Kupferberg Museum, Mainz

The Kupferberg Museum in Mainz offers a captivating blend of history, architecture, and sparkling wine tradition. Situated on the Kupferberg Terrace, this museum is part of the Kupferberg sparkling wine cellars, which were founded in 1850 by Christian Adalbert Kupferberg. It sits on a hill once utilized by Roman soldiers in 12 BC, a site still known today as Kästrich.

Visitors can explore 7 levels of vaulted cellars, reaching depths of up to 50 meters beneath the surface. These medieval cellars house one of the largest wooden barrels in the world, capable of holding 100,000 liters of wine. The museum also features a remarkable collection of over 2,000-year-old wine amphoras and jugs found during excavations.

A key highlight of the museum is its sparkling wine and champagne glass collection, one of the largest in the world, showcasing pieces from the Renaissance to modern times. Additionally, the Grape Hall, an Art Nouveau masterpiece reconstructed from the Paris World Exhibition of 1900, offers a glimpse into the luxurious design of the time.

The site also pays homage to historical figures such as Otto von Bismarck, who once stayed here in 1870, using the famous "Bismarck Room" as his office. Today, guided tours provide a thorough exploration of this fascinating combination of wine culture and history, making it a must-see in Mainz.