Mainz-Kastel

Mainz-Kastel is an administrative district in Wiesbaden that stretches along the Rhine and contains both residential neighborhoods and commercial areas. The area connects two major cities through a mixed landscape of homes, shops, and infrastructure.

The district was separated from Mainz and incorporated into Wiesbaden in 1945 following World War II. This administrative reorganization reshaped the relationship between the two cities on opposite riverbanks.

The riverfront serves as a gathering place where locals celebrate seasonal events and build community bonds throughout the year. Bridges and walkways along the water have become natural meeting points in daily life.

The area has reliable bus and train connections to both Wiesbaden and Mainz with regular service throughout the day. Walking and cycling paths along the riverbank make it easy to explore both sides of the water.

The district spans both banks of the Rhine, creating a natural boundary between two major German cities. This unusual position means visitors can experience the proximity of two urban centers at the same time.

Location: Wiesbaden

Elevation above the sea: 90 m

Shares border with: Mainz-Kostheim, Mainz-Amöneburg, Delkenheim, Erbenheim

Website: https://wiesbaden.de/leben-in-wiesbaden/stadtteile/kastel

GPS coordinates: 50.00972,8.28444

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:26