St. John's Church, Mainz

Name: St. John's Church
Address: Mainz, Germany

#14 among attractions in Mainz

Church, Romanesque architecture, Top attraction

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St. John's Church is located beneath Mainz Cathedral in the historical center of Mainz, Germany. This 1100-year-old church was the first episcopal see of the Bishop of Mainz. It is the oldest church in Mainz, the oldest cathedral in the Germany of today and the only preserved cathedral building from late Carolingian and early Ottonian time in Germany. ()

Local name: St. Johannis Architectural style: Carolingian architectureCoordinates: 49°59'54"N, 8°16'21"E

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St. John's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mainz Cathedral, Mainz Citadel, Osteiner Hof, St. Stephan.

~710 ftNE
10th-century sandstone religious edifice
Mainz Cathedral, Mainz
4 min walk • Mainz Cathedral, or St. Martin's Cathedral, stands as a towering landmark in the heart of Mainz, Germany. This thousand-year-old church, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, has been a witness to the city's history and a symbol of its enduring faith.
~1830 ftS
17th-century fortress with tours
Mainz Citadel, Mainz
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mainz, Germany, the Mainz Citadel stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This formidable fortress, a quintessential historical landmark, is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and casual tourists alike.
~1000 ftW
Baroque architecture, Palace, Vernacular architecture
Osteiner Hof, Mainz
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mainz, Germany, the Osteiner Hof stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur of bygone eras. This majestic mansion, located at the corner of Schillerplatz, is one of the most prominent examples of Baroque architecture in the city.
~1290 ftSW
Chagall windows and a late-Gothic cloister
St. Stephan, Mainz
7 min walk • St. Stephan in Mainz, Germany, is not just any ordinary church; it's a collegiate church that holds a special place in the city's heart and history. Known for its stunning Gothic architecture, St. Stephan stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of religious...
~730 ftNE
Square
Liebfrauenplatz, Mainz
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mainz, Germany, Liebfrauenplatz is a charming square that serves as a magnet for tourists and locals alike. This picturesque plaza is surrounded by historical buildings and is known for its vibrant atmosphere and cultural significance.
~650 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Staatstheater Mainz, Mainz
4 min walk • The Staatstheater Mainz is a theatre in Mainz, Germany, which is owned and operated by the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Situated on the Gutenbergplatz, the complex comprises two theatres which are connected by an underground passage and also by skywalk. Performances of opera, drama and ballet are presented.
~560 ftNE
Fountain
Marktbrunnen, Mainz
3 min walk • The Marktbrunnen in Mainz is a renaissance fountain located at the ″Markt″ of Mainz. It was donated by elector Albert of Mainz and crafted in the workshop of the Mainz sculptor Hans Backoffen.
~1280 ftN
Church, Gothic architecture
St. Christoph's Church, Mainz
7 min walk • The church of St. Christoph in Mainz, known in German as St. Christoph zu Mainz, is an example of early gothic architecture. St. Christoph was originally built between 1240 and 1330. The church is known as the Parish Church and Baptistry of Johannes Gutenberg.
~880 ftNE
Museum of the history of printing
Gutenberg Museum, Mainz
5 min walk • The Gutenberg Museum is one of the oldest museums of printing in the world, located opposite the cathedral in the old part of Mainz, Germany. It is named after Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of printing from movable metal type in Western Europe.
~710 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture
Augustinerkirche, Mainz
4 min walk • The church of St. Augustin known in German as Augustinerkirche, was the minster of the Augustine friars in the city centre of Mainz. Today it is the seminary church of the Catholic theological seminary of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Mainz.
~1200 ftNE
Gothic architecture, Observation decks and towers, Tower
Iron Tower, Mainz
6 min walk • The Iron Tower is a mediaeval tower dating to the early 13th century, and modified in the 15th century, which with the Wood Tower and the Alexander Tower is one of three remaining towers from the city walls of Mainz, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. John's Church?

Nearby attractions include Bonifatius, Mainz (2 min walk), Heunensäule, Mainz (3 min walk), Bischöfliches Dom-und Diözesanmuseum Mainz, Mainz (3 min walk), Marktbrunnen, Mainz (3 min walk).

How to get to St. John's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. John's Church:

Bus

Höfchen/Listmann • Lines: 28, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 68, 70, 71, 78, 91, 93 (2 min walk)
Pfaffengasse • Lines: 64, 65, 66, 70, 71, 93 (4 min walk)

Tram

Schillerplatz • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (7 min walk)
Münsterplatz • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (11 min walk)

Train

Mainz Römisches Theater (12 min walk)
Mainz Hbf (17 min walk)