The Local Transportation Plan (NVP) for the state capital of Mainz sets out the strategic and planning framework for public transportation in the city. Among other things, the NVP defines conditions of service, establishes route alignments, and outlines additional measures to increase the appeal of public transit.

The city administration developed the currently valid update in collaboration with an experienced consulting firm (PTV Transport Consult GmbH). This time, the focus was on the efficient design of transit services, feasible ways to increase the attractiveness of public transit, and the continuation of the conversion of transit stops to make them accessible. In addition, emphasis was placed on identifying new avenues for financing public transit.

As part of the 1st Local Transit Forum, institutions, associations, and citizens were able to actively participate and thus contribute to improving public transit in their city. The first Local Transit Forum took place on July 2, 2024.

In addition, from July 2 through August 25, 2024, people had the opportunity to submit suggestions and ideas using an online tool (DEMOS plan GmbH). The ideas, concerns, and suggestions submitted through this process helped ensure that the needs of Mainz residents and public transit users remained a priority. The second Local Transit Forum took place on April 1, 2025. Click the link below for a recap of the opportunities for public participation in 2024 and 2025.

Since the amendment of the Rhineland-Palatinate Local Transport Act (NVG RLP) on February 13, 2021, local authorities are no longer required to draw up a local transport plan every five years. Nevertheless, the state capital of Mainz aims to update the plan regularly in order to respond to current circumstances and changing needs.

The standard content of a local transport plan includes, on the one hand, an assessment of the current service offering. On the other hand, the NVP defines the quantity and quality of the future service offering. The development of public transport depends largely on how the spatial structure and demand in the individual districts develop. Adjustment requirements must be recorded regularly in order to document the corresponding strategic changes. The NVP serves as a basis for decision-making for approval authorities, the creation of investment programs, and the allocation of budget funds.

The currently valid 4th update of the Local Transit Plan [2026–2030] was approved by the City Council on November 26, 2025, and is available here: