The Schillerplatz is one of the most significant squares in Mainz – centrally located and rich in history. Named after the poet Friedrich Schiller, it is now a vibrant place with a historic backdrop, framed by magnificent noble palaces such as the Osteiner Hof and the Erthaler Hof. Its appearance reflects the Baroque urban development, and it is also closely linked to Mainz Carnival: Every year on November 11th, the fifth season is ceremoniously opened here. The famous Carnival Fountain in the center of the square, with over 200 bronze figures, also commemorates this deeply rooted tradition. Whether as a venue, meeting point, or photographic motif – the Schillerplatz uniquely combines history, culture, and urban life and is one of the most characteristic places in downtown Mainz.
