Saarlouis

Saarlouis is an administrative district in Saarland that stretches along the Saar River and comprises several municipalities. The region combines urban and rural areas with schools, businesses, and local services serving its communities.

The area was shaped during periods of French control and took its name from the fortress of Saarlouis built in the 17th century. After World War Two, it was reintegrated into the German administrative system and later became the modern district.

The district coat of arms combines black and white checks representing the Hohenzollern dynasty with the traditional emblem of Lorraine and a star for the fortress.

The region is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with accommodations and restaurants available in the larger towns. It is helpful to rent a vehicle for exploring the different municipalities, as distances between locations are considerable.

A major inland port near Roden supplies the region with transportation for goods and materials along the Saar River. This port plays an important role in the local economy's logistical networks and connects the region to distant markets.

Location: Saarland

Capital city: Saarlouis

Elevation above the sea: 209 m

Shares border with: Regionalverband Saarbrücken, Neunkirchen, St. Wendel, Merzig-Wadern

Website: https://kreis-saarlouis.de

GPS coordinates: 49.33000,6.75000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:10