Deutsch-Französischer Garten, German-French Garden in Saarbrücken, Germany
Description
The Deutsch-Französischer Garten is a 50-hectare park with terraced sections, flower valleys, and an extensive rose garden spread across its grounds. A lake known as the German Mill anchors the layout and provides a focal point for visitors walking through the space.
History
The garden was inaugurated in 1960 by West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer and French Prime Minister Michel Debré as a symbol of reconciliation. This opening took place following the 1955 Saar referendum, which settled the region's political future.
Culture
The garden hosts the concert series Die Muschel Rockt starting in May, where local bands perform rock, pop, and electronic music in the open air. Visitors can sit on the lawn and enjoy live performances throughout the summer season.
Practical
The garden is open 24 hours daily and features wheelchair-accessible paths throughout its grounds. Facilities and areas designed specifically for children and families are available for visitors to enjoy.
Did you know?
The grounds contain a memorial cemetery with graves of Saarbrücken residents and soldiers from the Franco-German War of 1870-1871. This quiet corner tells of the suffering from that period and often goes unnoticed by casual visitors.
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