Tourist Information

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Tourist Information

Tourist
Information
Sights, daytrips, accommodation,
restaurants, events and more
www.die-region-saarbruecken.de
… unlimited friendliness
Welcome
Would you like to experience the sights and sounds
in the Saarbrücken region
come and visit the Saarbrücken region! Enjoy our
of city life and explore beautiful landscapes? Why not
cultural events and joie de vivre while getting to know
Saarbrücken and its environs.
We look forward to your visit!
Tourist Information Office
for the Saarbrücken Region
Rathaus St. Johann (Town Hall)
Main entrance
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 959092-00 or -02
Fax: +49 (0) 681 959092-01
E-mail: [email protected]
Opening hours:
Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 6 pm
Sat.
10 am – 4.30 pm
Kongress- und Touristik Service
Region Saarbrücken GmbH
Bahnhofstr. 31
Diskontohochhaus
66111 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 938090
Fax: +49 (0)681 9380938
in Saarbrücken Castel
Service provider for:
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 506-6006
Opening hours:
Sat. + Sun. 10 am – 6 pm
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Four Towns – Three
Countries – One Bed:
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Discover the similarities and
differences in the SaarLorLux
border triangle.
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Shops in and
around Saarbrücken
have a lot to offer.
You’ll be surprised.
By foot or bike:
Experience the Saarbrücken region
with all your senses.
Table of
contents
Discovering – Sights
Shopping
Patying – the Night Away
Saarbrücken –
Capital of the Saarland.................... 6
Shopping advice and markets
in Saarbrücken .............................. 32
Casino, cafe, bar, live music .......... 46
The map of the city
centre shows all places of
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interest at a glance
Gay & Lesbian ............................... 47
Sights in the region ........................16
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Experiencing – Culture
Guided Tours ................................. 22
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Nature
Parks and Gardens
in Saarbrücken .............................. 34
Hiking ........................................... 38
Cycling .......................................... 40
Museums and Galleries................. 24
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Getting here and Transport
Airport........................................... 48
Train .............................................. 48
Taxi................................................ 48
Bus................................................ 49
Theatre and Stage ......................... 27
Event Highlights ............................ 30
Leisure and sport
On the Saar ................................... 42
Map of the city centre
Swimming Pools & Spas................ 43
Special services offered
Imprint ......................................... 49
Tourist Information ....................... 50
of Saarbrücken.............................. 26
Culinary
Star chefs in
Saarbrücken.................................. 44
Traditional dishes.......................... 45
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Discovering – Sights
Ludwigskirche
Saarbrücken – Capital of the Saarland
Saarbrücken offers everything you can expect from a
regional capital: it is a modern economic centre, a
conference, trade fair and university town, an important
cultural axis and an attractive place of residence. What’s
more: France is just round the corner.
Saarbrücken has experienced a diverse past in its over 1,000-year history. In 999 Emperor Otto III gave the royal seat “Sarabrucca” to the bishops of Metz as a gift. This is the first documented evidence of the town
now known as Saarbrücken. The 18th century buildings designed by the
architect Friedrich Joachim Stengel were erected during the heyday of
the Baroque period. His constructions moulded the face of the town and
set the scene for its consequent architectural development.
The Saarland has frequently changed hands between France and Germany during the last 200 years. Since 1957 the region has been an integral part of the Federal Republic of Germany, but the common passion
for all things French is unmistakable. A certain “savoir vivre”, a “live and
let live” mentality permeates the region’s atmosphere. This is reflected
by the local hospitality and predilection for food and drink. The proximity to France can also be detected in the region’s cuisine: for many years
renowned food critics have granted restaurants here distinguished
awards.
Saarbrücken is a smallish city with
approximately 180,000 inhabitants
and hence a pleasant size. Picturesque rural attractions and places
of historic interest offering the
perfect destination for a hike or a
day trip are in the close vicinity
and even within the town itself.
The cultural palette attracts visitors from far and wide.
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Sights in Saarbrücken
Would you like to get to know Saarbrücken and the
locals? The town’s past and present are best discovered
during a guided tour of the city. Saarbrücken’s architectural character is dominated by the 18th century Baroque
architect Friedrich Joachim Stengels buildings, which
are scattered all about the town centre.
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Saarbrücken Castle
The existence of Saarbrücken was first documented in 999
under the name “Castellum Sarabrucca”. In the 17th century
the castle was rebuilt in the style of the Renaissance, but later destroyed and now only the cellars of this construction
remain. In the 18th century Prince Wilhelm Heinrich
had his architect Stengel build a new Baroque palace
on the same site. Since then the castle has suffered
various bouts of destruction and was partially burnt
down and reconstructed before being thoroughly
and magnificently renovated in 1989. The architect
Gottfried Böhm designed a state-of-the-art central
block of steel and glass. The castle is now both an
administrative centre and a venue for cultural events,
conferences and festivities.
in Saarbrücken Castel
Opening hours:
Sat., Sun. 10 am – 6 pm
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Tel.: +49 (0) 681 506-6006
Guided tours: s. page 32
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-01
Underground castle fortifications and casemates
You can tour the excavated underground fortifications and casemates discovered 14 metres below the Schlossplatz. Let multimedia technology
guide you through history, space and time with sound and lighting
breathing life into the distant past. The tour starts in the Saarland Regional History Museum (Historisches Museum Saar). See Museums, page 25.
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Schlossplatz
(Castle Square) – The
Baroque Ensemble
The Baroque ensemble enclosing the
Schlossplatz (Castle Square) also bears Stengel’s trademark. He was
instructed to surround the castle with buildings which were similar to it in
style, but would not distract from its glory. Thus the prince had the
so-called Erbprinzenpalais (Hereditary Prince’s Palace) built for his son.
The Kreisständehaus (the former seat of the district administration) houses the Museum of Prehistory and Early History and the Old Collection. A
recently built glass annex connects it to the museum in the Schlosskirche.
Well worth seeing is the staircase with its intricately decorated banisters,
see page 24. In the segment gable of the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) the
construction date MDCCL (1750) has been recorded along with a depiction
of the Saarbrücken coat of arms. A Baroque onion dome crowns the clock
tower. It was destroyed in WWII and rebuilt in 1947; today it houses the
headquarters of Saarbrücken’s adult education centre. The invisible
memorial square was devised by Jochen Gerz and students from the local
Art Academy in 1993 as an expression of tolerance and a warning against
racism: 2,146 flagstones on the way to the castle were dug up and the
names of Jewish cemeteries engraved on the back of them before they
were replaced.
+49 (0)89 210 833 333 2-02
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be your tour guide
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(Order of the Points of Interest)
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+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2 + __ Order of the Points of Interest
00 History of Saarbrücken
(3 min 26)
01 Saarbrücken Castle and
Casemate (3 min 19)
02 The castle square and its
baroque ensemble (2 min 08)
03 Historical Museum Mile at
Schlossplatz (2 min 39)
04 View from the castle wall
(3 min 09)
06 Ludwig’s Church (2 min 57)
10 Old Bridge and Saar Crane
(2 min 41)
12 St. Johanner Marktet Square
(2 min 16)
13 Fröschengasse (2 min 03)
14 Basilica St. Johann (2 min 49)
15 Town Hall St. Johann (2 min 36)
21 Collegiate Church St. Arnual
(2 min 44)
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Castle Wall
The castle wall, which was moved
back 16 metres when the urban
motorway was built, provides a
beautiful panoramic view of the
town. The stone head of the “miserly
baker” of St. Johann grimly observes
passers-by from the wall next to
the stairs leading up to the castle.
For several centuries it served as a
gargoyle at the Old Bridge.
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-04
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Ludwigskirche (Ludwig’s Church) and Place
The Ludwigskirche, focal point of a “place royal” architecture, is
the indefatigable architect Stengel’s masterpiece. It is considered to
be one of the most stylistically and aesthetically perfect Protestant
Baroque churches in Germany, comparable to the Michel in Hamburg
or the Frauenkirche in Dresden. Together with the Ludwigsplatz square,
the surrounding palace and civil servants’ houses, it is part of a unique
Baroque ensemble, which was completed in 1775. After being completely
destroyed during WWII, the church and palace were meticulously and
authentically restored. Looking down Wilhelm-Heinrich-Straße, you
have a direct view of the opposite bank of the Saar, a further example
of the visual axes typical to Stengel’s architecture.
The Story of the Miserly Baker
It is said that the miserly baker
refused to help the poor in times
of need, insulted them and encouraged young women to offer him
their bodies in exchange for bread.
When the margravine heard this
rumour she dressed up as a beggar
to put him to the test. Naturally he
fell for her disguise and was put in
the stocks as punishment, dying
several days later. An effigy of his head was carved of stone and placed
on the Old Bridge to serve as a sewage gargoyle and a warning to others.
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Opening hours:
Tue. – Sun. 10 am – 6 pm
Tue. – Sun. 10 am – 5 pm (Winter)
(if no wedding)
www.ludwigskirche.de
Service: Sun. 10 am
Guided tours: on request
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 52524
Price: 1.50 € per person
at least 15 € per group
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-06
Schlosskirche (Castle Church)
The steeple of the late Gothic
Schlosskirche (Castle Church) dating from the 15th century was given
a Baroque crest by Stengel in
1743. After being destroyed in
WWII it was restored in the 50’s
and endowed with elaborate
stained-glass windows designed
by Georg Meistermann. The sarcophagi of the last princes of Saarbrücken are to be found in the
choir. Opening hours: see Museums and Galleries, page 24.
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-03
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Friedenskirche (Peace Church)
This church was built by Stengel in 1743 and was a gift from Wilhelm
Heinrich to his mother and the reformed community. In the past this transept church served temporarily as a secondary school . Today it is used
by the Old Catholics and the Greek and Russian Orthodox communities.
Opening hours:
Sun. 12 am – 4 pm
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Tel.: +49 (0) 681 399017
or +49 (0) 163 2586298
Saarkran (Saar Crane)
The Saarkran (Saar Crane) flanking the Wilhelm-Heinrich-Brücke
(Wilhelm Heinrich Bridge) bears witness to Saarbrücken’s flourishing
trade history. In 1761 it was first constructed by the Krahnen-Gesellschaft according to plans drawn-up by Stengel and, after being
destroyed on several occasions, its final reconstruction in 1991 was
financed by donations.
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Rabbiner-Rülf-Platz memorial site
Alte Brücke (Old Bridge)
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The Alte Brücke (Old Bridge) was
erected in the name of Karl V in
1546 and is one of the town’s oldest constructions; it connects
Alt-Saarbrücken and St. Johann.
Originally it consisted of 13 arches,
but now only 8 remain. It was
destroyed during WWII and subsequently rebuilt before being shortened in the early 1960’s to make room for the urban motorway which
passes through central Saarbrücken running parallel to the river. Right
next to the bridge is the mooring of the Saarbrücken passenger boats,
which offer round trips along the Saar in the summer. See page 42.
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Fröschengasse
The former craftsmen’s and workers’ houses in the Fröschengasse
were once partly built onto the old
town wall. Since 1978 the street
has been rebuilt primarily in the
Baroque style. Restaurants with
idyllic courtyards invite you to linger. High water levels are recorded
on the wall at the end of the street
(Saarstraße) to remind passers-by
of the proximity and perils of the
river.
Theatre and “Art Mile”
The Neo-Classical State Theatre
was opened in 1938 with a performance of “The Flying Dutchman”.
At the time it was the most modern
theatre in Europe, but had to be
reconstructed after considerable
damage during WWII. In 1988/89
the 875-seat auditorium was completely renovated and enlarged,
see Theatres, page 29.
The Modern Gallery’s pavilion was
built in the sixties by the architect Hanns Schönecker and houses an
outstanding international collection of 20th century painting, sculpture
and graphics. Its rooms are bright and defined and express an affinity
with nature, one of the primary concerns of both Impressionist and
Expressionist artists.
The Modern Gallery also boasts a spacious sculpture garden on the
banks of the river Saar that invites visitors to take a stroll, relax and
look at art. The so-called “Fourth Pavilion” extension to the museum is
scheduled to open in autumn 2015. See Museums, page 24.
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The St. Johanner Markt with its
boutiques, bars, bistros and restaurants is the essence of Saarbrücken life. It is an ideal place to
meet people or saunter through
the picturesque alleys scattered around the market square. Since 1978
the old part of town has been a pedestrian precinct. There is a direct
view of the castle from the Baroque fountain (designed by Stengel in
1759), and in the past there was also one of the Baroque church Ludwigskirche, from where you could see right up to the castle again – the
so-called Stengel triangle.
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-12
In November 2013, a memorial site for the Jewish men, women and children from the Saarland who were murdered during National Socialism
was unveiled on Rabbiner-Rülf-Platz and the upper steps leading down to
the river Saar. The memorial sculpture "The Interrupted Forest" is made
up of 40 bronze tree trunks and was created by the sculptor Prof. Ariel
Auslender in cooperation with Fabian Luttropp. The tree trunks represent
a "forest of remembrance" which stands in contrast to the "natural forest" of delicate Japanese pagoda trees planted on the site.
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St. Johanner Markt
(St. Johanner Market
Square)
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-13
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Basilika St. Johann
The Basilica St. Johann was erected by Stengel between 1754 and 1758.
It has been painstakingly renovated and is now a perfect example of 18th
century Baroque beauty: the pope even granted the church the title
“Basilica Minor”. Not to be missed are the bronze portal and the
entrance area, which were designed by the Saarbrücken artist Ernst Alt.
The church organ is particularly striking. It consists of three individual
parts, the main organ and the two choir organs. They can by played individually or together. The St. Johann Basilica organ is hence composed of
60 sounding stops and a total of 4,312 pipes. This remarkable and multifaceted instrument is exceptional in both its construction and its tone
spectrum and is renowned far beyond Saarbrücken and the Saarland.
Opening hours:
Mon., Fri., Sat. 9.30 am – 7.15 pm
Tue., Thu., Sun. 8.30 am – 7.15 pm
Wed. 8.30 am – 5 pm
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-14
Services:
Every day 6.30 pm except Mon.,
Sun. 10 am, 11.30 am, 6.30 pm,
Wen. 12 noon
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 32964
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Rathaus St. Johann
(Town Hall)
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Georg J. von Hauberisser, the architect who designed the town halls in
Munich and Wiesbaden, was also
responsible for the construction of
Saarbrücken’s Neo-Gothic town
hall, which was erected between
1897 and 1900. It is dominated by
the 54 m tower, from which the
carillon sounds daily at 3.15 pm
and 7.19 pm.
The authentically preserved façade
is decorated with sandstone statues
representing the trades of bygone
times. There is a miner, a smelter, a farmer, a brewer, a merchant, and a
tanner. The significance of the figures of St. George and the dragon is
unclear, but they probably represent the battle between good and evil.
Inside it is worth taking a look at the ballroom, which provides the venue
for over 1,000 marriages per year in a festive atmosphere.
Town Hall Information
Office Opening hours:
Mon. – Wed. and Fri. 8 am – 4.30 pm
Thu. 8 am – 6 pm
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 905-1000
Tourist Office
Opening hours:
Sat. 10 am – 4.30 pm
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 959092-00 or -02
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Staden
If you are in the mood for a pleasant stroll, it is worth following the
Saar in the direction of the Staden,
one of the most attractive residential areas of Saarbrücken. The
stately villas with park-like gardens which can be admired here
date back to the years of rapid
industrial expansion in Germany
(from 1871). The Saar promenade,
seamed by green lawns and punctuated with beer gardens and playgrounds, invites the visitor to relax
on long summer days, watching
roller skaters, joggers and cyclists
on the path along the river.
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Thermal Power Station Römerbrücke
The 160-metre high chimney of the thermal power station Römerbrücke
can be seen from a considerable distance. The construction has
received numerous architectural awards and in 1992 Saarbrücken and
the Stadtwerke (local energy and water suppliers) were awarded the UN
environment prize for their exemplary and innovative energy policy.
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-15
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Johanneskirche (St. John’s Church)
The Neo-Gothic Johanneskirche (erected between 1894 and 1898) has
recently become a meeting point for demonstrations and peace
services. Concerts, performances and discussions are regularly held
here as part of the project “City Kirche” (City Church).
Opening hours:
Tue. – Sun. 3 pm – 6 pm
www.j-kirche.de
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Service:
Sun. 11 am
Bergwerksdirektion (Mining Headquarters)
The administration building of the “Saarbergwerke” (Saar Mining Company), formerly the “Royal Prussian Mining Headquarters”, was constructed in 1880 by the renowned architects Martin Gropius and Heino
Schmieden in the style of the Florentine Renaissance.
The historical building has been integrated into the EUROPA-Galerie
shopping centre with the listed interiors and facade preserved. Original
features such as the cast iron staircase, the period tiled floor, the ballroom and the precious leaded stained-glass windows can be admired
during your shopping experience.
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Die Stiftskirche St. Arnual
“The urban village” St. Arnual is one
of the oldest parts of Saarbrücken
and a 30-minute walk from the city
centre. Houses dating back to the
late medieval ages which have
retained their authentic charm to
this day are clustered around the
idyllic market square. The 13th century Gothic collegiate church is
amongst the most significant historical monuments in southwest Germany. Up to the 15th century the princes
and earls of Nassau-Saarbrücken
were buried here and their sepulchres can still be admired today.
Opening hours: daily: 9 am – 5 pm
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9850505
Price: 25 € per group
Service: Sun. 10 am
Directions: 126 bus from
Wilhelm Heinrich Bridge
Bus stop: St. Arnual Market
+49 (0) 89 210 833 333 2-21
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Other places of interest
Musée les Mineurs Wendel (F)
Sights in the Saarbrücken Region
The Parc Explor Wendel in Petite-Rosselle is situated in the centre of the
former Lorraine coal basin. The Musée Les Mineurs Wendel provides an
illustrative insight into the era of the coal-mining industry with a particular emphasis on the daily lives of the miners. In the “La Mine Wendel”
which is open to visitors, recreated
mine tunnels are used to demonstrate
the techniques and machines that were
used in France until 2004.
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World Cultural Heritage –
Site Völklinger Hütte (Old Ironworks)
The ironworks in Völklingen were closed down in 1986 and elevated to a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994; they are the world’s only authentically preserved ironworks dating back to the heyday of the iron and
steel industry. Six imposing furnaces and the unique sloping lift pierce
the skyline. In the 6,000-square-metre blower shed, where gigantic
machines which were once used to produce the wind necessary for raw
iron production still stand, events and exhibitions spanning a variety of
themes are held throughout the year.
World Cultural Heritage
Guest’s service
Weltkulturerbe Völklinger Hütte
66302 Völklingen
Tel.: +49 (0) 6898 9100-100
www.voelklinger-huette.org
Opening hours: all year daily from
10 am (during winter months, the
metallurgical park only subranges
accessibly), 24, 25 and 31 Dec.
closed
Admission: Adults 12 €, Reduced
entrance 10 €, Families 25 €
Guided tours: 80 € per group and
reduced entrance, all year on
request
Directions: Rail or 110 bus
Bus stop: Völklingen
Tourist Information Völklingen
Poststr. 1
66333 Völklingen
Tel.: +49 (0) 06898 132800
Opening hours:
Sat. 9 am – 1 pm
Thematic guided tours for groups,
on request
Musée Les Mineurs Wendel
Parc Explor Wendel
F-57540 Petite-Rosselle
Opening hours:
Tue. – Sun. 9 am– 6 pm
1st Jan., 1st May, 24, 25, 26 and 31.
Dec. closed
From mine to cultural heritage site
Landsweiler/Reden was one of the most important mines of the mining
industry in the Saarland until 1995. The area has become increasingly
popular as a cultural heritage site since 2008.
DAS ERBE – Exhibition about the
mining industry in the Saarland
The regional exhibition provides
an exciting insight into the world
of coal mining and is presented in
a modern design. A large number
of original exhibits and multimedia presentations demonstrate the
work and lives of the miners and
their families.
Am Bergwerk Reden
66578 Schiffweiler
Tel.: +49 (0) 6821 9316310
www.das-erbe-saarland.de
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Admission: 12 €/8 €
Tel.: +33 3 87 87 08 54
www.musee-les-mineurs.fr
GONDWANA – The “Praehistorium”
GONDWANA – is a new geological
attraction which is part primeval
theme park and part natural
history educational event.
Am Bergwerk Reden
Bildstockstraße
66578 Schiffweiler
OT Landsweiler-Reden
Tel.: +49 (0) 6821 9316310
www.gondwana-praehistorium.de
Direction: Rail to LandsweilerReden, then bus n° 307
Bus stop: Humboldtstraße
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Discover Villeroy & Boch
Roman Villa at Borg
Inside the splendid baroque Old Abbey, headquarters of the lifestyle
specialists Villeroy & Boch, 258 years of company history are brought to
life. The Discovery Centre with its spectacular “Keravision” and tableware exhibitions, the jubilee film presented by the late Sir Peter Ustinov
and the ceramics museum guarantee that your visit will be a memorable
one. New: the museum café in the style of the Dresden milk store – 1892.
The Roman villa in Perl-Borg shows vividly how people lived in the SaarLorLux region 2000 years ago. The reconstructed “villa rustica” gives you
an insight into the lifestyle of the privileged in society at that time. The
fine residence also houses a collection of archaeological treasures.
Alte Abtei
Saaruferstraße, 66693 Mettlach
Tel.: +49 (0) 6864 811020
www.villeroy-boch.com
Saarschleife
Opening hours:
Sat. + Sun. 9.30 am – 6 pm
Admission: 3.50 €/2 €
Directions: Rail to Mettlach
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From Mettlach it is only a few kilometres to the most well-known vantage point and picture-postcard
image of the Saarland. A small walk
leads you to the Cloef – and the
horseshoe bend in the Saar called
the Saarschleife lies at your feet.
Directions: Rail to Mettlach,
then 155, 207 bus
Bus stop: Reha Klinik Orscholz
Sarreguemines (F)
The charming town of Sarreguemines in the French Lorraine region is easily accessible from Saarbrücken by tram or boat. The six stages of the Sarreguemines ceramic trail lead you through what was formerly one of the
most important locations for producing ceramics. Alternatively, explore the
present day town centre on a historic tour as well as the new ceramic garden.
Office de Tourisme (Tourist Office)
11, rue du Maire Massing
Tel.: +33(0)3 87 98 80 81
www.sarreguemines-tourisme.com
Opening hours:
Mon. – Fri. 9.30 am – 6 pm
Sat. + Sun. 10 am – 5 pm
Oct. – Apr.: Sun. 10 am – 1 pm
Directions: S1 to Sarregemines
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66706 Perl-Borg
Im Meeswald 1
Tel.: +49 (0) 6865 91170
www.villa-borg.de
Opening hours:
Apr. – Oct.: Tue. – Sun. 10 am – 6 pm
Nov./Feb. /Mar.: Tue. – Sun.
11 am – 4 pm; Dec. + Jan. closed
Children under 6 free, Family 10 €
Directions: Rail to Merzig,
then 210 bus
Bus stop: Perl-Borg
European Culture Park Bliesbruck-Reinheim
This is the only excavation site in Europe which spans more than one
country and a prime example of Franco-German co-operation. The visitor
is able to observe the individual steps of archaeological research at close
quarters.
Robert-Schuman-Str. 2
66453 Gersheim-Reinheim
Tel.: +49 (0) 6843 900211
www.europaeischer-kulturpark.de
Opening hours:
15 March – 31 Oct.:
daily 10 am – 6 pm
Admission: 5 €/3.50 €
Children under 16 free
Directions: Saarbahn S1
to Kleinblittersdorf,
then 501 bus
Bus stop: Kulturpark
Leisure centre Bostalsee
The largest lake in the Saarland
offers a lot of space to those who
like to spend their leisure time
near, in or on water. The two large
sandy beaches are perfect for
bathing or building sand castles.
Leisure at its best: boating, surfing, sailing, playing, beach-volleyball, an indoor hall for children, fishing, hiking and cycling. The adjoining 5-star camping site offers excellent comfort in a natural environment.
Tourist Office
Am Seehafen 1
66625 Nohfelden-Bosen
Tel.: + 49 (0) 6852 9010 0
www.bostalsee.de
How to get there: Travel by train
from Saarbrücken main train station to Türkismühle, then by R11
bus (‘Seefahrer line’) to Tholey.
Bus stop: Bosen Strandbad
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Luxemburg (L)
Cross-Border Cultural Experience
Less than 100 km from Saarbrücken lies Luxembourg, “European” capital
and international finance metropolis. Numerous sights make this town a
worthwhile destination: the former bastions of the fortress city, the Grand
Duke’s palace, the cathedral, mansions built by aristocrats and patricians
and European institutions.
Four Towns – Three Countries – One Bed
Luxembourg City Tourist Office
30, Place Guillaume II
L-1648 Luxembourg
Tel.: +352 222809
Opening hours:
Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 6 pm
Sun. 10 am – 6 pm
www.lcto.lu
Daily bus connections
to Luxembourg central train station
7.15 am, 11.15 am, 3.15 pm,
7.15 pm from Saarbrücken central
train station
Price: 16 €/9 €
Tickets: Tourist Information/
Rathaus St. Johann (Town Hall)
and in the bus
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 959092-00 or -02
Metz (F)
Visitors to this beautiful historic town cannot resist the temptation to
explore the medieval buildings, former fortifications, like the Porte des
Allemands, palaces and monumental squares as well as the German
quarter. The trademark of Metz is St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its extraordinary stained glass windows which were designed by famous artists
such as Marc Chagall and the 2010 newly opened Centre Pompidou.
Office de Tourisme Metz
Cathédrale Place d’Armes
BP. 80367 – 57007 Metz
Tel.: +33(0) 3 87 5553 76
www.tourisme.mairie-metz.fr
Opening hours:
Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 7 pm
Sun. and holiday:
Apr. – Sept. 10 am – 5 pm
Oct. – Mar. 10 am – 3 pm
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Saarbrücken, Metz, Luxembourg, Trier (Treves): experience culture,
savour culinary delights, discover similarities and differences.
“So close, so different” is the slogan of the QuattroPole cross-border
city network that includes Luxembourg, Metz, Saarbrücken and Trier.
With Saarbrücken as your base, you can discover and enjoy the
cultural diversity of the whole region. Large and small events, an amazing array of cross-border projects, music events and festivals, new and
novel exhibitions, cinema and theatre – every single event a reflection of
the greater region’s unique charm.
Includes:
– 3 nights + breakfast in a hotel of your choice
– 3 course meal typical of the Saarland region
– Guided tour of Saarbrücken, Luxemburg
– Guided tour of Metz (audio guide)
– Tour of Trier on the sightseeing train “Römer-Express”
– Information pack on Trier, Metz, Saarbrücken and Luxembourg
*Price per Person in a double room from:
*Price per Person in a single room from:
Arrival: Fridays
129 €
178 €
Available from April to October
* Transfer to and from the cities not included.
Info and booking: +49 (0) 681 9380915
The Saar-Lorraine Ticket – from Saarbrücken to Metz return
Trier (Treves)
With over 2,000 years of history behind it, Trier is Germany’s oldest town
and attracts visitors from all over the world. Visit the imperial baths, the
amphitheatre, the basilica and as an undeniable highpoint the
Porta Nigra – the best preserved town gate dating back to antiquity.
Good train connections from Saarbrücken.
Tourist Information Trier
An der Porta Nigra
54290 Trier
Tel.: +49 (0) 651 97808-0
www.trier.de/tourismus
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Opening hours: Jan. – Feb.
Mon. – Sat. 10 am – 5 pm +
Sun. 10 am – 1 pm
March – Dec. Mon. – Sat.
9 am – 6 pm, Sun. 10 am – 3 pm
Directions: Rail to Trier
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Experiencing – Culture
Sightseeing Tour of Saarbrücken
This bus tour takes you to see the historic buildings in the inner city, the
Gothic collegiate church in the St. Arnual district, the university and the
Franco-German Gardens.
Appointments:
March – Oct.
Saturday 10.30 am
Duration: 2 hours
Guided tour in german
Culinary City Walking Tour
Take three different restaurants, a selected menu from the Saarland’s
progressive cuisine, add an entertaining tour guide and mix well with the
town’s sights: our culinary round-trip of Saarbrücken is ready to be
served.
Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Guided Tour of Saarbrücken
The best way to discover Saarbrücken is on foot because most of the
historic buildings are grouped together. During this guided tour, you will
get to know the Baroque Saarbrücken and a modern and vibrant state
capital.
Appointments:
Saturday 2 pm
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Ludwigskirche
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Duration: 4 hours
Information and reservation:
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9380917
Price: 45 € per person
For groups all year on request
Includes:
– Guided tour in English
– Aperitif and starter
– Main course
– Dessert and coffee
Duration: 2 hours
Leaving from:
Tourist Information Office/Rathaus
St. Johann (Town Hall)/Main
entrance
Price: 5 €/3.50 €
Audio Tour
Discover Saarbrücken at your own pace with an audioguide as your
guide. You can pause wherever you like or replay any part of the commentary that you find particularly interesting. 12 audio commentaries
guide you along the tour route while the included city map provides you
with an overview. Languages: German, English, French
Appointments:
daily except Sunday
Duration: 2 – 3 hours
Leaving from: bus stop
at the central train station
Tickets: Tourist Information
Office and in the bus
Price: 7.50 €/5 €
Price: 4 € plus a deposit for the
audioguide
Available at the Tourist Information
in the Town Hall (Rathaus)
Private tours of Saarbrücken
You can book an experienced guide for a time that suits your group.
Ludwigskirche
Guided tours for up to 30 persons
per group
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 75 € per group in English
Information and reservation:
Tel.: +49 (0)681 9380917
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Saarland Museum
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2 Moderne Galerie
One of the most important collections of German Impressionist, Expressionist and Informel art. The ongoing comprehensive modernisation and
extension measures are expected to be completed by the end of 2015.
In the meantime, the Saarland Museum will continue to present exciting
special exhibitions.
3 Old Collection
The Old Collection focuses on the landscape and still-life painting of the
16th and 17th century. Portraits of the princes of Nassau-Saarbrücken and
representatives of the steel industry in the Saarland are also on
display. The collection also places considerable emphasis on artefacts
such as coins, miniatures, silver and porcelain objects and furniture.
3 Museum in the Castle Church
The diverse history of the Castle Church, the meaning of liturgy and
faith in everyday life from the 13th to 19th century, as well as the development and purpose of sacral art.
Museum of Regional History
An exciting journey through the history of the Saarland from the Middle
Ages to the eventful 20th century. The permanent exhibition focuses on
two periods:
The recent history of the Saar from 1870
This new permanent exhibition deals with the turbulent recent history
of the Saar border region from the Franco-German War of 1870/71 to the
end of the 20th century.
The underground castle fortifications and casemates
The Saarland Regional History Museum is a wonderful opportunity to
experience 500 years of history right before your very eyes. Behold the
remains of the mediaeval castle, a 15th century shooting range, fortifications and casemates from the Renaissance, a 17th century Ballhaus (hall
for ball games) built in the castle moat and a dungeon from the 18th
century: and all of that underground, below the streets of this modern
city.
3 Museum of Prehistory and Early History
This collection of archaeological items from the beginning of the Stone
Age up to the early medieval era is accompanied by lively and informative texts, models and drawings.
Old Collection, Museum of
Prehistory and Early History,
Schlossplatz 16
66119 Saarbrücken
For all museums:
Tel.: +49 (0)681 9964-234
Opening hours:
Wed. 10 am – 8 pm
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Moderne Galerie
Bismarckstraße 11 – 15
66111 Saarbrücken
Museum in the Castle Church
Am Schlossberg 6
66119 Saarbrücken
www.saarlandmuseum.de
Admission: normal 5 €/3 €
Free admission for children and
adolescents Free admission for all
on Tuesdays from 3 pm
Castle Church: free
Schlossplatz 15
66119 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 5064501
www.historisches-museum.org
Opening hours:
Tue., Wed., Fri., Sun.
10 am – 6 pm
Thu. 10 am – 8 pm
Sat. 12 noon – 6 pm
Thu. free after 5 pm
Guided tour
„Von der Burg zum Schloss“:
Underground castle fortification and
Saarbrücken castle
Guided tour: Sat., Son. and holiday 3 pm (duration 1,5 hours),
free, plus admission: 5 €/3 €
Guided tours for groups
on demand in English or French
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Stadtgalerie
St. Johanner Markt 24
66111 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 905-1839
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The Stadtgalerie Saarbrücken is
an outstanding gallery for contemporary art with a reputation that
extends beyond the region. The
“Permanent Laboratory” has a
strong and unique commitment to
installation and experimental art
with local relevance.
Opening hours:
Tue. – Fri. 12 noon – 7 pm
Sat., Son. and holiday
11 am – 7 pm
www.stadtgalerie-saarbruecken.de
Künstlerhaus
Meeting place for the region’s artists, authors and culture enthusiasts with
exhibitions and numerous events.
Opening hours:
Admission: free
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Karlstraße 1
66111 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 372485
www.kuenstlerhaus-saar.de
Cultural Centre at the EuroBahnhof (KuBa)
The KuBa in the new quarter at the
EuroBahnhof is a place of interdisciplinary artistic exchange. The
cultural centre provides a number
of ateliers for artists and creative
minds, a programme of contemporary art and culture as well as
workshops for children and adolescents.
Quartier Eurobahnhof
Europaallee 25
66113 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 959 12-00 or -02
www.kuba-sb.de
Opening hours: Tue. – Fri.
10 am – 4 pm or
by appointment
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Saarland State Theatre
1 Main Theatre: Großes Haus
The State Theatre’s largest venue lies right on the bank of the Saar in
the city centre. The 875-seat auditorium was completely restored and
extended in 1988/89. The State Theatre stages operas, operettas, musicals, plays and ballets. In the foyer chamber concerts, introductions to
the events and audience discussions take place.
Großes Haus
Evening Box Office:
Tbilisser Platz
+49 (0) 681 3092286
Alte Feuerwache
The Alte Feuerwache is used to be the fire brigade’s gymnasium. It was
converted into a theatre in January 1982, with max. 240 seats. Primarily
plays are put on here, but ballets and concerts are sometimes staged too.
Special events include readings in the gallery, introductory events and
guest performances.
Theater Alte Feuerwache
Evening Box Office:
Landwehrplatz
+49 (0) 681 3092203
sparte4
The Saarland State Theatre’s “fourth programme” is a place as well as a
series of events, an open platform for creativity away from the mainstream. A type of laboratory in which theatre’s underlying assumptions
are questioned and deconstructed.
sparte4
Eisenbahnstr. 22, Ecke Stengelstr.
Evening Box Office:
+49 (0) 681 9590571
Advance booking
Am Schillerplatz 2
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 3092486
www.theater-saarbruecken.de
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Event Highlights
Filmfestival Max Ophüls Preis/January
For years the festival has been an important forum for the discovery of
young talents in the German-speaking film world.
www.max-ophuels-preis.de
Festival Perspectives /May
This is the only contemporary French
theatre festival in Germany and is
action-packed with drama, dance and
music on Saarbrücken’s stages and
streets.
www.festival-perspectives.de
Warndt Weekend/May or June
Take a peak at the industrial roots of the Warndt and enjoy an extensive
selection of events, nature and hospitality. www.saarmoselle.org
Sonntags ans Schloss/June – August
(Sundays at the Castle) A series of open-air concerts at Saarbrücken
Castle with international bands, “Culture for Kids”, folk, rock and chansons. www.regionalverband-saarbruecken.de
Altstadtfest Saarbrücken/July
(Festival in the old part of central Saarbrücken) Local and international
artists provide a multi-coloured repertoire of music, street theatre and
creative workshops on numerous stages on and around the St. Johanner
market square. www.saarbruecken.de
Nauwieser Street Festival/ July
For many years, the Nauwieser Quarter’s street festival has been a genuine alternative to the countless municipal festivals in this country!
What does it have that the others don’t? It’s more colourful, less mainstream and offers excellent live music! www.unserviertel.de
Rocco del Schlacko – Open Air Festival /August
A unique intimate rock festival in Püttlingen. With many famous rock,
pop and independent artists. A great treat for everybody who wants to
enjoy the music festival atmosphere and likes to party.
www.rocco-del-schlacko.de
Saar-Spektakel /1st weekend in August
Sun, sand and ... Saar. Every year over 300,000 visitors come to
Saarbrücken and are fascinated by the biggest water and water sports
happening. www.saar-spektakel.de
Vélo SaarMoselle/September
At the end of August it’s time to “cycle without frontiers along the Saar
and the Blies” again. Experience a host of fairs and cultural performances along the banks of the two rivers. www.saarmoselle.org
Gourmet-Marathon/September
Enjoyment on the run. After last year’s successful premiere, there will be
another weekend of “Running and Fine Food”. Both runners and supporters of good food will be spoilt for choice. www.gourmet-marathon.de
Jazz-Transfer /November
The jazz-transfer festival is the jazz event of the year and offers jazz
musicians from the greater Saar-Lor-Lux region and musicians from different European countries and the USA the opportunity to come together for 10 days of pure jazz. www.jazz-syndikat.de
Saarbrücker Christmas Market/End of November – Christmas
The Saarbrücken city centre is transformed into a Christmas landscape
during Advent. The absolute highlight every evening is Father Christmas
flying across St. Johanner market square and telling the story of
Rudolph the Reindeer. www.christkindlmarkt-sb.de
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Christmas Market/
1st Advent weekend
Every year on the 1st Advent
weekend about 200 miscellaneous
stalls around Saarbrücken
Castle get everyone in the
Christmas spirit.
www.saarbruecken.de
Current data see:
www.heute-in-saarbruecken.de or Tel. +49 (0) 681 959092-00
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Shopping
The Kaiserviertel quarter
The pedestrian zone has been extended to include Futterstraße and
Sulzbachstraße. This quarter is home to a large number of specialist
shops offering high-quality products and services. Fashion, everyday
necessities and restaurants – visitors will find all of this here and can
also enjoy the weekly "Futtermarkt" market that takes place on Thursdays. Worth mentioning: the Futterstraße is the first "Fair trade street"
in Germany.
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The former Saargalerie and the old Mining Head Office (Bergwerksdirektion) directly in front of the main train station have been converted
into the new EUROPA-Galerie shopping centre. By connecting the two
buildings, the architects have created space for 110 new fashion and
lifestyle retail outlets.
Shopping in the City of Saarbrücken
Shopping in Saarbrücken is always an experience!
18 Bahnhofstraße
The covered walkways in the cheerfully lively Bahnhofstraße make sure
that shopping is fun even on rainy days. Department stores and wellknown shops offer almost boundless shopping possibilities. In the sidestreets you will also find specialist shops offering a broad selection of
goods, where friendly shop assistants will be pleased to offer you
advice. Some shops are open until 8 pm – even on Saturdays.
Nauwieser Viertel
Individuals with a passion for all things second hand or looking for that
special gift must should visit the “Viertel”. The “Chinesenviertel” (Chinese quarter), as the area surrounding Nauwieser Platz is known in
Saarbrücken, is without question the most colourful neighbourhood in
the city. Here, you will find organic products and food, clothes and second hand stuff, scene pubs and cafés, art and antiques as well as vegetables from all over the world – and the Nauwieser Viertel street festival
takes place here once a year.
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The longest shopping mile in the Saarland takes you to the
St. Johanner market square with its surrounding side alleys and inner
courtyards. Here you’ll discover many small shops, galleries, exclusive
boutiques and lots and lots of shoes! A stroll across the St. Johanner
market square is a must if you really want to get to know Saarbrücken.
Friendly cafés, quaint pubs, restaurants with a touch of French flair and
terrific shops make it a perfect experience.
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Mainzer Straße Quarter
Mainzer Straße has developed into something of an insider tip in recent
years. The area offers an interesting mix of businesses: hip hairstylists,
antiques, second hand shops and Asian food. It is also the street that
has the largest number of stars in Germany. “Gästehaus Erfort” has
been awarded three Michelin stars and “Le Noir” has just received a
second. The buildings of this historic quarter date back to the second
half of the 19th century and there is a lot to discover at the heart of this
quarter and its community.
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More information: www.einkaufen.saarbruecken.de
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Nature
Parks and Gardens in Saarbrücken
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Zoological Gardens
The Saarbrücken Zoo was founded in 1932 and is beautifully situated in a
former sandstone quarry with an imposing tree population. This is an
ideal place to gather energy for everyday life. Come for a visit, relax and
enjoy the many attractive animals that have found a wonderful home
here. 1,000 animals of 160 species await you!
Our varied services include:
- Educational kids’ and youth workshops
- Birthday parties for children
- Company parties in the ape house
- Guided tours, children’s parties, holiday events and much more
Opening hours:
Daily
1st Mars – 31 October:
8.30 am – 6 pm
(entrance until 5 pm)
1st November – 29 February:
9 am – 5 pm
(entrance until 4 pm)
Seal feedings:
10 am and 3.30 pm
(except Mon. + Thu.)
Admission:
8 €/4 €
children until 4 years free
group from 10 persons
6 €/3 €
Children's birthdays
80 € plus admission fee
The zoo – up close and personal:
Guided tours for adults
Adventure tours
School classes,
kindergarten groups
Graf-Stauffenberg-Straße
66121 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9053600
www.zoo.saarbruecken.de
A guide to the zoo (Das Saarbrücker
Zoobuch) is available for € 5 at
the ticket office (in German/French
only).
Bus stop: Am Zoo
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At the zoo is always something
going on! You can find the current
children’s holiday programs:
www.zoo.saarbruecken.de
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Adventure Park Saar – high wire forest adventure
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Test your limits at the forest adventure park in Saarbrücken. The high
wire adventure with its 7 courses and 76 exercises is a very special
challenge. Exercises have to be completed and obstacles overcome at
a height of 3 to 14 metres. Covered by the treetops, the trail includes
steel wires, swings, rope bridges and timber planks (minimum age 9).
Franco-German Gardens
This circa 50-hectare park provides an ideal opportunity for the whole
family to relax and enjoy themselves. A round-trip on the narrow-gauge
railway or a cable car trip allows the visitor to get an overall impression
of the individual themed gardens, while a large network of pathways
around the Deutschmühlenweiher lake provides an ideal opportunity to
take a stroll. There is also a wide selection of cafés and restaurants
offering everything from snacks, through coffee and cake, to small
meals and three-course dinners.
Opening hours: daily
Admission: free, additional fees
apply for special events
Im Deutschmühlental
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 53437
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www.saarbruecken.de/dfg
central station, 106/107 at Saarcenter
Bus stop: DFG Süd
Staden
On sunny days this boulevard between the bridge Bismarckbrücke and
the thermal power station Römerbrücke is alive with visitors from all
walks of life and provides the perfect setting for a leisurely stroll, jogging, roller-skating, cycling or sunbathing. The ultimate meeting point for
all fresh air buffs is the beer garden Ulanenpavillon. Guests meet here to
enjoy a beer or a glass of rosé and to relax in the sun.
Beer garden Ulanenpavillon
Opening hours:
March – October 10 am – 10 pm
Castle Garden
The imposing castle gardens were
originally laid out in the Baroque
style between 1760 and 1765; their
terraces used to stretch right down
to the Saar. At the end of the 19th
century they were partly used for
building purposes. Today a smaller
yet lively garden with a lovely view
of the town still remains.
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Bürgerpark
The Bürgerpark is to be found on the site of the former coal harbour. It is
decorated with relicts from the coal and iron industry which have been
cleverly combined with contemporary elements. Remnants of train tracks
and the ruins of former buildings stand side-by-side with a chestnut grove
surrounding an amphitheatre, an “antique” water gate or a large circular
flowerbed amidst hedged walkways and shrub clusters as well as countless tree-lined walks. And all this is only a few minutes from the city centre.
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Am Rehtälchen
66123 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9385440
www.abenteuerpark-saar.de
Season opens: March – October
Opening hours:
Fri. 2.30 pm – 6.30 pm, Sat., Sun.
and during the school holidays in
the Saarland: 10 am – 6.30 pm
Price: 24 €/19 €
Bus stop: Wildpark
Wildpark Saarbrücken
The park is home to about 150 European wild and domestic animals.
The wildlife park can be explored on circular trails and a geology trail
that start at the children's playground beside the pavilion. Suitable
animal feed can be purchased from the vending machine.
Opening hours: daily
Admission: free
Meerwiesertalweg
www.saarbruecken.de
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 389930
Directions: 101 bus, 109 bus from
townhall, 102 bus, 124 bus from
central station
Bus stop: Landessportschule
University of the Saarland Botanic Gardens
The 2.5 hectare gardens are used for scientific research, cultivating
plants and for sheer enjoyment. The open park-like space has shrubs
and trees from every part of the world. There are tropical and sub-tropical
plants growing in the greenhouses; with the emphasis on herbs, spices,
edible, medicinal and ornamental plants. Over 2000 plant types are
growing in the gardens.
Opening hours:
mid April – mid October
Garden: daily 10 am – 8 pm
Glasshouses:
Mon. – Thu. 10 am – 3.30 pm
Sun. 1 pm – 5 pm
Mid October – mid April
Garden: daily 10 am – 6 pm
Glasshouses: Mon. – Thu.
10 am – 3.30 pm
Im Stadtwald
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 302-2864
www.uni-saarland.de
Admission: free
Price: 40 €/30 € per group
Directions: 101 bus, 109 bus from
townhall, 102 bus, 124 bus from
central station
Bus stop: Uni, Botanischer Garten
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Hiking
Premium hiking routes
close to the city
Premium stands for the most
pleasurable hiking experience:
route diversity, unpaved tracks
and excellent signposting. Three
new circular routes in the
Saarbrücken region have been
awarded the German “certified
premium route” hiking award,
bringing the total number in the
Saarland to 60.
More information:
Tip
Saarbrücker Felsenwege
The Felsenwege way in the St. Arnual district with its wild and romantic
rock formations and varied plant life is the most interesting hiking trail
in Saarbrücken’s forests. Forestry was abandoned decades ago and as a
result the forest vegetation has returned to its primeval state.
Duration of walk: 1 – 2 h
Start/Finish: parking place
Saargemündter Str.
(opposite pre-casting factory)
Wilhelm-Heinrich-Brücke
Bus stop: Hartmannsau
The “jungle at the gates of the town”
The Blies border trail
Distances: 15.6 km
Start/Finish: Waldparkplatz
in Sitterswald (L 106)
Directions: Saarbahn S1 to Kleinblittersdorf, then 501 bus
Bus stop: Nauwieserstraße
The Frohn forest trail
Distances: 10 km
Start/Finish: Riegelsberg,
ending Waldstraße
Directions: Saarbahn S1 to
Riegelsberg
Bus stop: Riegelsberg Süd
The Warndt forest trail
Distances: 15 km
Start/Finish: car park
Jagdschloss
Directions: Rail to Völklingen,
then 167 bus
Bus stop: Forsthaus Karlsbrunn
Ensheimer Brunnenweg
Distances: 10 km
Start/Finish: “Ensheimer
Gelösch” car park for hikers in
Wogbachtal, Saarbrücken-Ensheim,
at the end of Waldstraße
Directions: R 10 bus,
from central station
Bus stop:
Saarbrücken-Ensheim Flughafen
The “jungle at the gates of the town” is a unique attraction. Over 1,000
hectares of forestland have been allowed to go as wild as nature intended them. A primeval forest, full of adventure with a fairy-tale quality. It is
an extraordinary place where visitors and hikers can experience nature.
In the centre you will find the Scheune Neuhaus barn, meeting place and
venue for a variety of events concerning forests and nature.
Scheune Neuhaus –
Forest Culture Centre
66115 Saarbrücken
Opening hours: only for events
Following the St. Jacob’s pilgrims’ trail
Now you can pilgrim or simply go
for a walk on St. Jacob’s trail from
Hornbach in the Saarland to
Metz, France.
There are two 130-km-long routes
running through the distinctive
cultural landscape of the Saarland and Lorraine. You can choose between the northern and southern
routes when you walk from Hornbach to Lorraine. The northern route
takes in Blieskastel and Saarbrücken, and the southern route runs
through the Bliesgau via Sarreguemines to the Herapel, where the two
routes join up again.
www.rvsbr.de
38 Hiking
Tel.: +49 (0) 6806 102419
www.saar-urwald.de
Directions: Saarbahn S1
Bus stop: Heinrichshaus
www.sternenweg.net
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eVelo Saarland
Cycling
Cycling is an important subject in the Saarland and the Saarbrücken
region. The 350-km circular Saarland trail and the new cross-border
Velo visavis circular trail with its loops cater for every type of cyclist.
Below are four selected tours that are perfect for a one-day tour that
starts in Saarbrücken.
Saar-Köllertal tour
All-day tour through the Köllertal
valley that takes you across open
elevated terrain with a beautiful
view of the town of Saarlouis, and
along the Saar back to Völklingen.
Start/Finish: Völklingen, Wehrden
Distance: 58 km
Elevation gain: 190 m
Medium difficulty
Warndt tour
Day tour through the Warndt:
diverse scenic route with a
sensational view of the giant
Freyming-Merlebach mine.
Start/Finish: Völklingen, Wehrden
Distance: 41 km
Medium difficulty
Get on your bike and go; even the
more difficult sections are no
longer a problem. The silent electric motor supports your muscular
strength by as much as 150 %!
Regardless of physical fitness, you
can take a tour with the whole
family and reach your destination
together – you don’t even need a
driving licence. A network of bicycle hire stations, battery exchange facilities and transport services that
is unique in Germany guarantees an optimal supply of e-bikes everywhere
in the Saarland. A folding map with tour suggestions, hire stations and
useful information is available for free from Tourist Information in the
Town Hall (available in German and French only).
Rental stations for e-bikes
Tolle-Räder
Fahrradfachhandel
Vorstadtstr. 45 · 66117 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 52676
www.tolle-räder.de
by.schulz GmbH
bikes & ebikes
Vorstadtstr. 53 · 66117 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9255252
www.bikes-ebikes.de
e-mobi
Competence Centre for Electric
Mobility; Cars – scooters – bikes
Europaallee 20
66113 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 96 77 08 95
www.e-mobi.eu
Fahrrad-Miet-Station
Am Weltkulturerbe
Rathausstraße 75-79
66333 Völklingen
Tel.: +49 (0)6898 9100 191
www.voelklinger-huette.org
Sarreguemines tour
Easy half-day tour with fantastic
views of France. Experience the
French charm of the small town of
Sarreguemines in Lorraine; return
along the banks of the Saar.
Start/Finish: Saarbrücken
Distance: 47 km
Medium difficulty
Saarbrücken Radler-Runde (Saarbrücken cycling tour)
Relaxed cycling tour along
the Saar; an easy half-day tour
through a green landscape to the
Tabaksweiher pond taking in a
number of parks. Beer gardens
offer the opportunity to relax and
enjoy a refreshing “Radler”
40 Cycling
(beer shandy). Also suitable for
evening tours.
Start/Finish: Hbf Saarbrücken
Distance: 13 km
Rating easy
Velo visavis – a Franco-German cycling route
A cycling experience without borders in the true sense of the
word. The 260-km Velo visavis route covers the border region
of the Saarland and Lorraine with relaxing stretches along the
river valley as well as demanding climbs. During your tour,
you will have many opportunities to take in the impressive
sights, visit vibrant towns and enjoy culinary delights. The
route is mostly traffic-free and very well signposted. Different
tours are available: a 7-day cycling round trip or a weekend
trip on selected loops of the Velo visavis route network.
The cycling map and the Velo visavis – a Franco-German cycling tour
flyer – are available free of charge from Tourist Information in Saarbrücken (in German and French only).
41
Leisure and sport
Osthafen (East Docks)
This is the Saar Motorboat Club’s jetty (Saar-km 90.13 rb). Floating jetty
complex with guest moorings for boats of up to 15 metres length. Water
and electricity connections available as well as a floating club house
with on-board WC and showers.
Saarbrücker Osthafen
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 3904344
Swimming Pools and Spas
Saarbrücken
Please contact the individual Establishments for
exact opening times.
On the Saar
Boat Trip
The Saarbrücker Personenschiffahrt offers roundtrips and various
excursions to France.
Saarbrücker Personenschiffahrt,
Günter Emmer GmbH
Berliner Promenade 21,
66111 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 34084
www.saarbrueckerpersonenschiffahrt.de
Appointments:
April – September
Mooring:
at the Alte Brücke (Old Bridge)
Boat Rental
Rental of motorboats and houseboats
S.A.L.T. Yacht GmbH
Bismarckstr. 57
66121 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 967070
www.saltyacht.com
daily 9 am – 10 pm
Big Island
Big Island – fun on the beach right in the heart of Saarbrücken. A fine
sandy beach, shady palm trees, cool cocktails, the chance to chill out on a
sun lounger: Enjoy these holiday pleasures for free. Beach, sun loungers
and umbrellas won’t set you back a penny – and neither will the sun.
Big Island
Next to the Bismarckbrücke
(Bismarck Bridge) on the banks
of the river Saar
Opening hours:
May – October daily 11 am –
open-ended, weather permitting
www.saarstrand.de
42 Leisure and sport/Swimming Pools and Spas
Calypso Waterpark
Deutschmühlental 7
66117 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 5881770
www.erlebnisbad-calypso.de
Admission: from 8 €/4.50 €
Dudweiler Lido
St. Ingberter-Str. 141
66125 Saarbrücken-Dudweiler
Tel.: +49 (0) 6897 972383
Admission: 3.50 €/1.50 €
Schwarzenberg Lido
Am Schwarzenbergbad
66123 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 389970
Admission: 3.50 €/1.50 €
Fechinger Lido
Indoor Swimming and Lido
Provinzialstr. 186
66130 Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 6893 3339
Admission: 3.50 €/1.50 €
Dudobad Indoor Swimming Pool
St. Avolder-Str.
66125 Saarbrücken-Dudweiler
Tel.: +49 (0) 6897 762364
www.dudobad.de
Admission: 3.50 €/1.50 €
Alsbachbad Altenkessel
Indoor Swimming – Pool and Lido
Am Schwimmbad 2
66126 Saarbrücken-Altenkessel
Tel.: +49 (0) 6898 984170
Admission: 3.50 €/1.50 €
Saarland Therme
Zum Bergwald 1
66271 Kleinblittersdorf
Tel.: +49 (0)6805 60000-0
www.saarland-therme.de
Opening hours:
daily 9 am – 12 midnight
Fri. + Sat. 1 am
Admission:
2 hours*
14.50 €
4 hours*
19.50 €
Day ticket*
24.50 €
* Sat./Sun./Holiday + 2.50 €
Directions:
Bus R14 from Kleinblittersdorf
Bus stop: Hanweiler Therme
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Culinary
Traditional dishes of the Saarland
“Food first!” For us good food and drink are the spice of
life and a feast for the senses. It is not without reason
that the saarland’s cuisine luxuriates beneath a shower
of stars.
Five stars in Saarbrücken’s culinary sky
Saarbrücken has two of the most outstanding restaurants in the whole
of Germany. Gourmets will find 5 Michelin stars within 500 metres in
Mainzer Straße: the three-star GästeHaus Klaus Erfort and the two-star
restaurant Le Noir run by Jens Jakob. The two talented chefs and their
teams have managed to secure five of the coveted stars between them
in a relatively short number of years.
The cuisine of the Saarland is very hearty and mainly revolves around
the potato. “Dibbelabbes”, “Hoorische” and “Lyoner” are some of the
specialities that you will find on many menus. Here is a brief guide for
your next restaurant visit:
Dibbelabbes: Potato hash prepared from raw grated potato and fried
with bacon and leeks; usually served with apple sauce or salad.
Gefillde: Potato dumplings filled with minced meat and/or liver sausage. The dumplings are usually served with a creamy bacon sauce and
sauerkraut.
Hoorische: Long dumplings made from raw potato, usually served as a
side dish.
Geheiratete or Verheiratete: Dumplings made of flour served with
potatoes. The dumplings and boiled potatoes are mixed with fried
bacon or onions and are usually served with apple sauce or salad.
Lyoner: A ring of sausage that can be prepared in several different
ways: grilled, fried in a specially developed “Lyoner pan”, added to
a hearty potato soup, diced and fried in the pan etc.
Would you like to find out more about the traditional dishes
of the Saarland?
Cookery books about the traditional cuisine of the Saarland are available
from Tourist Information and from the online shop.
www.gaestehaus-erfort.de
www.lenoir-restaurant.de
Light and delicious cuisine for gourmets
The Saarland also offers a number of regional culinary delights with
a French influence for customers who enjoy simple and good food.
There is a varied gastronomical scene with various international and
small exotic restaurants. This is why Saarbrücken – with regard to culinary experiences also – is always worth visiting.
44 Star chef/Traditional dishes of the Saarland
From rustic to haute cuisine: Saarbrücken has the right restaurant for
every palate. For a selection of restaurants offering local and
international dishes, please visit: www.geniessen.saarbruecken.de
45
Partying – the night away
Casino
French and American Roulette,
Black Jack, Poker, Quikker, modern
gambling machine, Bar, Bistro,
Banquet hall Bel étage
Spielbank Saarbrücken
Im Deutschmühlental
Am Deutsch-Französischen Garten
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 927260
Opening hours:
daily 11 pm – 4 am
Admission: 1.50 €
www.saarland-spielbanken.de
Gay & Lesbian
History – Restaurant/Pub
Obertorstr. 10, Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 3908582
Opening hours:
Tue. – Sun. 3 pm – 1 am
Big Ben
Privat Gay Club Discotheque
Förster Str. 17, Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 35855
Opening hours:
from 6.30 pm
Cafe, bar and live music
Kulturbistro Malzeit –
Kunstwerk Saarbrücken
Scheidter Str. 1
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9380198
Café Leonardo
Kappenstr. 1, St. Johann
Tel.: +49 (0) 6 81 3908505
Baker Street –
Criminal Tearoom & Pub
Mainzer Straße 8
Tel.: +49 (0) 6 81 95812454
Bistro with cultural programme
Live stage and beer garden
Young international cuisine
Opening hours:
Mon. – Fri.
from 11 am
Sat.
from 6 pm
Sun.
from 10 am
Event program under
www.kwsb.de
Bistro and wine bar restaurant
Live music every 2nd Monday
7 – 8.30 pm, large selection of
open wines, small dishes
and delicious rissoles
Opening hours:
Mon.
11 am – 12 pm
Tue. – Sat.
10 am – 12 pm
Sun.
3 – 8 pm
www.leonardo-saarbruecken.de
Café Bar with Victorian flair
Separate colonial style room with
exhibits from the former Adventure museum. Small selection of
dishes including stews, curries,
scones and cake.
Events: Readings, public screening of the “Tatort” TV crime series,
whisky tasting
Opening hours:
daily 10 am – open-end
www.bakerstreetsb.de
46 Casino/cafe, bars, music/Gay & Lesbian
Madame – Bar/Pub/Bistro
A popular gay bar and one of the
most beautiful bohemian bars &
night clubs in Saarbrücken.
Mainzer Str. 4, Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 32963
Opening hours:
daily 9 pm – 3 am
Boots
Gays only – Bar/Pub
Mainzer Str. 53, Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0)681 61495
Opening hours:
daily 10 pm – 5 am
AIDS-Hilfe-Saar e.V.
Nauwieser Str. 19, Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 31112
Opening hours: Mon. + Tue. + Thu.
8 am – 12 noon + 1 pm – 4 pm,
Wed. 1 pm – 6 pm
Fri. 8 am – 12 pm
Christopher Street Day*
About 30 colourful groups join
the procession on foot or in floats
turning the town into one big party.
www.lsvd-saar.de
Gay nights in the Garage
Disco party for gays,
lesbians and friends
Bleichstraße 11, Saarbrücken
every 2nd Saturday of the month
starting at 10 pm
XL sauna & lounge
Brebacher Landstraße 15,
Saarbrücken
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 9581683
Opening hours:
Sun. – Thu. 12 noon – 12 midnight,
Fri. 12 noon – 4 am
Sat. 12 noon – 6 am
* Current data see:
www.heute-in-saarbruecken.de or Tel. +49 (0) 681 938090
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Getting here and Transport
Bus connections
Source : TZS
The Saarland is closer than you might think …
Messe, Calypso, DFG ..... Bus 126 at Wilhelm-Heinrich-Brücke to
Messegelände or DFG Nord
DFG Süd, Ehrental ......... Bus 123 at central station or 106, 107 at
Saarcenter to DFG Süd
Saarlandhalle ................ Bus 105, 125 at central station to Sittersweg
Stiftskirche .................... Bus 126 at Wilhelm-Heinrich-Brücke to
St. Arnual Markt
Saarterrassen ................ Bus 102, 108 at central station or 129 at
Saarcenter to Westpark or Hochstr.
Saarbasar/Zoo .............. Bus 105 at central station or 107 at Rathaus to
Am Zoo
Universität/ .................... Bus 101, 102, 109, 111 at Rathaus or 102,
Sportschule/Wildpark ... 112, 124 at central station to Landessportschule or Universität
Youth hostel .................. Bus 101, 150 at Rathaus, 112, 124 at central
station to Prinzenweiher/DJH
An extensive motorway network as well as the international airports
Saarbrücken, Luxembourg and Metz ensure excellent transport links.
Timetables, information and tickets for all public transport services in the
Saarland can be obtained at:
Saarbrücken Airport
Saar VV
Information about timetable:
Tel.: +49 (0)6898 5004000 (daily)
or www.saarvv.de
Saarbrücken-Ensheim airport is circa 15 km from the city centre. Transfer:
from Saarbrücken central train station by bus (R 10), or go the whole way
by taxi (about 25 €).
Flughafen Saarbrücken
Betriebsgesellschaft mbH
Balthasar-Goldstein-Straße
66131 Saarbrücken-Ensheim
SaarBahn GmbH
Customer Services Office
Dudweilerstraße 7
Timetable inquiries:
Tel.: +49 (0)681 5003-324 or -377
www.saarbahn.de
Tel.: +49 (0)6893 83-272
www.flughafen-saarbruecken.de
Imprint
Train
Published by:
Saarbrücken is connected to the Deutsche Bahn (German Railways) ICE
and IC/EC network. To Paris in only 110 minutes 5 times a day, faster to
Frankfurt.
Deutsche Bahn
DB Regio AG, Region Südwest
Am Hauptbahnhof 4
66111 Saarbrücken
www.bahn.de
Inquiries:
Regional connections
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 3083484
Kongress- und Touristik Service
Region Saarbrücken GmbH
Editorial staff/texts: Ursula von Steht, Andreas Berrang
This guide has been put together with due care and attention using information
provided by the individuals responsible on the ground. However, we cannot accept
responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information given.
Translation:
Design:
Photographs:
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photography, Peter Michael Lupp, Markus Lutz, Willi Meiser,
MEV, Manuela Meyer, Hans Dieter Morsche, Photodisc,
istockphoto, Stiftung Saarländischer Kulturbesitz,
agl Weltkulturerbe Völklinger Hütte – Franz Mörscher,
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January 2014 – subject to alterations
Taxi Switchboards in Saarbrücken
Saarbrücker Funk-Taxi-Zentrale
Ursulinenstr. 42
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 33033
Saarbrücker
Taxigenossenschaft e.G.
Hafenstr. 6
Tel.: +49 (0)681 55000
Edition:
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Special services offered
We are here for you
If you should have any questions regarding your stay, please do
not hesitate to contact us.
E V E RY B O DY
W I N S!
Our service at a glance:
쐌 Advice in person and by telephone
쐌 Hotel room reservation
쐌 Cut-price hotel deals and all-inclusive offers
쐌 Tour and round trip booking
쐌 Tour guide services
쐌 Organisation of group travel
쐌 Advance booking of event tickets
쐌 A wide selection of souvenirs
What we can do for you?
Borrow an umbrella!
You have been caught in the rain – no problem. You can borrow an umbrella free of charge (5 € deposit).
Borrow a buggy!
We provide a buggy for your child free of charge (passport or driving
license required).
Your own personal Saarbrücken tour guide
Book your own personal tour guide who will guide you through the city for
2 hours (fee: 75 € in English). Telephone bookings only, see page 23.
Discover Saarbrücken at your own pace with an audioguide. You can
pause wherever you like or replay any part of the commentary that you
find particularly interesting. 12 audio commentaries guide and a city map.
Languages: German, English, French
Duration: 2 – 3 hours / Price: 4 € (audioguide, deposit required)
Internet-Shop
The whole range can be ordered from our online shop at:
Tourist Information Office for the Saarbrücken Region
Rathaus St. Johann (Town Hall)/Main entrance
Tel.: +49 (0) 681 959092-00 or -02
Fax: +49 (0) 681 959092-01
Opening hours
Mon. – Fri.: 9 am – 6 pm
Sat.:
10 am – 4.30 pm
50 Special services offered
The Saarland Casinos are dedicated
to a responsible conduct of the
game as well as the players. A true
beneﬁt for social service providers,
athletic clubs, urban culture and the
environment.
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