Cathedral (St. Martin's)
- Gutenberg Museum (original 42-line Bible)
- Mainz Old Town
- St. Stephan's Church (Chagall windows)
- Marketplace & Market Fountain
- Mainz Electoral Palace (Kurfürstliches Schloss)
- Mainz Rhine Promenade
- Citadel of Mainz (Zitadelle)
- Mainz State Museum (Landesmuseum)
- Roman Theatre & Drusus Stone
- Rheinhessen wine culture
- Mainz Carnival (February)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Mainz Hauptbahnhof, Mainz Römisches Theater, Mainz-Gonsenheim
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry