Roman ruins quarter
Trier, Germany
Home to the ancient city walls, Amphitheater, Roman Bridge, and Imperial Baths.
Places in Roman ruins quarter
- Moselle riverside restaurants Restaurants along the Moselle River near the Roman Bridge and Imperial Baths.
- Moselle wine region bars Bars showcasing wines from the surrounding Moselle wine region.
Practical notes for Trier
- Best time to visit
- May to September offers pleasant weather for exploring the Roman ruins and Moselle riverfront.
- Getting around
- Trier's Roman heritage sites, including the Porta Nigra and city centre, are within easy walking distance of each other.
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Language
- German. English is widely spoken.
- Timezone
- CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
- Current trends
- Trier's dining scene draws on its Roman heritage, with one wine bar offering à la carte or prix-fixe dishes based on recipes attributed to the Roman gourmet Marcus Gavius Apicius, complete with a cellar showcasing a collection of Roman artifacts, reflecting the city's living connection to its ancient past.
Other neighborhoods in Trier
- Porta Nigra quarter — Home to the imposing Porta Nigra, one of the best preserved Roman city gates in Europe.
- Cathedral district — Home to Trier Cathedral and Hotel Blesius Garten's serene gardens.
Read the full Trier guide