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Sunset

Mainz Sunset: Beer, Light, and the River

A simple plan to catch the golden hour in Mainz, ending with a quiet drink as the light fades.

Best time: 15 OctAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 17:06

    Eisgrub-Bräu

    Grab a beer in the ice cellar. Eisgrub-Bräu has been brewing since 1872. The kitchen closes at 23:00, so you have plenty of time to settle in before heading out.

  2. 17:51

    Schillerplatz

    Walk 57 minutes to Schillerplatz. This central square is framed by historic rococo buildings. Arrive here to find a good vantage point as the golden light hits the stone facades.

  3. 18:36

    Schillerplatz

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the square. The historic ensemble provides a perfect frame for the fading light.

  4. 19:06

    Zum Goldstein

    End the evening at Zum Goldstein. This beer garden is raised slightly above the street, offering a quiet spot to digest your thoughts and your earlier beer. It stays open until 23:00 on Sundays.

Local tip

Schillerplatz is a 57-minute walk from the anchor. Check the route if you need directions. Zum Goldstein is only an 8-minute walk from Schillerplatz, making it an easy end to the evening.

Check before you go

  • Eisgrub-Bräu is open until 23:00, but the kitchen closes at 23:00. If you plan to eat, go early.
  • Zum Goldstein is open until 23:00 on Sundays.

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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