Discover Mainz construction jewels at the open monument day

Discover Mainz construction jewels at the open monument day

On Sunday, September 8th, interested parties have the opportunity to take part in the open monument on the day of the open monument. Numerous historical buildings, factory halls and works of art open their doors in the Rhine-Main area, so that visitors get an insight into the region's architectural treasures.

A prime example of the condition of some buildings is the "green bridge" in Mainz, which was created by Dieter Magnus, an environmental artist, more than 40 years ago. This bridge, which extends over the Rheinallee and is equipped with planters and water features, shows numerous defects, including rusted steel brackets and cracks in the concrete. It is an impressive example of how much care and attention are necessary to preserve such urban oases.

The Mainz town hall: a gradual change

Another remarkable building is the Mainz town hall, which has been closed to the public since 2022. The iconic building, which was built more than 50 years ago after the designs of the Danish architect Arne Jacobsen, is currently being modernized for more than 100 million euros. On the day of the open monument, there is a rare opportunity to take part in two construction site tours. These take place at 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m., the meeting point on the banks of the Stresemann is scheduled directly in front of the town hall.

The Johanniskirche, also known as an old cathedral, is another highlight. This historical church, which passed into the possession of the Evangelical Community in 1828, is currently experiencing a phase of intensive redesign and restoration. During a routine examination in 2013, there were numerous historical finds from Roman times, which significantly changed the plans. Now the church is expected to serve as a city -historically important experience. Thanks to additional funding of 250,000 euros through the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Dean Andreas Klodt Announced can advance better use of the venerable site.

Special events and offers

In Mainz, numerous other historical sites can also be explored on this day. These include the Christ Church, the Electoral Castle as well as the former Neutors School and the Old Jewish Cemetery. An attractive event also takes place in the fortress above the old town, where the Citadel Festival is celebrated. This festive options from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. attracts with a variety of attractions for young and old visitors.

In addition, the day of the open monument also enables a look into the past of the Hanau railway depot. There, visitors can discover the fascinating world of steam locomotives and historical rail vehicles. In the best times, the operations employed around 900 people to wait for the huge network of steam locomotives.

In Frankfurt, visitors can expect an interesting program in the village church of Unterliederbach, which includes several lectures on the importance of the church for the community. A subsequent organ concert enriches the day with sounds from Bach and Buxtehude.

The potter's workshop of the Archaeological Museum Frankfurt will offer a special attraction for visitors interested in art. There, original pottery stoves from Roman times can be visited, which allow deep into the history of the region. In addition, there are guided tours through fascinating systems, such as the Hellerhof settlement in the Frankfurt Gallusviertel.

How diverse the day of the open monument is, not least in the various offers that are available in Friedberg and Oberursel. Interested parties can visit the Adolf Sturm and explore the Jewish cemetery created in 1857.

All events and highlights can be found on an interactive card on the official website on the day of the open monument on www.tag-des-offenen-denklale.de, where visitors can find out more about the diverse offers.