Cities Charmingly combining history with a modern flair, Saarland’s towns and cities invite you to go on leisurely explorations, including sightseeing, shopping and much more. © Kevin Ehm Saarbrücken Saarbrücken is a city of many faces. World War II and the architecture of the 1950s and 1960s left their marks. Nowadays, it’s a brittle beauty, full of charm and with lots of heart and character. © Yannik Planta Saarlouis Charming Saarlouis is the region’s “secret capital” and has a special place in the heart of the locals. © Yannik Planta Merzig Merzig is one of the most intriguing cities in the region where you can find both a beautiful “Garden of the Senses” as well as a wolf enclosure … © Eike Dubois St. Wendel Explore this cosy small town in north-eastern Saarland, named after the saint St. Wendelin, and learn all about a charming aristocratic lady who is closely related to the House of Windsor! © Yannik Planta Neunkirchen/Saar Hard to believe nowadays that only 30 years ago, there was still a steel mill right in the centre of town, providing work for thousands of people. © Yannik Planta Mettlach In Mettlach, visitors can enjoy idyllic moments by the river Saar as well as dive into the world of one of Europe’s oldest brands: Ceramics producer Villeroy & Boch was founded in the local Old Abbey in 1748 and provides fascinating insights into the art of tableware and much more. Homburg The region’s economic and science centre with lots of things to see and do. © Haßdenteufel/Stadt St. Ingbert St. Ingbert A town surrounded by nature with a variety of arts and culture offers. © Alexander M. Gross Ottweiler Explore this charming small town with its beautiful gardens and historic buildings, including delightful Baroque structures. © Yannik Planta Blieskastel Known for its Baroque old town, Blieskastel invites visitors to enjoy its charm at a leisurely pace. © Yannik Planta Wadern On the fringes of the Schwarzwälder Hochwald forest, Wadern is the perfect base for hiking, cycling and enjoying the region’s nature.