Orscholz Summer of Culture

The Concept — Summer Thursdays at the Cloef-Atrium

The Orscholz Summer of Culture is a series of open-air concerts that uses the Cloef-Atrium as its central venue — featuring one of Germany's most spectacular backdrops: the panoramic view of the famous Saarschleife. The series is jointly organized by the Kreiskulturzentrum Villa Fuchs and the Mettlach municipality. Concerts start at 7 p.m., and the open-air beer garden of Bistro Amara (formerly Bistro Mirabell) provides catering.

The Cloef-Atrium — Saarschleifenland at its Finest

The Cloef-Atrium is a tourism information center, event venue, and viewpoint all in one. A short walk away is the Cloef viewpoint, offering a view of the spectacular Saarschleife — the Saar River winds here in a tight loop through a valley, creating one of Germany's most famous natural spectacles. If you're planning a concert evening at the Cloef-Atrium, be sure to hike to the viewpoint before the concert (5 min. walk).

The 2026 Program — Five Thursdays of Music

The 2026 season includes five concerts over three summer months:

• June 18, 2026, 7:00 PM — Kai Squared: Acoustic duo with diverse interpretations, season opener
• July 9, 2026, 7:00 PM — Al Dente: Rock, Pop, Soul, Funk, and hits in an energetic atmosphere
• July 30, 2026, 7:00 PM — The Rich Family: Musical family with the program “Love, Peace & Harmony” — a mix of John Denver, Christina Perri, Coldplay, and Lionel Richie
• August 12, 2026, 8:00 PM — Oku & the Reggaerockers: Reggae-Rock evening
• August 13, 2026, 7:00 PM — The Mad Facts: Rock'n'Roll and Rockabilly trio, season finale

All concerts with free admission. In case of bad weather, the event will be moved indoors to the Cloef-Atrium building.

Saarschleifenland — Tourism and Culture Combined

The municipality of Mettlach in the Merzig-Wadern district is a central tourist hub in Saarland. In addition to the Saarschleife, it's home to the headquarters of the ceramics group Villeroy & Boch, the Saarland Sculpture Museum, and several hiking trails. The Orscholz district serves as the gateway to the Saarschleife — the Cloef-Atrium area attracts thousands of tourists annually.

Mettlach in the Merzig-Wadern District

The Merzig-Wadern district is located in western Saarland, bordering Luxembourg and France. With the Saarschleife, Mettlach Castle, Werner Freund Wolf Park, and the Roman Villa Borg, the region boasts a density of attractions unparalleled in Saarland. The Summer of Culture at the Cloef-Atrium fits seamlessly into this cultural offering.