Trier Cathedral Treasury, Trier

Name: Trier Cathedral Treasury
Address: Trier, Germany

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The Trier Cathedral Treasury is a museum of Christian art and medieval art in Trier, Germany. The museum is owned by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trier and is located inside the Cathedral of Trier. It contains some of the church's most valuable relics, reliquaries, liturgical vessels, ivories, manuscripts and other artistic objects. The history of the Trier church treasure goes back at least 800 years. In spite of heavy losses during the period of the Coalition Wars, it is one of the richest cathedral treasuries in Germany. With the cathedral it forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 49°45'21"N, 6°38'38"E

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Trier Cathedral Treasury – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Porta Nigra, High Cathedral of Saint Peter, Kaiserthermen, Liebfrauenkirche.

~1340 ftN
Towering stone Roman gate
Porta Nigra, Trier
7 min walk • The Porta Nigra stands as a monumental gateway to the past in the ancient city of Trier, Germany. This colossal structure, whose name translates to "Black Gate," is a relic from the Roman era, dating back to the 2nd century AD.
~140 ftNW
Fortress-like cathedral founded in 1035
High Cathedral of Saint Peter, Trier
1 min walk • The High Cathedral of Saint Peter, commonly known as Trier Cathedral, stands as a monumental beacon of Christian faith in the city of Trier, Germany. This medieval structure, with its roots stretching back to Roman times, is the oldest cathedral in the country.
0.4 miS
, Ruins, Historical place
Kaiserthermen, Trier
11 min walk • Steeped in the rich tapestry of ancient history, the Kaiserthermen, or Imperial Baths, stand as a monumental relic of Trier's Roman past. This historical landmark, nestled in the oldest city in Germany, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Roman bathing culture...
~210 ftW
, Church, Gothic architecture
Liebfrauenkirche, Trier
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Trier, Germany, the Liebfrauenkirche is a remarkable Catholic church that beckons visitors with its spiritual aura and architectural splendor. This church is not only a place of worship but also a site steeped in history...
~890 ftS
Emperor Constantine's throne hall
Aula Palatina, Trier
5 min walk • The Aula Palatina, also known as the Basilica of Constantine, stands as a majestic historical landmark in the city of Trier, Germany. Erected in the early 4th century during the reign of Emperor Constantine, it is a remarkable example of Roman architecture and Imperial...
0.6 miS
, Amphitheatre, Ruins
Amphitheater, Trier
15 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Trier, Germany, the ancient Amphitheater stands as a testament to the city's Roman past. This monumental structure, buried into the side of a hill, once echoed with the roars of gladiators and the cheers of up to 20,000 spectators.
~1420 ftN
Museum, Historical place, Specialty museum
Stadtmuseum Simeonstift, Trier
7 min walk • The St. Simeon’s Collegiate Church was a collegiate church in Trier, Germany, near the Roman city gate of the Porta Nigra. Named after the Greek monk, St.
0.4 miW
Museum of Karl Marx's life and work
Karl-Marx-Haus, Trier
11 min walk • The Karl Marx House museum is a writer's house museum in Trier. In 1818, Karl Marx, the father of Marxism, which influenced both modern socialism and communism, was born in the house.
~1610 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Rheinisches Landesmuseum Trier, Trier
8 min walk • The Rheinische Landesmuseum Trier is an archaeological museum in Trier, Germany. The collection stretches from prehistory through the Roman period, the Middle Ages to the Baroque era with a strong emphasis on the Roman past of Augusta Treverorum, Germany's oldest city.
0.6 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Baroque architecture
St. Paulin, Trier
16 min walk • Saint Paulinus is a Baroque church in the city of Trier, Germany. Constructed between 1734 and 1753, the interior was designed by Johann Balthasar Neumann. The ceiling of the nave features a painting by the artist Christoph Thomas Scheffler.
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Theater, Trier
13 min walk • The Theater Trier is the municipal theatre of Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, offering opera and musical, dance and drama. The company dates back to 1802. The current house was completed in 1964, and needs renovation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Trier Cathedral Treasury?

Nearby attractions include High Cathedral of Saint Peter, Trier (1 min walk), Liebfrauenkirche, Trier (1 min walk), Domfreihof, Trier (2 min walk), Red Tower, Trier (3 min walk).

How to get to Trier Cathedral Treasury by public transport?

The nearest stations to Trier Cathedral Treasury:

Bus

Trier, Mustorstraße • Lines: 14, 2, 200, 230, 30, 31, 7, 81, 84 (4 min walk)
Trier, Konstantin Basilika • Lines: 118, 14, 2, 200, 230, 30, 31, 7, 81, 84, Hot (4 min walk)

Train

Trier Hbf (10 min walk)
Trier Süd (22 min walk)