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Celts and Romans settled ages ago in the hillsides and remnants of their beautiful architecture is prominent today. The restored Montclair Castle sets majestically on hill overlooking the Saar. Fortifications of Saarlouis, built by Louis XIV, known as the French “Sun King” are proof of bygone era.
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land as the rivers Saar,
Moselle and Blies wind through this area. With such an abundance of
waterways, popular river cruise ships beckon visitors to enjoy the
amazing panorama. The lakes of Bostalsee and Losheimer See are filled
with surfers and sailors. Bicycle enthusiasts are offered over 1235
miles of scenic trails. 
Town
of Ottweiler was renown as the Nassau-Saarbrücken Procelain factory.
Europe’s largest red sandstone caves are located in Homburg. There is a
interesting Roman-type open-air museum called “Schwarzenacker” near
Homburg. For history buffs, visit the archeological gardens where
evidence of an exciting culture existed over 2000 years ago.