Timeline
15:38
Start with a beer at Eisgrub-Bräu. This historic ice cellar brews its own pale and dark beers on-site. It is a cavernous spot that stays packed into the evening, so arriving early ensures you get a seat and a drink before the crowd peaks.
16:08
Walk seven minutes west-southwest to Schillerplatz. This central square is framed by historic rococo buildings like the Osteiner Hof. It is a good place to pause and let the afternoon energy settle before the main event.
16:38
Head to Dom St. Martin. The cathedral faces west, offering a direct view of the sunset. Find a spot near the entrance or the steps. The 1,000-year-old Romanesque structure provides a dramatic foreground for the sky changing colors.
17:23
After the sun sets, walk five minutes back towards Augustinerkeller. This classic German Gaststätte is open late and offers a warm place to digest the view with typical local food and English menus.
Local tip
The cathedral museum is closed on Sundays, but the exterior and steps are always accessible for the sunset view. Eisgrub-Bräu serves food until 11:00, so come early if you want a full meal before your walk.
Check before you go
- Eisgrub-Bräu kitchen closes at 11:00.
- Dom St. Martin is open Mo-Sa 09:00-17:00 and Su 13:00-17:00.
- Augustinerkeller is open Su, Mo, We, Th 12:00-22:00 and Fr, Sa 12:00-23:00.
Worth knowing
- Augustinerkeller is open at 17:23 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).