Justizvollzugsanstalt Mainz, Correctional facility in Mainz, Germany
Description
Justizvollzugsanstalt Mainz is a correctional facility distinguished by its substantial brick walls and fortified perimeter located in the city center. The structure occupies a significant block with austere design elements typical of German institutional architecture from its construction period.
History
The facility was constructed between 1906 and 1910 by architects Paul and Karl Bonatz on the grounds of a former military barracks. This period marked when Mainz was modernizing its institutional infrastructure and judicial facilities.
Culture
The facility includes designated spaces for religious services and educational programs, supporting inmate rehabilitation through various structured activities.
Practical
The site is located in the city center and can be viewed from public streets, though access to the interior is restricted. Visitors interested in tours or information should contact the administration directly for current policies.
Did you know?
The building served as a filming location for the German television series 'Ein Fall für zwei' before its conversion into administrative offices.
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