Marie's Viewpoint

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On site, you will find the trail under the following name: LE BELVÉDÈRE DE MARIE

Two starting points are suggested for this tour: one at the edge of the forest, already providing a lovely elevated view of the surroundings, and the other lower down, next to a large recreational area connected to the riverside bike path.

The route connects the banks of the Saar River at Grosbliederstroff, a picturesque border village, to the Brandenbusch Forest. From the towpath, you will then take the forest paths, enjoying leisure and sightseeing spots in the village center along the way. Don't miss the beautiful Baroque-style Saint-Innocent Church (1745), whose interior is renowned for its beauty and classified for its numerous religious objects and elements. The ossuary near the church is fully listed in the supplementary inventory of historic monuments.

The path along the Saar is very pleasant, especially in summer when many activities enliven the river. The Grosbliederstroff recreational area nearby offers many games, a shelter, and picnic tables. As you head towards the Brandenbusch Forest, you will have to climb the vineyard hill for almost 1 km. This effort will be rewarded with a first view of the surrounding countryside. Behind you, the forest is your next stop for a nature hike. You will appreciate the calm and tranquillity. A nearly 6 km loop will take you on pleasant, shaded paths, part of which is the botanical and fitness trail. Nearly 68 different species from the region are gathered here.

The Notre Dame du Brandenbusch Grotto, Marie's Viewpoint, is an essential stop, overlooking the town on the hillside in front of the forest. Numerous benches are installed for walkers to quietly enjoy this beautiful panorama of the Saar Valley and towards Germany.

At the beginning or end of your tour, if you wish to extend your route to Germany, the Friendship Bridge, located on the Saar near the recreational area, connects the towns of Grosbliederstroff and Kleinblittersdorf. This bridge allows access to the Saarbahn tram-train towards Saarbrücken or Sarreguemines.

- Alternative route: for a peaceful family walk in a lush setting, you can take just the large loop in the Brandenbusch Forest starting from the botanical and fitness trail parking lot (5.8 km). With the children, you will enjoy the beautiful panoramic view from the Notre Dame du Brandenbusch Grotto.

- Connections: 2.1 km towards Rouhling to the “From Green to the Forest“ trail (Du Green à la Forêt - 7,4 km).

- Trail-Marking: yellow rectangle

- Geographical area: Between two banks : panoramic views, greens and forests

- Starting points: Grosbliederstroff > Rue Almet – Playground / Grosbliederstroff > Côte des Vignobles – Botanical trail