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Karl Marx House
The former residence is located at No. 10 Brucken Street, the ancient city of Trier, Germany. The instructions for the former residence are available in seven languages: German, English, Russian, French, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese, and there are two versions in simplified and traditional Chinese. Among the many editions of Das Kapital displayed in the former residence, including the original German edition, the very finely printed one is also a Chinese edition.Trier · 16.9km from Echternach
Porta Nigra
The Gate of Nigra, commonly known as the Black Gate, is a famous ancient relic in the ancient Roman period and a symbol of the city of Trier. The Gate of Nigra is a well-preserved Roman-era city gate north of the Alps. It was designated a World Heritage Site in 1986 along with other Roman ruins and cathedrals in Trier.Trier · 17.3km from Echternach
Medieval Castle Beaufort
Beaufort Castle is located in the town of Beaufort in eastern Luxembourg, situated in the picturesque Müllerthal region, and is a highly representative historical site of the area. The castle complex consists of two parts: the medieval castle ruins built in the 11th century, and the Renaissance castle constructed in the 17th century. The ancient castle features thick stone walls, towers, dungeons, and defensive structures. Although some parts of the buildings have become ruins, the overall outline is well preserved, allowing visitors to directly experience the structure and living environment of a European feudal castle.Beaufort · 9.7km from Echternach
Schiessentümpel/ Schéissendëmpel Waterfall
Waldbillig · 9km from Echternach
Vallée de la Pétrusse
Vallée de la Pétrusse is also known asVallée de la Pétrusse, a rift about 100 m wide and about 60 m deep that runs across Luxembourg City, naturally separating the high ground of the old town from the new district by the train station. The gorge once served as Luxembourg City's natural barrier, and remnants of fortifications such as bastions, gun ports, and secret passages still remain between the cliffs. It was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1994. Today the gorge has returned to nature, with towering trees spreading layers of green shade and the Pétrusse stream quietly flowing along the valley floor. Stone steps from the plaza side lead all the way down to the valley floor, and along the shaded path you can look up to see the Pont Adolphe spanning the gorge and the arch of the old bridge. The path is gentle, suitable for walking, jogging, and cycling. If you only want to view it from a distance, stand on the plaza or on the bridge spanning the gorge and the canyon's greenery and the old town roofs will appear in the same view. On misty mornings, the valley floor is shrouded in fog, which further accentuates the canyon's depth. In summer, you can also take the open-air sightseeing train Pétrusse express and, with commentary, view the canyon's military remains and natural scenery.Luxembourg City · 30.6km from Echternach
Hängebrücke Irreler Wasserfälle
Irrel · 5.3km from Echternach
Pont Adolphe
Pont Adolpheis a stone arch bridge spanning the Vallée de la Pétrusse. It was built between 1900 and 1903 during the reign of Grand Duke Adolphe and was named after him. Since there was already an older bridge over the gorge, locals still habitually call this bridge the "new bridge." Its main arch has a span of approx. 85 m, and the bridge deck is approx. 42 m above the valley floor. When it was built, it was the largest-span stone arch bridge in the world. Two parallel giant arches support the bridge, making it a well-known city symbol of Luxembourg. One end of the bridge connects to the old town on the high ground, and the other end connects to the new district where the train station is located. The upper deck is for vehicles and pedestrians, and you can overlook the greenery of the gorge and the roofs of the old town from the railing. Below the bridge arches, there is a cantilevered lower walkway for pedestrians and cyclists. Walking on it, you can look up at the huge stone arches and get a different perspective to examine the structure of this century-old bridge. If you want to take a panoramic photo, you can head to a nearby plaza. Looking towards the gorge and the bridge from there is a common vantage point when visiting Luxembourg.Luxembourg City · 30.8km from Echternach
Trier Cathedral
Saint Peter's Cathedral, also known as Trier Cathedral, is located in Trier and is an ancient cathedral in Germany. During the Roman Catholic era, it served as the Church of Our Lady for the Diocese of Trier. In 1986, it was designated a World Heritage Site along with other ancient Roman sites in Trier. A precious relic in Trier Cathedral is the Holy Robe—the seamless robe of Christ. According to Christian legend, Empress Helena brought this seamless robe of Christ to Trier. The relic chapel is only open to the public annually on the Holy Robe Day, but the Holy Robe is not on display.Trier · 17.3km from Echternach
Naturparkzentrum Teufelsschlucht
Irrel · 4.2km from Echternach
Abbey of Echternach
Echternach · 399m from downtown
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Vallée de la Pétrusse
Luxembourg City · 30.6km from EchternachPont Adolphe
Luxembourg City · 30.8km from EchternachAbbey of Echternach
Echternach · 399m from downtown
Place de la Constitution
Luxembourg City · 30.6km from Echternach
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Luxembourg City · 30.3km from Echternach
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What travellers say about Echternach
辉哥_28 December 2019
5.0
When I revisited Marx's former residence more than ten years later, I found that it had changed a lot.
Karl Marx House
poohwubear2 July 2023
5.0
Trier, which is in southwest Germany and close to Luxembourg, is the oldest city in Germany and was an important administrative center for the Western Roman Empire. The city is very walkable, and I was able to get everywhere on foot with the help of Google Maps. A full, packed day is enough to cover the major sites and take in the many fascinating ancient Roman ruins. I managed to tour the Porta Nigra, which was a city gate and later a church - Trier is a must-visit for European history buffs and UNESCO World Heritage site lovers!
Porta Nigra
噼里啪啦10 August 2020
4.0
Beaufort Castle!
[Value for money] Not bad, the view from the top is amazing.
[Fun] Interesting, the stories of the castle are interesting.
[Scenery] Not bad, very good.
Medieval Castle Beaufort
吃饭了没上市5 January 2022
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The Petros Canyon, also known as the Luxembourg Grand Canyon, is one of the world's famous scenic spots. It is about 100 meters wide and 60 meters deep, naturally dividing Luxembourg City into two urban areas, the new and old areas in the north and south.
Constitution Square is the best place to view the Grand Canyon and the scenery on both sides. Opposite the Grand Canyon, there is a palace-like building located in the green, which looks particularly magnificent. It is the Luxembourg National Savings Bank. At its north end is a tall pointed round bell tower, and on both sides are medieval buildings with only roofs visible.
Vallée de la Pétrusse
YoYo_0T9A3B0L1 August 2026
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The Adolphe Bridge, located in Luxembourg City, is a sturdy stone arch bridge spanning the Petrus Valley. Its greyish-white structure is quite substantial. Standing in the center, you can see the old town and treetops on both sides of the valley. Cars passing by in the adjacent lanes cause the bridge surface to vibrate slightly. Several walkways allow you to descend and admire the arches extending overhead. There's a viewing platform on the bridge, where tourists often lean against the railings to take photos. The bridge isn't very long, taking only a few minutes to walk across, but it's perfect for enjoying the scenery.
Pont Adolphe
