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Introducing Trier

A Unesco World Heritage Site since 1986, Trier is home to an outstanding assortment of Roman monuments as well as architectural gems from later ages. Its proximity to both Luxembourg and France can be tasted in the cuisine and felt in the local esprit. About 18, 000 students do their part to contribute to the lively atmosphere.

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Trier was founded by the Romans as Augusta Treverorum in 15 BC, becoming capital of the Western Roman Empire by the 3rd century AD. A second heyday arrived in the 13th century, when its archbishops acquired the rank and power of prince-electors. In the following centuries, the city seesawed between periods of prosperity and poverty. Karl Marx (1818–83) lived here until age 17.

In 2007 the Luxembourg region, including Trier, will serve as a European Capital of Culture (www.luxembourg2007.org). Local events include a major exhibition (www.konstantin-ausstellung.de), held from June to November, on the Roman emperor Constantine the Great (AD 275–337) and his role in European history, to be held at the city’s leading museums.

Trier is an excellent base for day trips along the Moselle River and to Luxembourg, where quite a few locals, attracted by higher pay, have found employment.

Last updated: Mar 2, 2009

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  1. detbo avatar
    Re: River travel from Luxembourg to Koblenz?

    by detbo 21 May 2012

    Boats on the Moselle are not used for public transport, they are for tourists only. You could take excursion boats from Schengen to Trier,…
  2. pizwat avatar
    RE: One week holiday in Mid-West Germany

    by pizwat 20 April 2012

    All great places. There are also closer options. Aachen has a beautiful cathedral. Trier has great roman ruins. The Rhine valley between…
  3. LisaRau avatar
    RE: Salzburg to Garmisch through Innsbruck worth it?

    by LisaRau 15 April 2012

    Thanks very much. I think I will skip the rail pass. I was mostly concerned about losing flexibility, but the days of the bigger train…

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