Trier Germany

History enthusiasts have one problem when it comes to travel in Germany—there are so many intriguing destinations, it is difficult to know where to begin. One place that definitely should be on your itinerary is Trier Germany. Located on the southwest border of the country, this is the oldest city in the country; it is almost difficult to comprehend that it was founded around 16 BC. Close to the German border with Luxembourg, this city located along the Moselle River is known for the striking Trier Cathedral as well as being close to the wine-producing region of Mosel. Travelers that want to get slightly off the beaten path in Germany and who want to see one of the prettiest parts of the country will love exploring Trier.

Today, Trier Germany is best known for a wide variety of Roman-era and medieval buildings that have been well preserved. During your trip, you can see the Porta Nigra (a Roman city gate), ruins of three Roman baths, and a Roman amphitheatre as well. Perhaps the most famous of all local attractions is the Trier Cathedral, a catholic church that dates back to the times of the Romans. The Cathedral is best known as the home of the Holy Tunic. Said to be the robe that Jesus was wearing when he died, the Holy Tunic is only on display every few decades, but is kept at this cathedral.

Visitors interested in religious history will have other sites to see as well. Saint Paulin Church is a beautiful Baroque attraction while St Matthias’ Abbey is a functioning monastery where visitors can see a beautiful medieval church. Other main sights in Trier Germany include the old Jewish cemetery and a Roman bridge from the second century. There are also several museums here, including the Toy Museum of Trier and the Karl Marx House. This museum features exhibits of the photographs, letters, poetry, and history of important historical figure Karl Marx.

Travelers that have spent time in Germany know that the holiday season in December can be a particularly magical time in this country. Cities become home to elaborate Christmas markets for the purchasing of gifts, listening to music, and eating festive foods. Trier has its own Christmas celebration, including an elaborate street festival in the main market square and also in front of the Trier Cathedral. Visitors who are interested in an immersion into local culture will want to consider traveling just to witness the beautiful Christmas market of Trier.

If Trier piques your interest for your German vacation, it’s easy to add to an itinerary, as the destination is simple to reach from many parts of the country. Connected by the incredibly efficient German train system to destinations such as Cologne, visitors will find planning a trip here to be easy. Adventurous visitors might want to rent a car instead of relying on the train system. If it’s been your dream to cruise along the Autobahn, Trier can be reached via motorway at a distance of two hours driving from Cologne, or two hours driving from Frankfurt. An alternative is to fly to Luxembourg, which is only 40 minutes away by car. However you reach Trier, the rich variety of historical sites is sure to impress you.