Saarschleife Cycling Route – Saar Loop loop from Saarlouis Hbf

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Saarschleife Cycling Route – Saar Loop loop from Saarlouis Hbf

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Saarschleife Cycling Route – Saar Loop loop from Saarlouis Hbf

06:35

107km

560m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 628 m for 15 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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29.7 km

Saarschleife Cycling Route

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The cycle path on the right bank of the Saar is a varied alternative to the cycle path on the left bank of the Saar. The cycle path has a "natural surface" and is therefore a bit bumpy.

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31.0 km

View of the Cloef Observation Tower

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Don't look, just drive or walk there. It is worth it!

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32.0 km

Montclair

Forest

52.7 km

View of Saarburg from the bridge

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There are a few bridges in Saarburg.

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71.0 km

Lutwinus Chapel with View of the Saartal

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The Lutwinus Chapel is in the middle of the forest. A small visit is worthwhile here, because it is not only the enchanted place and the chapel itself, which fascinate, but also the beautiful view of the Saar Valley.

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75.3 km

Saar Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The Saar Loop is probably the most famous attraction in Saarland. You'll get a particularly impressive view from the vantage point above the valley, but it's simply beautiful down here …

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84.7 km

Saar Cycle Route

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Highly recommended cycle path for the whole family

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86.0 km

View of the River Saar

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Cycle path in great condition, wonderful panorama

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106 km

Saar Cycle Path

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Well-maintained cycle paths that can be ridden in any season.

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107 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

69.0 km

17.4 km

12.1 km

6.11 km

2.02 km

583 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

51.0 km

37.1 km

12.1 km

4.36 km

2.71 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (250 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

Weather

Saturday 31 October

10°C

2°C

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Additional weather tips

Expect light wind and shifting conditions.

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Comments

May 23, 2025,R/ST (3/7) „Saarland-, Luxemburg- und Belgientour 2025“ Völkingen -> Saarburg. Entlang der Saar – Dillingen – Merzig – Saarschleife - Mettlach -> Saarburg. 71,6 KM. 320 HM.

Day 3.
It felt like there were significantly more elevation gain than indicated by Komoot.
We cycled from south to north. South of Saarluis, the Saar Cycle Path is currently still signposted as a construction site and also closed off. However, you can already ride on a great new asphalt path there. Behind (north of) Saarluis, there are three small …

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May 31, 2023,🚴🏿D-Route 5 Tag 13🚴🏽‍♂️

This time it went as far as Völklingen. This section was characterized by forest paths and concrete slabs. I found the signposting in Saarland a bit getting used to 🫤 At the end the Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site was waiting, which then made up for everything. This facility is gigantic. 👌 I didn't expect this size. 👍

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August 7, 2024,Überraschungstour- Saarburg statt Weinstrasse

Despite the change of location, it was really fun

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August 6, 2022,Saarlouis Saarburg und zurück

From Saarlouis with the RB to Saarburg then right of the Saar with the e bike back. Very beautiful mostly well-developed cycle paths 60 km along the Saar. Saarburg is a very nice town, Merzig has a great brewery beer garden

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September 6, 2023,Fahrradtour von Merzig über Mettlach nach Saarburg und zurück

Started from Merzig in the direction of Mettlach on the right side of the Saar. There is currently construction work there which is marked by a detour. The cycle track route will be renewed on this section. There are different floor coverings along the Saar. Once you have passed the Saar loop in Mettlach, there are options to get rid …

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August 13, 2024,Von Saarlouis nach Konz – Saar-Radweg

The tire is still full and we're off to the next heat battle. The path is very well developed and leads through beautiful nature directly along the Saar. The highlight is of course the Saar loop. Unfortunately we don't have a great view because the path leads along the river below. Since there are many shady paths, the heat is …

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June 16, 2022,Saarradweg 2 - Von Saarlouis nach Konz

2nd day of our mini tour from Saarlouis to Konz.
Start in Saarlouis, after a hearty breakfast. Past Dillingen and Merzig. Then to the Saar loop and the most beautiful part of the route (from ~ Dreisbach to Taben-Rodt).
We spend our longer break in Saarburg in the beautiful old town. Finally to the mouth of the Saar and then …

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