Top 10 Things to do in Saarland, Germany

March 16, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

The Saarland (German: das Saarland, pronounced [das ˈzaːɐ̯lant]; French: la Sarre [la saʁ]) is one of the sixteen states (or Bundesländer) of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its capital at Saarbrücken, it has an area of 2,570 km² and its population (as of 30 April 2012) is approximately 1,012,000. In terms of both area and population size – apart from the city-states of Berlin, Bremen and Hamburg – it is Germany's smallest state. The wealth of its coal deposits and their large-scale industrial exploitation, coupled with its location on the border between France and Germany, have given the Saarland a unique history in modern times.
Restaurants in Saarland

1. Saarschleife

Alfred Becker Strasse, 66693 Mettlach, Saarland Germany +49 6865 91150 http://www.tourist-info.mettlach.de/de/saarschleife.html
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4.5 based on 472 reviews

Saarschleife

Reviewed By ATLYCS - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

Loved doing the treetop path and reaching the vantage point with the pictured view! It is a fairly simple path that took less than an hour. There are surrounding trails for further hiking. Loved it - highly recommend!

2. Basilika Saarbrucken

Basilika Sankt Johann Kath.- Kirch-Strasse, Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 32964 http://www.basilika-sb.de
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Basilika Saarbrucken

3. Ludwigskirche - Evangelische Kirchengemeinde Alt-Saarbrucken

Am Ludwigsplatz 18, 66117 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 52524 [email protected] http://www.ludwigskirche.de
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Ludwigskirche - Evangelische Kirchengemeinde Alt-Saarbrucken

The "Ludwigskirche" in Saarbruecken is a lutheran (protestant) church, built in 1775 by prince Ludwig of Nassau. It is one of the most important and prominent baroque churches in Germany, impressively situated amidst a place and surrounded by baroque city palaces. The church features a stunning white interior and a pulpit and organ in its centre. The church is open every Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Groups are asked to arrange their visit through the congregational office.

Reviewed By JanK2587

This church come as a bit surprise...a Level of architecture you just wouldn't expect in a town like saarbruecken...it's really world class and one of the most beautiful protestant church buildings of this period-worldwide!

4. Rathaus St. Johann

Rathausplatz 1, 66111 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 9050 http://www.saarbruecken.de/rathaus/rathaus_st_johann
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4.5 based on 71 reviews

Rathaus St. Johann

Reviewed By travelenthusiast1313 - Clay City, United States

This building is a beautiful example of gothic architecture. This building alone was was worth the trip out to Saarbrücken. The streetcars pass right in front of it as well. If you’re looking for public transportation, they are a great and inexpensive option.

5. Historical Museum Saar

Schlossplatz 15, 66119 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 5064506 [email protected] http://www.historisches-museum.org/
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Historical Museum Saar

The Historical Museum Saar is the museum on Saarland's history. A large part of the 2,700 m² exhibition area is located under Schlossplatz. The permanent exhibition traces the changing fortunes of the border region from Franco-German war of 1870/71 to the affiliation of Saarland to the Federal Republic of Germany in 1957. From 1935, the Gestapo had its headquarters in Saarbrucken’s palace. The exhibition on National Socialism includes an original Gestapo cell. Numerous inscriptions by imprisoned forced labourers have been preserved on the walls. A separate exhibition area is dedicated to the history of Saarbrucken’s castle and palace rock. The mysterious subterranean castle In the museum, visitors can descend fourteen meters below Schlossplatz into the mysterious subterranean castle – a unique sight in Germany that attracts tourists and especially families with children.

Reviewed By ochlt - Paris, France

This activity can be a bit long but it was really interesting to learn about the History of the region. The place is definitely beautiful. If you plan to visit it, think about improving your language skills as the descriptions are in German and French!

6. Deutsch-Franzosischer Garten

Deutschmuhlental, 66117 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 9052159 http://www.saarbruecken.de/leben_in_saarbruecken/freizeit/deutsch_franzoesischer_garten
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4.0 based on 357 reviews

Deutsch-Franzosischer Garten

7. Europa Galerie

Trierer Str. 1, 66111 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 7559550 http://www.europagalerie.de
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4.0 based on 220 reviews

Europa Galerie

8. Saarbrucken Old Town

66111 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany
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4.0 based on 309 reviews

Saarbrucken Old Town

Reviewed By b_rbaram652 - Nunoa, Chile

I went to the downtown with my husband and my 5 months old babe. The place is very nice for walk, to have a coffee or ice cream. There is also a plenty of nice restaurants. They have a lot of influence of French cousine . The weather was very nice, there is a lot of shops in the street, and the buildings are very traditional from Germany. The city is very clean, ordered, and beautiful. Very relax to go with family to enjoy the afternoon. Definitely worth to go!

9. Saarbrucker Zoo

Graf Stauffenberg Strasse Im Reptilienhaus Seltenheit Krustenechsen aus Mexiko, 66121 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 9053600 http://www.zoo.saarbruecken.de/de/start
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4.0 based on 203 reviews

Saarbrucker Zoo

Reviewed By 646tihanab - Stuttgart, Germany

We visited this zoo now for the first time and we have been delighted because the zoo is integrated in nature very good and you can enjoy the walk partly under the trees. They have some rare species we have never seen before. There is a part with goats where children can touch them. We couldn’t see all animals because our smallest daughter had to sleep and we had to leave after almost 2 hours there. The best is having sandwiches or something else to eat and to spend there more time enjoying. There is also possible to buy something to eat and to drink. Parking place is simply too small, but it is possible to park on the street uphill. And tickets price is really favorable!!!

10. Bade- und Saunawelt Calypso

Deutschmuehlental 7, 66117 Saarbrucken, Saarland Germany +49 681 5881770 [email protected] http://www.erlebnisbad-calypso.de
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3.5 based on 280 reviews

Bade- und Saunawelt Calypso

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