Description
Trier Half-Day Tour from Luxembourg
Overview
Take a journey back in time on this captivating half-day tour from Luxembourg to Trier—Germany’s oldest city. Just an hour by train, Trier welcomes you with its charming squares, colorful facades, and a remarkable collection of Roman and medieval landmarks.
Your adventure begins at the Porta Nigra, the largest Roman city gate north of the Alps. Explore the Basilica of Constantine, built in 310 AD with an apse that once held the Roman emperor’s throne. Step further into the past at the 2nd-century Roman Amphitheater, where executions were once held in front of 20,000 spectators, and visit the Santa Bárbara Hot Springs, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue to the birthplace of Karl Marx, where you can explore exhibits about the origins of socialism and communism in a house dating back to 1727. Then marvel at the impressive Cathedral of Saint Peter, home to ancient altars and 10th-century tombs. Don’t forget to look for the guardian of the cathedral hidden in a quiet corner below the stairs.
Conclude your historical walk in the lively Market Square, where colorful medieval buildings and local stalls selling fresh flowers and produce create a picture-perfect ending to your day in Trier.
Key Information:
- Tour Name: Trier Half-Day Tour from Luxembourg
- Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Language: English
- Tour Guide: Human guide included
