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Now in Mainz Cathedral - the largest Bible page in the world!

[Translate to Englisch:] Copyright Markus Kohz

As of today, it can be admired in Mainz Cathedral - the largest Bible page in the world! It was hung in the choir of the cathedral at 11 a.m. and will be on display there until the end of August. A unique testimony to the art of craftsmanship and a tribute to Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of book printing.

To mark the 625th anniversary of Johannes Gutenberg's birth, the International Gutenberg Society has organized a spectacular highlight: The successful world record attempt to print the largest Bible page in the world - right in the center of Mainz!

On 26 and 27 April 2025, as part of the festive opening of the Rhineland-Palatinate Cultural Summer, a monumental letterpress print was created on Fischtorplatz: the first page of the Gospel of John from the famous Gutenberg Bible (Shuckburgh copy) was printed on a gigantic paper format of 5.00 × 7.20 meters - first with the help of a car, then on Sunday together with the public: numerous visitors enthusiastically ran over the printing block and helped to transfer ink onto the huge sheet.

The idea and realization of this world record came from Markus Kohz, a committed member of the board of the International Gutenberg Society. This project makes Gutenberg's legacy visible and tangible in the truest sense of the word.

Location Dom St. Martin, Liebfrauenplatz 4, 55116 Mainz
Date: April 28 - August 31, 2025, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday and public holidays 1 pm - 5 pm (only outside liturgical times

Program of events

Our current program of events you can find here.

Events

Treffpunkt Gutenberg organized by "Together for Gutenberg"

The popular event series of the International Gutenberg Society in Mainz e.V. invites members and all those interested to engaging lectures. Experts from the world of printing and media contribute to the success of this series on a voluntary basis, in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. A glass of wine is served afterwards, offering space for conversation and networking. Admission is free.

Launched in 2006 under the title "Jour Fixe", this series is aimed at book and media enthusiasts who wish to expand their knowledge through academic talks followed by lively discussions – and to meet like-minded people along the way. The series was initiated by Günther Lindner and Hartmut Flothmann as a midday meeting at the Gutenberg Museum. In 2018, the "Jour Fixe" became an evening event held at the Kulturei (Citadel), continuing the original founders’ vision.

In 2024, the series was renamed "Treffpunkt Gutenberg" to emphasize its openness to a wider audience. Together with the Gutenberg Museum Mainz and the Gutenberg Foundation, we now organize readings, exclusive guided tours, and lectures covering a wide range of topics related to books, printing, and media culture.

If you work in the book or media sector and would like to share your field of expertise with an interested audience, we warmly invite you to contact our office.

The current topics and dates can be found in our event program.
Please register via email: info@gemeinsamfuergutenberg.de or by phone: +49 6131 226420.

Discussion Series: “Longdrinks” organized by interns of the International Gutenberg Society

This student-led event series explores exciting and relevant topics from the book and media industry in an informal setting. Each discussion evening offers a great opportunity to hear different perspectives, engage with current debates, and take away new insights. Admission is free!

The series is planned and hosted by the interns of the Gutenberg Society and takes place in various locations in Mainz.

The latest dates and discussion topics can be found in our event program.
Please register via email: info@gemeinsamfuergutenberg.de or by phone: +49 6131 226420.