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Discover how a city famous for its wild carnival traditions achieved a football miracle. This tour highlights the inseparable connection between the historical Mainz carnival culture and the dramatic rise of Mainz 05 under the legendary coaches Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel. Stroll through the streets where a derogatory insult was reinterpreted as an honorary badge, and experience the cheerful, indomitable spirit of the Rhine.
- 5.0 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 138 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in society, everyday life, and pop culture media
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Mainz main station to the State Theater Mainz using local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the Staatstheater Mainz. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from Bruchwegstadion to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Mainz Central Station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Staatstheater Mainz
The neoclassical theater where Jürgen Klopp and Mainz 05 celebrated their historic Bundesliga promotion in 2004.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Fastnachtsbrunnen
A towering bronze fountain that celebrates the Mainz Carnival and symbolizes the club's reinterpreted identity as a 'Carnival Club'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A museum in a historic magazine that details the subversive and democratic history of the Mainz Carnival.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The pulsating heart of Neustadt, which represents the alternative, community-oriented fan culture of Mainz 05.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A legendary, down-to-earth corner pub where football debates, carnival culture, and local life seamlessly blend together.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The historic, intimate stadium where Klopp and Tuchel forged their legacy and Mainz 05 achieved the impossible.
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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