Mainz is a beautiful city in Germany, 12 miles away from Frankfurt. Although very classy and modern, the city also has maintained the charming “old town”, which with cobbled stone streets, and colorful boutiques, is a must-see. If you are staying near Frankfurt, Mainz can't be missed out!
Mainz Town Centre
Mainz has an up-to-date, glamorous shopping mall, including stores such as H&M. They have many food stalls, and worth mentioning are the popular Ditsch stalls, selling Pretzels and other hot foods.
Mainz also has many parts where old buildings from before the war are still standing. These are filled with boutiques, and restaurants, and there is a lovely romantic atmosphere to them.
The Rhine
The Rhine is the longest river in Europe, and stretches over 1320km. It's a very important landmark in Germany, and Mainz is situated right on it!
There are many castles situated along the bank of the Rhine, and they all have a unique history. Particularly noticeable is Stolzenfels Palace, near Koblenz.
- Loreley is a lump of slate 130m high, with a legend about a blond nymph who sat on top and lured sailors into the rocks with her siren song. It has beautiful surroundings, and it definitely photo-worthy.
Festivals
Throughout the year, over 40 festivals take place, making Mainz a brilliant centre of German culture.
Places to Visit
- The Gutenberg Museum includes a printed original of the Gutenberg Bible, a guided tour, a working model printing press, a film, an exhibition and a gift shop. It is brilliant for anybody, but is especially suited for groups.
- St. Stephens Church has stained glass windows by the renowned Marc Chagall. They are beautiful and very original, so if you're in Mainz, you should definitely take a look!
Mainz Carnival Museum is an exhibition that displays some of the remarkable and colorful history of Mainz. Like a carnival without the crowds, and will definitely color your stay!
