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Formerly the main crossroads of Divodurum (rue Taison and En Fournirue), it's correspondent with the placement of the ancient Roman Forum. Today the square is known for its numerous coffeehouses and restaurants, with outdoor seating whenever the weather is fine.
The Place Saint-Jacques is situated in the centre of Metz, France, in front of the centre Saint-Jacques, a three-storey mall. It is located between the Rue Fabert and the Rue Ladoucette, in the heart of the historic and pedestrian centre, near the cathedral.
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This square is notable for the four buildings that surround it. They were specifically designed to show the balance between the various local powers: religion (the cathedral), the military (now converted to the tourist office), civil government (the town hall) and justice (the court building). Place d'Armes also hosts a regular market for produce and other local goods. The tourist office is along one side of Place d'Armes.
The Cathedral is a truly impressive structure, overlooking the river and the city. Inside, both its height (the third-tallest nave in France) and its stained glass windows, reportedly the largest surface area in France, with several by Marc Chagall, will impress visitors.
Marché Couvert
Historically it was the bishops' palace, today it hosts stalls selling meats, cheeses, and other regional specialities.
Golden Courtyard museum
Built over the remains of Divodurum's Roman baths. There are also Gallo-Roman collections, sculpture, European paintings, etc.
The House of Verlaine in Metz
Covers the 19th-century poet's Lorraine origins, his life and career in Metz and Paris, his meeting with Arthur Rimbaud, his works, and his posthumous fame.
Very fun English-speaking experience in Metz. Game masters are great!