Travel Info

Flying In

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) – about 30–45 minutes from Mainz/Wiesbaden and ~50 minutes from the venue.

Train from Frankfurt Airport to Wiesbaden/Mainz:
Once you land at Frankfurt Airport, follow signs to the Regionalbahnhof (regional train station). From there, you can catch a direct S-Bahn or regional train (RB/RE) to Mainz or Wiesbaden — it takes about 30–40 minutes and costs around €5–10. Trains run frequently throughout the day, and tickets can be purchased at a kiosk or on the DB Navigator app.

Where to Stay

You do NOT need to stay near the wedding venue your whole trip. We actually recommend basing yourself in Mainz, Wiesbaden, or Mainz-Kastel (where we live) and spending just one night near our venue (if you’d like).

Hotels & Airbnbs

  • Mainz: Hyatt Regency, Hilton, AC Hotel, or charming Airbnbs in Altstadt.

  • Wiesbaden: Dorint Pallas, Radisson Blu Schwarzer Bock, Holiday Inn Express, Premier Inn, or Airbnb.

  • Mainz-Kastel: Quieter, more residential — best for Airbnbs.

For the Wedding Night (Optional)

If you'd like to stay near the venue for one night (May 16):

  • Hotel at the Venue:

    • Burg Schwarzenstein – We reserved a limited amount of rooms at the venue.

  • Nearby in Geisenheim or Rüdesheim:

    • Hotel Krone Assmannshausen, Hotel Trapp in Rüdesheim, Weinberg-Schlößchen, the list goes on. There’s a ton of other hotel and Airbnb options nearby.

Or: take a train, bus, or taxi to Wiesbaden/Mainz the same evening — it's doable!

Getting Around

DB Navigator App = your new best friend

Public transport is excellent in this region. Trains and buses run frequently.

  • Frankfurt Airport ➡ Mainz or Wiesbaden: ~30–40 min by train

  • Mainz/Wiesbaden ➡ Geisenheim (wedding): ~45–60 min by regional train

  • Day trips to Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Rüdesheim = easy

Taxis are also available but not as plentiful as in the U.S. Ubers exist, but not everywhere. If you're unsure, ask us!

Local Travel Tips

  • Language: English is widely spoken — don’t stress.

  • Currency: Euro (€) – Credit cards work in most but not all places. Have some cash.

  • Outlets: Bring Type F (euro) plug adapters (230V).

  • Tipping: Not expected. Just round up or add ~5–10%.

  • Shops Closed Sundays: Grocery stores, shops, etc. will be closed.

  • Public Restrooms: Often public restrooms are not free. Make sure you have some coins for pay toilets in public spaces.

Must-Have Apps

  • DB Navigator – Train schedules + tickets

  • Google Translate – Helpful for signs/menus

  • WhatsApp – Messaging with us & others

  • XE Currency – Currency converter

Should You Drive?

If you’re planning to:

  • Take road trips before or after the wedding

  • Visit small towns or wine villages

  • Stay somewhere outside the city center

…then yes, a rental can be a great idea!

If you’re mostly sticking to Mainz, Wiesbaden, and the wedding — Germany’s train and bus system is fantastic, so you can skip the car and ride stress-free.