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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

Alte Brücke (Old Bridge)

The Alte Brücke (Old Bridge) was erected by Charles V in 1546 and is one of the city's oldest constructions » continue
Basilica St. Johann

It has been painstakingly renovated and is now a perfect example of 18th century baroque beauty » continue
Bergwerksdirektion (Mining Headquarters)

The administration office of the Saarbergwerke (Saar Mining Company), formerly the "Royal Prussian Mining Headquarters" » continue
Castle Wall

The castle wall provides a beautiful panoramic view of the city » continue
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 » continue
Fröschengasse

The former craftsmen's and workers' houses were once partly built on to the old town wall » continue
Invisible Memorial Square

The invisible memorial square was devised by students from the local Art Academy » continue
Johanneskirche (St. John’s Church)

The Neo-Gothic Johanneskirche has recently become a meeting point for demonstrations and peace services » continue
Ludwigskirche (Ludwig’s Church)

The Ludwigskirche, the most prominent example of a "place royal" architecture, is the tireless architect Stengel's masterpiece » continue
Rathaus St. Johann (Town Hall)

The neo-Gothic city hall is dominated by the 180 ft / 54 m tower, from which the carillon sounds daily at 3:15 pm and 7:19 pm » continue
Saarbrücken Castle

The existence of Saarbrücken was first documented in 999 under the name "Castellum Sarabrucca" » continue
Saarkran (Saar Crane)

First constructed in 1761 by the Crane Association according to plans by Stengel » continue
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 » continue
Schlossplatz (Castle Square) - The Baroque Ensemble

The Baroque ensemble enclosing the Schlossplatz (Castle Square) also bears Stengel's trademark » continue
Stiftskirche St. Arnual

"The urban village" St. Arnual is one of the oldest parts of Saarbrücken » continue
St. Johanner Markt (St. Johanner Market Square)

The St. Johanner Markt with its boutiques, bars, bistros and restaurants is the essence of Saarbrücken life » continue
Thermal Power Station Römerbrücke

The construction has received numerous architectural awards » continue