Timeline
13:00
Grab a warm snack at Die Waffel. It is an Afghan restaurant open all day, making it a reliable early stop when the city is quiet.
13:10
Walk north to the Kurfürstliches Schloss. This former residence of the Archbishops of Mainz is a striking example of German Renaissance architecture. The exterior was reconstructed after World War II and remains visible from the grounds.
13:25
Head south to Schillerplatz. Visit Augustinerkeller, a classic German Gaststätte with pictures of old Mainz scenes. It is a good spot to rest and have a typical German meal.
Local tip
Augustinerkeller serves English translations on the menu, which helps if you are unsure what to order.
Check before you go
- Die Waffel is open Mo-Su 11:30-21:30.
- Augustinerkeller is open Su,Mo,We,Th 12:00-22:00 and Fr,Sa 12:00-23:00.
Worth knowing
- Augustinerkeller is open at 13:25 only on Mo, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mainz (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).