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Nijmegen — known as Nimwegen to Germans — dates back to Roman times, when it was called Noviomagus. During the time of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne had a hilltop castle overlooking the river which was replaced centuries later by a castle for Frederick Barbarossa. Although dismantled in the late 18th century, some ruins of the Barbarossa castle still remain. Stones from the earliest structures were used in later construction in the city. In addition to a casino (built on the site of the former castle) the wharf area is home to several river cruise boats and numerous restaurants. In winter you might see (or do) outdoor ice skating. In the warmer months, try going to nearby Gendt and taking the Fietsveer, or bicycle ferry, to Millinger Waard. For centuries, Nijmegen has had a special friendship with the nearby German city of Kleve, known to the English as Cleves and to the Dutch as Kleef.