Vineyards on the slopes of the Moselle and Rhine, monumental structures from the Roman Empire in Germany's oldest city Trier: the state of Rhineland-Palatinate is ideal for culture buffs and epicures.

The red areas on the map below show where there has been flooding in recent days. In Germany, the states of Rhineland-Palatinate and North Rhine-Westphalia have been worst hit. In Belgium ...

Trier, Germany's oldest town and a UNESCO World Heritage site, was founded by the Romans. Over 300 castles let you experience their authentic and lively history. Rhineland-Palatinate's wine ...