Short break to Trier
A short jaunt to Trier ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
Trier, in western Germany, is the country’s oldest city and a treasure trove of Roman history. The Porta Nigra, a well-preserved Roman gate, and the Imperial Baths highlight its ancient heritage. Trier’s vibrant market square and historic charm make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts.
Local areas in and around Trier
Holidays by land and sea
Visit Trier’s UNESCO amphitheatre, once a site of Roman spectacles. Explore the cellar where prisoners and animals were kept, then climb Petris Hill for sweeping views of the city and countryside.
Explore Porta Nigra, Trier’s ancient Roman gate built in 170 AD. Walk through its preserved stone arches, climb to the upper floors for city views and learn its history at the on-site exhibition.
Visit Trier Cathedral, Germany’s oldest, home to the Holy Robe said to be worn by Christ. Admire its Romanesque design, Gothic features and treasures like the 4th-century Roman basilica.
Take a Moselle River cruise to admire vineyard-covered hills and medieval castles. Many tours include wine tastings or stops at charming riverside villages like Bernkastel-Kues or Traben-Trarbach.
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