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- German
- English
Look behind the confetti and discover the secret political history of the Mainz Carnival. This is not just the story of a wild street party; it is a captivating narrative about how completely normal citizens used laughter, dialect, and papier-mâché as weapons to conduct psychological warfare against absolute monarchs and military occupiers. Accompany an experienced historian and a curious local as they decipher the hidden rebellion woven deep into the fabric of the city.
- A 2.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops in 106 min.
- Ideal for travelers interested in power, protest & public spaces and history & memory
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travel from the central transport hub in Mainz to the Kurfürstliches Schloss using public transport. Go the last bit to Kurfürstliches Schloss, Peter-Altmeier-Allee 9, 55116 Mainz. Check the current connection on the day of travel.
Go from Frankfurter Hof, Augustinerstraße 55, 55116 Mainz, to the next stop and travel back to the central transport hub in Mainz. Check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The magnificent Elector's Palace, once the seat of absolute power, is today the studio of Germany's most famous political satire show.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A huge former military camp that inspired the most iconic and satirical traditions of Carnival.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A towering, chaotic bronze fountain with over 200 figures from the carnival mythology, celebrating the subversive spirit of the fool.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The historic balcony on which the mayor of the city officially proclaims the Foolish Basic Law every November 11th.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The headquarters of the oldest carnival association, where the subversive "Bütt" was institutionalized to bypass 19th-century censorship.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Kirschgarten
A historic half-timbered square that represents the common people and where the local dialect became a tool of resistance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A historic assembly hall where the satirical carnival tradition collided with the real democratic revolution of 1848.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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