Bernkastel, Germany

Trier Highlights

A Once-Powerful Roman Outpost Discover Trier, Germany’s oldest city and a once-mighty outpost of the Roman and Holy Roman Empires. Vestiges of Rome’s power are everywhere here, seamlessly mingling with a vibrant and active modern city. Pass the Roman amphitheater, once able to hold 20,000 spectators. Admire the massive Roman baths, which include the largest baths north of the Alps. You will also see the remarkably preserved Roman city gates, the Porta Nigra, so named for the dark color of their stone. This UNESCO World Heritage Site once served as the formidable entrance to the city. Marvel at the edifice-like Cathedral of Trier, built under the direction of Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine, and the Liebfrauenkirche, or Church of Our Lady, one of the earliest Gothic churches in Germany. You will have free time to explore or browse some shops before returning to your ship. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.