Echternach is a small town on the eastern border of Luxembourg close to the German border. Marvel at the beauty of the Abbey of Echternach, a monastery complex with a rich history found in 698 famous for its stunning architecture and incredible manuscripts. The abbey consists of an impressive basilica, the shrine of St Willibrord, and a scriptorium. Enjoy pedal boating or fishing at Echternach Lake, an artificial lake situated at the entrance of the city. Explore the ruins of the Roman era dating back to the 1st to 5th century at the Roman Villa. The museum in the villa exhibits life-size replicas illustrating the everyday life of the Romans.