Mainz Cathedral
Mainz, Germany
Mainz Cathedral is a Catholic and imperial cathedral featuring Romanesque architecture. Dedicated to Martin of Tours, the structure dates back to the 10th century.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest from June to August, with daily highs reaching 24 °C. The rainiest month is July, which has about 64 mm of rain. Visitors can reach the cathedral via Frankfurt Main Airport, which is 21 km away. The site is located 452 km from Berlin.
Nearby locations include Taunus, Frankenstein Castle, Lorelei, Lorsch Abbey, and the Rhine Gorge. Wheelchair access is limited. Opening hours vary by season: from March 1 to October 31, the cathedral is open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:30, Saturday from 09:00 to 16:00, and Sunday from 12:45 to 15:00 and 16:00 to 18:30. From November 1 to February 29, it is open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, Saturday from 09:00 to 16:00, and Sunday from 12:45 to 15:00 and 16:00 to 17:00.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 24 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 4 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 20 | 14 | 8 | 5 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | -1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 42 | 39 | 46 | 41 | 57 | 60 | 64 | 55 | 51 | 54 | 48 | 53 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
