• Mainz Cathedral - Start your tour with a view the Electoral Castle, the former residence of the Archbishop of Mainz and one of Germany’s important Renaissance buildings. Stroll along the Rhine waterfront while you learn about the Roman „Moguntiacum“ and General Drusus. Pass by the modern Town Hall and cross the Rathausbrücke, the pedestrian bridge, towards the Old Town where you will get a glimpse of the Iron Tower. You shall come across the Heilig Geist Spital (holy spirit) built in late Romanesque style at the beginning of the 13th century as housing for pilgrims, the old and the sick. Continue towards the late Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor, that nowadays houses the Gutenberg Museum. Johannes Gutenberg was born in Mainz between 1394 and 1400 and is acknowledged in Europe as the inventor of printing. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Market Square, in the middle of which stands the Heunensäule, a sandstone column commemorating the history of Mainz. Right above the Market Square rises St. Martin’s cathedral, the „Mainzer Dom“. Wander towards Gutenbergplatz where you will look up to the life-size statue of the city’s most famous son. Located opposite is the great hall of the Mainz State Theatre. Admire The Carnival Fountain with its over 200 figurines and allegories and end your tour in Kirschgarten square with its medieval half-timbered houses and charming taverns where they serve local wine.

• Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
• Private guided Tour
• Local Guide who will be with your group only

• Gratuities

Gathering location: In front of Rheinstrasse’s Hilton Hotel or another central hotel meeting point at no extra cost.

Duration: 2 hours

Conclusion area: Any central locale in the city

Knowledge you will receive:
• City’s historical background
• The profound religious tradition
• The times of Napoleon’s reign
• The history behind Mainz Carnival
• The life and work of Johannes Gutenberg
• The Roman area of “Moguntiacum”
• The Archbishop of Mainz

Sights to admire:
• Electoral Palace
• City Hall
• The Old Town sector
• Iron Tower
• Holy Spirit Medical facility
• The ancient Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor, presently Gutenberg Museum
• Market Square
• The magnificent St. Martin’s Cathedral
• Gutenberg Square
• Mainz State Theatre
• Carnival Fountain
• Lively Kirschgarten Square

• This walk tour suitable for any age
• For this walk tour no transportation needed
• Activity Level: Easy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.