Plan a cemetery walk
Mainz Main Cemetery has several precisely located cultural, architectural or biographical points that can inform a self-planned visit. They are presented as independent subjects, not as a prescribed sequence.
- Memorial hall
- Historic crematorium: Historic building; no current crematorium function is indicated here. Position: centre of the mapped area, not a surveyed building centre.
- Ceremony hall: Position: centre of the mapped area, not a surveyed building centre.
- Memorial stone to the bombing of 27 February 1945
These are independent orientation points. Find them on the map below; the information defines no order, distance or duration.
Arrival and orientation
The visitor address is Untere Zahlbacher Straße, 55131 Mainz.
- Aureus Gate
- Entrance 1
- Entrance 2
- Entrance 3
Botanischer Garten, Universität and Hauptfriedhof/Blindenzentrum stops serve different sides of the grounds.
Parking is available around Untere Zahlbacher Straße, Saarstraße and the university edge; observe local signs and time limits.
The address and directions page brings the travel information together. Entrances, public-transport stops and parking places support arrival; they are not presented as cultural or biographical subjects.
Infrastructure on the grounds
- Toilet
- Water point 1: Not drinking water.
- Water point 2: Not drinking water.
- Water point 3: Not drinking water.
Infrastructure markers indicate position only. If access to a facility is essential, ask Wirtschaftsbetrieb Mainz municipal enterprise whether it will be available at the intended time.
Visiting framework
| Period | Cemetery access |
|---|---|
| 1 February–31 March | 07:15–19:00 |
| 1 April–31 August | 07:00–20:00 |
| 1 September–2 November | 07:00–18:00 |
| 3 November–31 January | 08:00–17:00 |
Use this information to choose when to visit and keep the relevant exit in mind. A particular grave cannot be inferred from the points above; obtain its section, row and grave number first.
Visit respectfully
Remain on paths intended for visitors at Mainz Main Cemetery, keep clear of funerals and personal farewells, and do not touch monuments or planting. Photograph other people only with their consent. For a short-notice practical question, contact Wirtschaftsbetrieb Mainz municipal enterprise.