Roman Bridge

Roman Bridge

The Roman Bridge is located in Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, spanning the Moselle River, and is the oldest bridge in Germany. In 1986, the Roman Bridge, along with Trier Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady (Basilica), was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The first Roman-built bridge over the Moselle River dates back to 17 BC. It was a wooden trestle bridge. The first stone bridge was constructed in AD 45, and some of its piers can still be seen during periods of low water. The current Roman Bridge was built between AD 144 and 152, making it the third bridge erected at this location since the founding of Trier. Its piers are triangular in shape, facing the direction of the water flow, to withstand floods and ice impacts. The stone arches of the Roman Bridge were added during the medieval period, between 1190 and 1490. Of the original nine Roman piers, five have survived to this day.

The Roman Bridge is still in use today, accessible to both pedestrians and vehicles. Its northern end leads to the Great Mosque and the old town center, while the southern end connects to the Museum am Dom (Andalusian Museum). From the southern end of the bridge, the majestic buildings on the opposite bank complement the classic beauty of the ancient bridge.

Roman Bridge

Must-visit reason: Germany’s oldest bridge

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Germany[Germany]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Rhineland-Palatinate [Rhineland-Palatinate]

City where the attraction is located: Trier [Trier]