Saarländisches Künstlerhaus

About

The Saarländisches Künstlerhaus in Saarbrücken is a dynamic cultural hub for contemporary art, literature, and interdisciplinary exchange. Founded in 1985, the Künstlerhaus emerged as a response to the need for artistic collaboration across the Greater Region, encompassing Saarland, Lorraine, Luxembourg, and Rhineland-Palatinate. Housed in a historic building on Karlstraße since 1992, it serves as both a working space and exhibition venue for artists, writers, and cultural associations. The house hosts up to 18 exhibitions annually, alongside readings, concerts, and discussions that reflect current social and artistic discourse. Its in-house publishing arm produces catalogues and literary works, further enriching the regional cultural landscape. With studios, workshops, and a guest apartment, the Künstlerhaus fosters creative production and cross-border dialogue, making it a cornerstone of Saarland’s contemporary arts scene.

Saarbrücken Germany

Location

The Saarländisches Künstlerhaus is located at Karlstraße 1 in the center of Saarbrücken. It is housed in the historic Riotte-Haus, a baroque city villa that has served as the artists’ hub since 1992. The Künstlerhaus serves as a vibrant meeting place and exhibition space for Saarland artists, writers, and musicians, hosting around 18 exhibitions, readings, and cultural events annually. Nearby, visitors find Saarbrücken’s bustling city center with cafes, shops, and the nearby "Zukunft durch Wandel" mile, an area noted for cultural and urban development. The location is easily accessible and situated within a lively cultural district, enriching the arts community in Saarbrücken with close connections to other galleries and historic sites.