Wine taverns belong to Mainz like the Rhine belongs to the cityscape. In the alleys of the old town they invite you to arrive, enjoy, and sit together – entirely without formality, but with plenty of regional flavor.
Between alleys, glasses, and stories
In streets like Jakobsbergstraße, Rotekopfgasse, or Grebenstraße, they shape the image of the old town: traditional wine taverns with rustic charm, regional cuisine, and honest serving. Here, Mainz shows its enjoyable side – open, relaxed, and with a sense of hospitality that feels genuine rather than staged.
Wine, as it is loved in Mainz
Typical are the open-house wines from Rheinhessen – led by Riesling and Silvaner, but also local red wines or Seccos. The menus are often kept deliberately simple: Spundekäs, Handkäs, winemaker’s platter, or seasonal dishes from the region. Here, it’s not about the label on the bottle, but the interplay of flavor, atmosphere, and hospitality.
A place, many encounters
Inside, it is cozy – outside, you sit right in the middle of the old town life. Whether under fairy lights, between cobblestones, or on small terraces: The Mainz wine taverns are places where conversations easily begin – with friends or strangers. Those who stop by here rarely stay alone for long.
Tip: Mainz with all senses
For those who want to dive deeper: The package "Mainz with all senses" combines a tour of the old town, wine tasting, overnight stay, and culinary experiences – bookable at mainz-tourismus.com
