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The Electorate of Mainz (German: Kurfürstentum Mainz or Kurmainz, Latin: Electoratus Moguntinus), previously known in English as Mentz and by its French name Mayence, was one of the most prestigious and influential states of the Holy Roman Empire.
The Electorate of Mainz, previously known in English as Mentz and by its French name Mayence, was one of the most prestigious and influential states of the Holy Roman Empire.
The Elector of Mainz [1] was one of the seven Prince-electors of the Holy Roman Empire. As both the Archbishop of Mainz and the ruling prince of the Electorate of Mainz, the Elector of Mainz held a powerful position during the Middle Ages.
The Electoral Palace in Mainz (German: Kurfürstliches Schloss zu Mainz) is the former city Residenz of the Prince-elector and Archbishop of Mainz. It is one of the important Renaissance buildings in Germany.
"The Electorate of Mainz (German: Kurfürstentum Mainz or Kurmainz, Latin: Electoratus Moguntinus), previously known in English as Mentz and by its French name Mayence, was one of the most prestigious and influential states of the Holy Roman Empire.
This virtual city walk will assist you with your historical journey through time. Discover the city's ancient roots with the theme walk "museums, churches and palaces". On the tour, you will also get to know the Electorate of Mainz and the city’s most famous son, Johannes Gutenberg. Further information.
The history of the Electoral Palace began already in the 16th century. At that time, St. Martin's Castle stood on the site. It served Archbishop Diether von Isenberg as his archiepiscopal residence. The palace building was intended to be a representative extension of St. Martin's castle.
