Trier – Experience Ancient Rome in Germany
Germany’s oldest city is Trier – it dates all the way back before the Roman Empire! Trier was founded by the Celts (the Treveri tribe) in the late 4th century BC, although there is some evidence of a settlement as…
German Fairytale Castles – Plan Your Visit
If visiting medieval fairytale castles is your dream, then a trip to Germany should be high on your list. There are estimated to be at least 20,000 of them! People from all over the world (61 million of them to…
Burg Eltz – Plan Your Visit
Set upon a high rock in a valley above the Mosel River between Trier and Koblenz lies Burg Eltz. Located in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, it is one of only three castles that survived untouched by wars on the left…
Reichsburg Cochem – Plan Your Visit
Perched atop a hill high above the charming town of Cochem on the Mosel River is Reichsburg Cochem - the Imperial Castle. The castle is the largest castle on the Mosel River and is surrounded by vineyards (side note: the…
