Best backpacking trails in Biosphärenreservat Bliesgau

Idyllic circular trail near Gersheim in Saarland. This long hiking trail offers both unique nature and insights into the cultural history of the Bliesgau region. The trail leads past the historic Mimbach mill and the baroque Christuskirche church. The Ottilienquelle spring near the Kirchheimer Höfe was once a small place of pilgrimage for the fulfilment of wishes. The Duppstein in the centre of Walsheim is an interesting limestone deposit and the historic brewery cellar is a reminder of the...

Varied cycle tour in Saarland and France (DE/FRA). This route, which starts at Saarbrücken main station, explores south-east Saarland and even crosses the French border. The route can also be cycled in several daily stages. There are refreshment stops in Saarbrücken. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Saarbrücken Castle - Saar Historical Museum - Clock museum - Taubental nature reserve - St Ingbert

5th section of the Saarland Cycle Route from Homburg to Saarbrücken in Saarland The day's stage starts in Homburg and then heads in a south-westerly direction along the German-French border to Saarbrücken. The route markings show the outline of the Saarland and are labelled "Saarland-Rundweg". Highlights: - Visit to Saarbrücken Zoo - Visit the Völklingen Ironworks UNESCO World Heritage Site - Visit the Schwarzenacker Roman Museum and Roman settlement