State of Saarland, Germany

Location of state of Saarland on a map

Saarland is a state found in the nation of Germany. Home to 999,623 people, it is the 15th largest division in Germany in terms of population.

Saarland gained its current status as a state in the year 1957. The government of Saarland is lead by Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer and is based in the state capital of Saarbrucken (Population: 181,227).

Saarland State - Quick Facts

Country Germany
Region Type State
ISO Code DE_SL
Time Zone CEST
Year of Establishment 1957
Capital Saarbrucken (Population: 181,227)
Head of Government Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer
Total Population 999,623
Total Area 2,569 sq km (992 sq miles)
Population Density 389.1 sq km (1,007.8 sq miles)