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Standing at 74 meters, this Neo-Gothic protestant church boasts the tallest church tower in the Saarland and serves as a major architectural landmark. Completed in 1898, it is a key venue for cultural events and organ concerts in the heart of St. Johann.
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Town Hall
The Neo-Gothic town hall, designed by Georg J. von Hauberrisser, features a stunning 54-meter tower and an ornate facade depicting historical professions. Be sure to catch the carillon (Glockenspiel) daily at 15:15 and 19:19 (sic!)
This Baroque church, built between 1754 and 1758 by Friedrich Joachim Stengel, was elevated to a basilica minor by the Pope in 1975. It is renowned for its magnificent organ, its ornate bronze portal by Ernst Alt, and its beautifully restored re-barockized interior.
St. Johanner Market Square
A pedestrianized square with bars, restaurants and frequent markets (see below).
An annual film festival held in January, focusing on emerging talent from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It features a diverse program of feature films, documentaries, and short films across various cinemas in Saarbrücken.
A major Franco-German festival for performing arts held annually in summer. It presents a wide range of theater, dance, circus, and performance art at various venues in Saarbrücken and beyond.
An annual jazz festival featuring international stars and newcomers. While the main event takes place at the E-Werk in Saarbrücken in late June, the festival hosts various concerts and events across the region throughout the year.