Iron Tower, Mainz

Name: Iron Tower
Address: 1 Fritz-Arens-Platz, Mainz, Germany

#23 among attractions in Mainz

Gothic architecture, Observation decks and towers, Tower

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Facts and practical information

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. Its name derives from the Iron Market, which was held in the immediate vicinity until the 19th century. ()

Local name: Eisenturm Coordinates: 50°0'4"N, 8°16'31"E

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1 Fritz-Arens-PlatzMainz Germany

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Day trips

Iron Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mainz Cathedral, Deutschhaus, Osteiner Hof, Liebfrauenplatz.

~690 ftS
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.
~1780 ftNW
Forts and castles, Baroque architecture
Deutschhaus, Mainz
9 min walk • The Deutschhaus, a significant historical building, stands proudly in the city of Mainz, Germany. This Baroque edifice, constructed between 1737 and 1740, was originally the seat of the Estates of the Electoral State of Mainz.
0.4 miSW
Baroque architecture, Palace, Vernacular architecture
Osteiner Hof, Mainz
11 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.
~690 ftS
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.
~1290 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Staatstheater Mainz, Mainz
7 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.
~650 ftSW
Fountain
Marktbrunnen, Mainz
4 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.
~1200 ftSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. John's Church, Mainz
6 min walk • 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.
~790 ftW
Church, Gothic architecture
St. Christoph's Church, Mainz
4 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.
~470 ftS
Museum of the history of printing
Gutenberg Museum, Mainz
3 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.
~1840 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Peter's Church, Mainz
9 min walk • St. Peter's Church is located beneath Deutschhaus Mainz in the northwest of the historical center of Mainz, Germany. It is the one of the most important rococo buildings in Mainz. Originally it was a collegiate church monastery of ″St.
0.4 miNW
Museum with art and local history displays
Landesmuseum Mainz, Mainz
11 min walk • The Landesmuseum Mainz, or Mainz State Museum, is a museum of art and history in Mainz, Germany. In March 2010 it reopened in full after an extensive renovation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Iron Tower?

Nearby attractions include Gutenberg Museum, Mainz (3 min walk), Marktbrunnen, Mainz (4 min walk), Mainzer Domchor, Mainz (4 min walk), Mainz Cathedral, Mainz (4 min walk).

How to get to Iron Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Iron Tower:

Bus

Rheingoldhalle/Rathaus • Lines: 28, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 60, 61, 63, 66, 68, 70, 71, 90, 91 (1 min walk)
Brückenplatz A • Lines: 28, 6, 9 (4 min walk)

Tram

Schillerplatz • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (11 min walk)
Münsterplatz • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (14 min walk)

Train

Mainz-Kastel (14 min walk)
Mainz Römisches Theater (15 min walk)