Trier
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Free things to do
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Massive Roman city gate, UNESCO World Heritage site
3 tips
- Climb to the upper floors
- Combine ticket with Simeonstift museum
- Look out for costumed guides
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Picturesque market square with the Marktkreuz and Steipe
- Tip: Weekdays
2 tips
- Christmas market in winter
- Cafés with outdoor seating
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- 3
Germany's oldest cathedral, built on Roman foundations
3 tips
- Home of the Holy Robe relic
- Visit the cloister
- Free to enter
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- 4
Early Gothic church shaped like a flower
3 tips
- Often quiet
- Check light through the windows
- Right beside the cathedral
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- 5
Huge Roman throne hall, now a Protestant church
3 tips
- Notice the enormous brick hall
- Free entry outside services
- Excellent acoustics
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- 6
Roman bridge over the Moselle with ancient piers
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Walk across at sunset
- Good views of the river
- Cycle path nearby
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- 7
Riverside walk along the Moselle
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Good for cycling
- Lovely at golden hour
- Watch the boats
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- 8
Hillside lookout across the city and Moselle valley
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Best at sunset
- Easy by bus
- Pack a light jacket
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- 9
Rococo palace with a garden next to the basilica
3 tips
- Free palace garden
- Sculptures to see
- Easy stop after the basilica
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- 10
Medieval house with a raised entrance on Simeonstraße
3 tips
- Notice the high entry
- Great as a photo stop
- Short walk from Porta Nigra
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Before you go: Trier tips
Transportation
- Walk the centre: Trier's Roman sites, cathedral and market square sit close together, so walking is the easiest way around.
- Ride the city buses: SWT buses cover the city and outskirts; buy tickets from the driver, machines or the VRT app.
- Take the train to Luxembourg: Regional trains link Trier with Luxembourg and Koblenz, handy for day trips.
Security
- Watch bikes on paths: Cyclists move fast on shared paths along the Mosel, so stay aware when walking.
- Keep bags close at markets: The Christmas market and Hauptmarkt get crowded, so mind your wallet.
- Drink responsibly on wine tours: Mosel wine tastings add up, so plan transport if visiting wineries.
Saving
- Get the Antikencard: This combined pass covers several Roman sites and a museum for less than separate tickets.
- Eat at bakeries: Bakeries sell filling sandwiches and pastries for a cheap lunch on the go.
- Use regional day tickets: Group and day tickets on regional trains can save money on Mosel trips.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for mild summers: Summers are warm but rarely extreme, so bring light layers and a sweater for evenings.
- Bundle up in winter: Winters are cold and grey, so pack a warm coat for the Christmas market.
- Carry an umbrella: Rain is possible year-round, so pack a compact umbrella.
Cultural
- Taste Mosel Riesling: The region is famous for Riesling; try it in a local Weinstube.
- Respect quiet hours: Sundays are quiet in Germany, with most shops closed.
- Visit the Karl Marx House: Marx was born in Trier, and his birthplace is now a museum.
Local Hacks
- Climb to Petrisberg: The vineyard paths above town offer views over Trier and the Mosel.
- See Porta Nigra early: Visit the Roman gate early in the day to avoid tour groups.
- Explore the Kaiserthermen tunnels: The underground passages of the imperial baths are fun to explore.
1-day itineraries in Trier
Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.