Explore & enjoy: Mainz Tourismus

A trip to Mainz is always a good idea. It is the very special attitude to life that makes our city so appealing. When you visit us here, you will suddenly see many things differently and certainly discover a lot of new things. Because Mainz offers a big city without the hustle. Sociability without the bustle. Shopping without the stress. A city surrounded by vineyards and lots of nature. With a romantic old town and very special people. This exciting mix creates the unique “mainzvibes” that you should definitely get to know!

Discover Culture

[Translate to Englisch:] Blick auf den Mainzer Dom vom Liebfrauenplatz aus

Cathedral & Old Town

Take part in a city walk and stroll through the romantic alleyways of the old town. Let yourself be guided through the imposing Mainz Cathedral and learn all about the invention of printing at the Gutenberg Museum.

Theater & Cabaret

Mainz is culture. From the Staatstheater to the Unterhaus. From operetta to multimedia performance. From stage classics to cabaret. Mainz offers the perfect entertainment for everyone.

[Translate to Englisch:] Gutenberg Museum

Museums

Discover Mainz and the local museums. From art and history to the lively carnival tradition - immerse yourself in the diverse world of culture and knowledge transfer.

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Learn about History

Johannes Gutenberg

Johannes Gutenberg, pioneer and the city's most famous son, revolutionized the world with his groundbreaking invention of letterpress printing. Discover the legacy of this genius and his epochal innovation.

[Translate to Englisch:] Römisches Theater (Virtual Reality)

Roman Mainz

Explore ancient Mogontiacum, once an important Roman center. Experience the fascinating history of the city and discover the traces of Roman Mainz.

[Translate to Englisch:] Begräbnisstätte der Jüdischen Gemeinde

SchUM / Jewish Mainz

Experience the rich Jewish history of Mainz, a city in which Jewish culture and traditions are deeply rooted. Here you can get to know the vibrant world of Jewish Mainz of yesterday and today.

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Discover Nature

Rheinterrassenweg

St. Martin's Cathedral in Mainz is the start of a special hiking trail with impressive views. On six easy stages, you hike through many idyllic wine villages on the beautiful route to your destination of Worms, 75 km away.

[Translate to Englisch:] Zwei wandernde Personen in den Weinbergen

Hiwweltouren

Hiwwel means hills - and the nine "Hiwwelt tours" take you over them. Perfectly signposted circular hikes that are easily accessible from Mainz.

[Translate to Englisch:] Zwei Radfahrer am roten Hang in Nierstein

Rhine Cycle Route

At over 1,200 km, the Rhine Cycle Route is one of the longest cycle routes in Europe. Probably the most popular stage leads from Mainz to Cologne. Without any inclines and of course with great views of the Rhine and nature.

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Wine & Enjoyment

[Translate to Englisch:] Geselliges Zusammensitzen in einer Mainzer Weinstube

Wine bar experience

Perhaps it is the wine that brings people closer together in the wine taverns. Or maybe it's the friendly character of the people of Mainz. In any case, you will quickly find sociable conversation partners here.

[Translate to Englisch:] Sieben Weinflaschen nebeneinander

Wine Tastings

You can find your new favorite wine at one of our wineries or at one of the many tastings in the city. Delicious regional snacks are often available at these events.

[Translate to Englisch:] Weinglas im Vordergrund, im Hintergrund Blumen, Dom und Wochenmarkt

Marktfrühstück/Weinfrühstück

Mainz wines, direct from the producer - you can find them on Saturdays from March to November at one of the most beautiful weekly markets in Germany. And you can also enjoy regional specialties such as “Weck un Worscht”.

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Events

[Translate to Englisch:] Mainzer Weihnachtsmarkt auf dem Marktplatz

Mainz Christmas City

Mainz in Christmas splendor. Experience the magical pre-Christmas season in the city. Enjoy festive markets, atmospheric lighting and the warm atmosphere of the Christmas city on the Rhine.

[Translate to Englisch:] Blick in eine Bar durch das Fenster

insights

Every first Thursday of the month, a member business of the Mainz Tourism Fund opens its doors to introduce you to the city in a new and modern way.

[Translate to Englisch:] Mainz bleibt Mainz wie es singt und lacht im kurfürstlichen Schloss zu Mainz.

Mainz Carnival

Helau! Experience the colorful world of carnival in Mainz. Here, where the jesters from the Bütt wield the sceptre and create an exuberant atmosphere with political and literary presentations paired with comedy.

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