St. Alban's Abbey, Mainz

#48 among attractions in Mainz

Monastery, Romanesque architecture

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St. Alban's Abbey, Mainz originated as a Benedictine abbey, founded in 787 or 796 by Archbishop Richulf in honour of Saint Alban of Mainz, located to the south of Mainz on the hill later called the Albansberg. It was turned into a collegiate foundation in 1442. The buildings were entirely destroyed in 1552, although the foundation retained a legal existence until its formal dissolution in 1802. ()

Local name: Stift St. Alban vor Mainz Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 49°59'24"N, 8°16'48"E

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St. Alban's Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.7 miN
10th-century sandstone religious edifice
Mainz Cathedral, Mainz
18 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.
0.4 miNW
17th-century fortress with tours
Mainz Citadel, Mainz
10 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.
0.7 miNW
Baroque architecture, Palace, Vernacular architecture
Osteiner Hof, Mainz
19 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.
0.6 miNW
Chagall windows and a late-Gothic cloister
St. Stephan, Mainz
17 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...
0.7 miN
Square
Liebfrauenplatz, Mainz
18 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.
~1420 ftN
Museum, History museum
Museum für Antike Schifffahrt, Mainz
7 min walk • The Museum of Ancient Seafaring was installed in Mainz in 1994 in the former central covered market near the South Station, nowadays Mainz Römisches Theater station, as a branch of the Romano-Germanic Central Museum.
0.8 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Staatstheater Mainz, Mainz
21 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.
0.7 miN
Fountain
Marktbrunnen, Mainz
19 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.
0.7 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. John's Church, Mainz
18 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.
0.7 miN
Museum of the history of printing
Gutenberg Museum, Mainz
18 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.
0.8 miE
Bridge
Südbrücke, Mainz
20 min walk • The Südbrücke, Mainz is a railway bridge on the Main Railway that connects Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, across the Rhine with Gustavsburg in Hesse. It is one of the early railway bridges in Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Alban's Abbey?

Nearby attractions include City park, Mainz (7 min walk), Museum für Antike Schifffahrt, Mainz (7 min walk), Drususstein, Mainz (8 min walk), Mainz Citadel, Mainz (10 min walk).

How to get to St. Alban's Abbey by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Alban's Abbey:

Bus

Ritterstraße • Lines: 64, 65, 66, 93 (2 min walk)
Hechtsheimer Straße • Lines: 62, 64, 65, 66, 76, 92, 93 (4 min walk)

Train

Mainz Römisches Theater (7 min walk)
Mini-Eisenbahn, Haltepunkt (13 min walk)

Tram

An der Philippsschanze • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (16 min walk)
Am Gautor • Lines: 50, 52, 53 (17 min walk)