Story and significance
About
The Gutenberg Museum, one of the oldest museums of printing in the world, is located in Mainz, the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate. It represents a vital educational asset in Deutschland.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
In honor of the inventor of the movable type printing press, this museum in Mainz showcases the deep historical value of Rhineland-Palatinate. It features early printed books including the famous Gutenberg Bibles. It is a premier educational destination in Deutschland.
The exhibitions include detailed historical machinery and evolutionary steps of written communication within Rhineland-Palatinate.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Museum
- Coordinates
- 49.9532° N, 7.3106° E
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Location on the map
Map
49.9532° N, 7.3106° E