St. Wendel is the venue for the World Cyclo-Cross Championships, where pros from the world of cross-country mountain biking quite literally take the rough with the smooth, tackling a treacherous course where in some places they even have to cycle over snow and ice.

Taking the rough with the smooth
The spectacular World Cyclo-Cross Championships are as enthralling for the spectators as they are heart-stopping for the mountain bike virtuosos. An exuberant party atmosphere is provided by special shows and music events held in the festival marquees.

The small town of St. Wendel has a population of just under 30,000, and has the advantage of being located amid the diverse, ever-changing landscape of the Saar-Hunsrück nature reserve. Even today, the old quarter simply oozes history, while a field of huge rock sculptures crafted by contemporary artists marks the beginning of the "Sculpture Route". The grave of Saint Wendelin is another of the attractions found in this Saarland town.

When it comes to cultural events, museums and galleries, St. Wendel is the place to be. The town is always popular for its wide range of concerts, exhibitions, cabaret and theatre evenings. With its abundance of markets, its location on the Sculpture Route and highlights such as the "Culture Wednesday", St. Wendel really is a paradise for culture lovers.