Podcast Tour Saarbrücken The Lost Nation of Europe

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Duration2h 12m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the forgotten decade, when Saarbrücken was the melting pot of a radical geopolitical experiment. Between the ashes of the Second World War and the birth of the European Union, the Saarland was a quasi-independent state, torn between French ambitions, German identity, and the utopian dream of becoming the first truly "European" territory. Accompanied by historian Max and local Lucia, you decipher modernist messages, stand in squares where fierce referendums were held, and discover how a failed nation-state accidentally laid the foundation for modern Europe.

- 5.3 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 132 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and power, protest & public space
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • Point-to-point navigation between stops

What to expect

  1. 10m
    A striking modernist building that served as the French embassy and symbolizes France's diplomatic reach into the post-war Saarland.
  2. Landtag des Saarlandes
    10m
    The seat of the autonomous Saarland parliament, where local politicians mastered the delicate balancing act between French demands and local wishes.
  3. St. Johanner Markt
    10m
    The bustling city square that became the epicenter of passionate and sometimes violent rallies during the 1955 referendum.
  4. 10m
    A historic hall that served as the central polling place for the decisive Saar vote in 1935 and later as home to Radio Saarbrücken.
  5. 10m
    A square dedicated to 'Joho', the idealistic prime minister who fought for the failed dream of a Europeanized Saarland.
  6. Europa Galerie
    10m
    Originally the headquarters of the Saarland Mining Directorate, this building represents the coal wealth that drove the conflict and ultimately ignited the European Union.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Saarbrücken main station with local public transport towards Pingusson-Bau. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the Pingusson building, Hohenzollernstraße 60, Saarbrücken. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

End point

Walk from the EUROPA Gallery to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Saarbrücken main station. The starting point is the EUROPA Gallery, Trierer Straße 1, Saarbrücken. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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