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Evening

Mainz: Golden Light at Schillerplatz

Start at Schillerplatz as the sun dips below the horizon, then head to a nearby spot for dinner and a nightcap.

Best time: 15:58About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:43

    Schillerplatz

    Arrive at Schillerplatz, the city's central square dominated by the Fastnachtsbrunnen and historic rococo buildings. Find a seat or stand near the Osteiner Hof to watch the golden light fade and the sun set toward the WSW.

  2. 17:23

    Punjab Tandoori Restaurant

    Walk nine minutes to Punjab Tandoori Restaurant for dinner. The kitchen opens at 17:00, which is exactly 2 minutes after sunset, ensuring you get a table while it is still early enough to avoid the peak rush. Order the very good Indian and Pakistani food with friendly, efficient service.

  3. 18:13

    Hafeneck

    Head seven minutes away to Hafeneck for a drink. This neighborhood bar caters to locals and musicians alike. The kitchen is open until 23:00, but the pub itself stays open until 01:00 on Tuesdays through Saturdays, making it a perfect place to wind down after dark.

Local tip

Check the route from Schillerplatz to Punjab Tandoori Restaurant, as no specific walking directions are provided in the local data. The walk is short but navigating the square's historic buildings can be disorienting in the dark.

Check before you go

  • Punjab Tandoori Restaurant is open from 17:00-23:00 on Tuesdays. Ensure your visit falls within these hours.
  • Hafeneck is open from 18:00-01:00 on Tuesdays. The pub opens an hour after the restaurant's kitchen closes, so plan your evening accordingly.

Worth knowing

  • Hafeneck is open at 18:13 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mainz (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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