Perl in the Three-Country Region

Perl is located right at the junction of Germany, Luxembourg and France, and stretches from the Moselle Valley to the Saargau. The Moselle Valley’s opening to the south creates a mild climate. When planning a hotel stay, long-distance hiking trails, garden design and Roman remains offer different points of reference. Consider which of these themes you want to shape your trip, and compare them with your travel arrangements and the hotel options available.

Hiking trails and their different formats

The certified Saar-Hunsrück-Steig and the certified Moselsteig both start in Perl. There is also the Moselle³ Trail, a 33-kilometre circular route through the German, French and Luxembourg border region. This means two long-distance hiking trails starting in Perl sit alongside a cross-border circular route. Check the route before setting out, as it may change.

The Moselle³ Trail can be started at various points. Parking and starting locations include the P+R area in Perl-Sehndorf, Perl railway station, the European Museum in Schengen and the Maison de la Nature in Montenach, France. Before setting out, check the latest information on the route, parking and access.

Garden ensemble and Roman remains

The Baroque garden in Nell Park forms a historic ensemble with the Palais von Nell, dating from 1733, the Quirinius Chapel and the parish church. Covering 2,900 square metres, the garden combines formal axes with seasonal hedges and floral displays. This brings the garden’s clear design and the surrounding buildings into view together.

Nearby in Nennig, the Roman Villa preserves a mosaic depicting an amphitheatre spectacle. The mosaic is displayed at its original archaeological site and is considered one of the outstanding examples of Gallo-Roman mosaic art. The garden and the mosaic offer different points of interest: Baroque garden design on the one hand, Roman art on the other.

Regional produce

Apple, pear, mirabelle plum, cherry and plum trees grow in the orchards around Perl, and their fruit is used to make Viez and fruit brandies. The produce available may vary by producer and season.

Getting there and choosing a hotel

From the Saarland and Luxembourg, you can reach Perl via the Perl/Besch and Perl/Borg exits on the A8. From Trier, the B419 follows the Moselle in the direction of Thionville and Metz. The municipality of Perl has railway stations in Perl, Besch and Nennig; a regional train runs hourly from Trier Central Station to these stations. Before departure, check road information and the timetable, especially the hourly train service.

Then check the location and features of each listing rather than assuming that one hotel’s characteristics apply to another.

More destinations in the wider Merzig-Wadern travel region

Perl-Borg is home to the reconstructed Roman Villa Borg, a villa rustica with archaeological treasures. It is a separate Roman landmark, alongside the mosaic site in Nennig. Guided tours at Villa Borg are available in German, French, English, Dutch and Luxembourgish.

In Merzig, the Garden of the Senses features eleven themed garden areas and a children’s play garden. Events are held there regularly, including the Rose Days in June, with a rose and garden market and expert advice. The annual Viez Festival also takes place in Merzig, on the first Saturday in October. Check the specific event dates before your trip.

Discover more destinations: Nennig, Weiskirchen, Wadern, Orscholz, Merzig, Mettlach, Beckingen, Nohn

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