Part of the fortress at Saarlouis on a very hot day!
I knew nothing of this area before my visit, and had no idea that the town itself has changed nationality six times during its history, French to German and back! In 1957 the inhabitants held a referendum to decide once and for all who they wanted to be, and decided to be part of Germany.
Saarlouis - Wikipedia
Saarlouis (German pronunciation: [zaːɐ̯ˈlʊɪ]; French: Sarrelouis, French pronunciation: ) is a city in the Saarland, Germany.
The group in the square in front of Saarbrücken Schloss.
Saarbrücken Castle - Wikipedia
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The information board about the Schloss, which shows a painting of its appearance in the 18th century.
The old part of the town of Ottweiler.
Ottweiler - Wikipedia
Ottweiler is a municipality, former seat of the district of Neunkirchen, in Saarland, Germany. It is situated on the river Blies.
Half timbered houses in Ottweiler.
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