The state capital of Mainz invites citizens to help shape the future development of the “Rheinufer Innenstadt Nord” area. Public participation in the Integrated Urban Development Concept (ISEK) will begin in November. The focus is on Feldbergplatz and its surroundings as a link between Neustadt and the Rhine riverfront. We’re looking for experiences, suggestions, and feedback: What makes this area unique? Where are there shortcomings? And what changes are particularly important to local residents?

Inclusion in the federal-state program “Growth and Sustainable Renewal” opens up the opportunity to further develop the Rhine riverfront and adjacent urban spaces. The ISEK serves as the conceptual foundation for this. It examines the area holistically and integrates urban planning, social, and ecological requirements. The goal is to improve the quality of life, advance adaptation to climate change, and strengthen the connections between the Old Town, Neustadt, and the Rhine.

The public participation process is open to everyone who lives, works, or spends their free time in the area. The project team will be present at Feldbergplatz on two dates and will actively seek to engage with passersby and visitors:

• Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wanzenmarkt
• Friday, November 20, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Feldbergplatz

In addition, you can participate online at mainz.de/feldbergplatz (opens in a new tab). The online participation period runs from November 5, 2026, to November 29, 2026.

At this early stage, the primary focus is on identifying areas where action is needed and highlighting opportunities for development. The feedback from the public participation process will be evaluated together with the results of the current status analysis. Goals and measures for the ISEK will be derived from this. Concrete redesign plans for Feldbergplatz are not yet part of this public engagement process. The timeline for implementation has also not yet been determined. Further opportunities for public engagement will accompany the later refinement of the plans.

A key component of the overall “Rheinufer Innenstadt Nord” project is the second construction phase of the Adenauer-Ufer renovation between the Rheinufer underground parking garage and Zollhafen. A comprehensive public participation process has already taken place for this area, and its results have been incorporated into the current planning. The ISEK builds on this: The planned Rhine riverfront design will be integrated into the overall concept as a central component.

Feedback is welcome regarding the entire study area between Zollhafen and Kaisertor. The current public engagement effort focuses on Feldbergplatz and the adjacent areas, for which new visions are now to be developed. The knowledge and everyday experiences of local residents play an important role in this process.