lifestyle Heritage
Much of the Greater Region was ori ginally founded by the Romans. The Roman Road--which goes through Luxembourg, Saarland, Rheinland-Pfalz and Lorraine--brings the era’s history to life. The trail links together more than 120 locales, from the original Moselle wineries in Remerschen and Roman villas in Echternach and Perl, to the baths and bathing museum in Zülpich and the UNESCO listed sites in Trier. Several Roman festivals, some featuring gladiator games, take place through the first weekend of September (photo). www.visitsaarland.co.uk/en/roman-road
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Centurion footsteps
Fresh water
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Take a dip
Moselle
Taste local wine A summer’s day on a terrace is the best time to enjoy the crisp, fruity white wines made by vintners along the Moselle. The vineyards offer up some splendid views when walking, and after a hike several caves have restaurants or terraces at which visitors can enjoy a glass and watch the river glide by. Vinsmoselle offers wine tours for groups and also has a restaurant, An der Tourelle, in Stadbredimus. Bernard Massard in Grevenmacher also offers guided tours and has a tasting terrace open in the summer, and the Caves St Martin’s garden “pavilion” is also worth a visit. www.vinsmoselle.lu; www.bernard-massard.lu; www.cavesstmartin.lu
Although some of Luxembourg’s inland bathing areas failed to score the top marks in a recent survey, there is still fun to be had at the two main lakeside areas almost at opposite ends of the country. The manmade Upper Sûre reservoir is a magnet for sunbathers, swimmers and water-sports enthusiasts during the summer, while the artificial lake at Remerschen on the Moselle has become even more popular since the installation of the stylish Chalet du Plage (photo). www.lechalet.lu
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