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Trier: Germany’s Oldest City on the Moselle River
Trier, located on the Moselle River near Luxembourg’s border, is notable for its Roman heritage dating back to 16 BCE. The city’s 19 districts include historic centers and wine-village suburbs, with landmarks like nine UNESCO Roman monuments and the Cathedral of St Peter.
Fast facts
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- Rhineland-Palatinate
- Founded
- Approx. 16 BC
- Population
- Approx. 110,000
- Known for
- Roman ruins, Porta Nigra, Moselle vineyards, historic old town
Trier is Germany’s oldest city, founded as Augusta Treverorum under Emperor Augustus in 16 BCE.
It lies on the Moselle River, about 10 km from Luxembourg, and is composed of 19 municipal districts ranging from central neighborhoods to wine-producing suburbs such as Olewig and Ruwer/Eitelsbach.
The city’s Roman past is visible in nine UNESCO-listed monuments and major churches like the Cathedral of St Peter and the Church of Our Lady. Visitor activity peaks between May and October during the Moselle river cruise season, while the annual Christmas Market draws crowds in late November to December.
Roman Monuments
Visit the nine UNESCO World Heritage Roman monuments clustered in the city center, including the Porta Nigra and the Imperial Baths.
Trier Christmas Market
Held on the main market and cathedral squares from late November to just before Christmas, attracting hundreds of thousands annually.
Access via Luxembourg
Luxembourg Airport lies about 40 km away, with direct bus line 117 connecting travelers to Trier city center.
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