Goar of Aquitaine was a seventh-century priest and hermit born in Ardin. Although he was known for his powerful preaching after his ordination, he sought a more secluded existence. In 618, he moved to the diocese of Trier to live as a hermit near Oberwesel. Despite his desire for obscurity, his reputation for holiness grew, attracting many travelers. He famously declined an offer to become the Bishop of Trier, preferring to maintain his life of solitude until his death in 649.