Mainz’s town square, known as Markt, is the vibrant heart of the city’s historic old town. Framed by the majestic Mainz Cathedral, elegant Baroque facades, and charming half-timbered houses, the square has been a center of civic life for centuries. It hosts one of Germany’s oldest weekly markets, where locals and visitors mingle among stalls offering fresh produce, flowers, and regional specialties. The square’s layout reflects Mainz’s Roman roots and medieval evolution, with cobblestone paths leading to nearby landmarks like Gutenbergplatz and Kirschgarten. Seasonal events, from festive Christmas markets to summer wine tastings, transform the square into a lively cultural stage. Whether you're admiring the Heunensäule column or enjoying a coffee at a sunlit café, Markt offers a rich blend of history, architecture, and daily life in the Rhine Valley.
Mainz GermanyThe Town Square, known as Marktplatz, is located in the historic center of Mainz at Markt 10, 55116 Mainz, directly in front of the Mainz Cathedral. This bustling square is surrounded by beautifully restored historic buildings, charming cafés, and lively restaurants that create a vibrant atmosphere. Marktplatz is renowned for its lively markets held on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, including a popular Christmas market during the holiday season. Nearby, visitors can explore the impressive Mainz Cathedral, the Gutenberg Museum, and other notable landmarks such as the Nagelsäule column and the Diocesan Museum. The square's central location places it within easy walking distance of the Rhine River promenade and the picturesque streets of the Old Town, making it a hub of cultural and social life in Mainz.
Gutenberg‑Museum
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Landesmuseum Mainz
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Naturhistorisches Museum Mainz
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Bischöfliches Dom‑ und Diözesanmuseum
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Mainzer Fastnachtsmuseum
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Kupferberg‑Museum
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Leibniz‑Zentrum für Archäologie
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Stadthistorisches Museum Mainz
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Garnisonsmuseum Mainz
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Ziegelmuseum Mainz‑Bretzenheim
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Museum für Antike Schifffahrt
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Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater
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Museum Castellum Mainz/Kastel
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Deutsches KabarettArchiv und Museum
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Staatstheater Mainz
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Mainzer Kammerspiele
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Galli Theater Mainz
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Frankfurter Hof
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Unterhaus
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Showbühne Mainz
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Römisches Theater Mainz
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KUZ Kulturzentrum Mainz
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Kinder‑ und Jugendzentrum Reduit
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Galerie Art Mayence
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Galerie Haus zum Stein
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Galerie Dr. Dorothea van der Koelen
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Kunsthalle Mainz
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Kurfürstliches Schloss
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Haus zum Stein
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Proviant‑Magazin der Festung Mainz
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Eltzer Hof
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St. Stephans Kirche
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St. Peterskirche
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Castle Gate
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Mainz Cathedral
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Citadel Mainz
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Fastnachtsbrunnen
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Kirschgarten
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Gutenberg Monument
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Heunensäule
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Drususstein
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Arch of Dativius Victor
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Römerpassage
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Uferpromenade am Rhein
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Great Mainz Jupiter Column
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Botanischer Garten der Johannes Gutenberg‑Universität Mainz
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Stadtpark Mainz
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Volkspark Mainz
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Wallgrünanlagen
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Wildpark Gonsenheim
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Hartenbergpark
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Eisenturm
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Holzturm
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Alexanderturm
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Paul‑Baumann‑Sternwarte
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