Mainz - The Perfect Day Trip From Frankfurt, Mainz, Germany

If you’re looking for a great day trip from Frankfurt, the city of Mainz may interest you. Its rebuilt historic centre offers a glimpse of its former self with half-timbered houses, elaborate churches and even Roman ruins. The city is a short train ride from Frankfurt, making it perfect for a day trip.

Located near the confluence of the Rhine and Main Rivers, the city of Mainz has stories that transport you far back in time. Most of the city was decimated in WWII, but the rebuilt core brought it back to its glory days in the Middle Ages. Take a walk with us through the streets of Old Town Mainz.

The best place to begin your exploration of Mainz is the long pedestrian Augustinerstrasse (Augustinerstraße). Take your time to slowly make your way up the street so you can enjoy its many beautifully restored and rebuilt half-timbered houses.

Off to its side is Cherry Orchard Square (Kirschgarten). In addition to the pretty homes, the flower boxes under their windows put the finishing touches on this lovely square.

Another key feature on the street is St. Augustine’s Church. Its Baroque-style facade impresses with elaborate white statues decorating the pink church. But the outside is nothing compared to its flamboyant Rococo interior. Golden embellishments highlight the porcelain tea cup look of the ceiling and altar. There’s almost too much to look at in the nave to focus on one feature. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).