Bliesgau

The Bliesgau is a region in the state of Saarland in the south-west of Germany and borders with France.

Historically the district is first recorded in the seventh century when it formed part of the lands of the Bishopric of Metz, along with neighbouring Sankt Ingbert.

The region is a sanctuary for many rare animal and plant species such as the little owl, beaver, red kite, lizard orchid, and the yellow rattle.

Almost half of all types of orchids that occur in Germany can be found here, on the vast, semi-dry grasslands that cover formations of limestone.

Over the years the area has become a breeding ground for storks and nests[2] with young birds can be observed.