Start exploring the city from visiting St. Yohanner Markt square. Here you will find most popular cafes and restaurants; every morning thousands of local people gather on the square to enjoy a cup of morning coffee in one of the outdoor terraces. One of the main attractions of the city, Palace Schloss, is also located here. This magnificent building features a unique combination of modern and baroque styles. Luxury rooms of the palace are often used to host all kinds of cultural activities. The palace is surrounded by a spacious park. If you relax in the city during summer, you will be able to visit one of the concerts held in the park under the open sky. You will also find a large viewing platform in the distant wing of the palace, which features stunning views of the city and its suburbs.
Ludwigsplatz Square is another remarkable place for tourists. The main decoration of this square is Ludwigskirhe Church. This is one of the most beautiful buildings made in best traditions of the baroque style. Visiting museums and exhibition centers will help you to diversify your program of rest. Tourists can get acquainted with the history of this region by attending Historical Museum of Saar Region. Here are exhibited the collections of archaeological findings that will tell you about most important events in the history of the city. Museum of Primitive Human History provides visitors with a unique collection of ornaments and jewelry, glassware, coins, pottery and bronze, as well as tools and wall carvings. Saarlouis town, which is located ten kilometers away from Saarbrucken, will become a true discovery for lovers of old buildings and stories about past centuries.
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