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Best Things to See in Saarland

Best of Saarland

From the UNESCO-listed Völklinger Hütte ironworks to Roman villas, Celtic ramparts and hilltop castles, the essential sights of Germany's smallest area state.

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Völklingen Ironworks

This former blast-furnace complex in Völklingen is an industrial heritage museum and science center showcasing Germany's historic iron production.
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Ludwigskirche

Located in Old Saarbrücken, this Lutheran house of worship is a notable example of Baroque architecture.
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Römische Villa Borg

Museum
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European Museum Schengen

Located in Schengen, this museum features a permanent exhibition dedicated to the history of the Schengen Agreement.
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Hillfort of Otzenhausen

This ancient archaeological fortification stands as one of the largest hill forts ever constructed by the Celts.
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Basilica of St. John the Baptist, Saarbrücken

Set on the market square of St. Johann, this Catholic basilica features classic Baroque architecture.
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Gondwana – Das Praehistorium

This prehistoric-themed natural history museum and adventure park focuses on primeval times and the history of evolution.
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Wolfspark Werner Freund

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Burg Kerpen

Situated in the valley of the Ill River in Illingen, this regional heritage site features the surviving ruins of a historic castle.
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Tagesanlage Grube Göttelborn

Located along the Boulevard der Industriekultur, this historic industrial facility preserves one of Saarland's major former hard coal mines.
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Neunkircher Zoo

Covering the largest area among Saarland's zoos, this animal park is also the oldest zoological garden in the state.
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Schwarzenbergturm

Rising above the Schwarzenberg hill in Saarbrücken, this observation tower offers panoramic views over the surrounding area.
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Galgenbergturm

This observation tower serves as a scenic viewpoint and the defining architectural symbol of Spiesen-Elversberg.
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Jagdschloß Karlsbrunn

Heritage Site
Völklingen Ironworks
Drive
Ludwigskirche
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Römische Villa Borg

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