Multimedia exhibitions

The best-preserved Roman city gate north of the Alps is located in the middle of Trier. Porta Nigra is not only the city landmark, but also provides extensive information about the Roman city. The evocative past of this site and the city is illustrated here.

You will be able to learn more about history and Roman life in Trier in Porta Nigra's modern exhibition area, with an impressive model depicting the ancient metropolis. Media guides will accompany you on your journey through the former city gate in the Roman era. You can explore the various impressive construction phases of Porta Nigra and understand the exciting transformation from Roman city gate to medieval church with the aid of guides.

The contents of media guides can also be downloaded free of charge on your own smartphone, so you can experience an entirely new generation of digital guided tour.

A multimedia installation additionally illustrates the story of the monk Simeon, who lived as a hermit in the Porta Nigra and was ultimately also the reason why the ancient city gate could become a place for the veneration of saints in the Middle Ages.