Eisenturm

Imagine yourself as a medieval traveler sailing down the Rhine. Look up, the Eisenturm stands tall above you, a silent witness to the times when Mainz thrived as a bustling trade city. Behind you, at Jockel-Fuchs-Platz, picture the hustle and bustle of merchants and travelers once paying taxes on their goods. This tower was more than just a watchtower; it was a customs post, an invisible boundary over the river. Did you know the tower got its name from the massive iron chains that once stretched across the Rhine? These chains were crucial for the city's control and security. As you stand here, you might feel the ancient stones beneath your feet, whispering tales of centuries gone by.