Saarbrücken's three prettiest squares are Schlossplatz, Ludwigsplatz and St. Johanner Markt surrounded by the narrow lanes of the old town. The palace, with its avant-garde centrepiece, is a blend of baroque and modern styles and a lively venue for cultural events. Every Sunday in summer open-air concerts are held in the palace garden. Ludwigskirche church is considered to be one of the most beautiful Protestant baroque churches in Germany.St. Johanner Markt square
St. Johanner Markt, with its bars, bistros and restaurants, is the showpiece of Saarbrücken. As soon as the sun comes out people meet here for a cappuccino, a glass of red wine or a beer fresh from the barrel.Palace
Saarbrücken Palace with its avant-garde centrepiece is an unusual blend of baroque and modern styles and has become a vibrant cultural venue. In summer open-air concerts are staged in the palace garden, attracting rock, pop and blues fans. The palace walls provide the best view of Saarbrücken.Ludwigsplatz square and Ludwigskirche church
Ludwigskirche church, a typical example of the town's place royale architecture, was reconstructed after the Second World War and is regarded as one of the purest examples of the style and one of the loveliest Protestant baroque churches in Germany. Together with Ludwigsplatz square, with its grand aristocratic residences and local officials' houses, it constitutes a remarkable baroque ensemble and the masterpiece of Stengel, the royal architect.