City in Grand Est, France
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Metz is in the Lorraine region of France that borders Luxembourg and Germany. Metz and the rest of the region offer much to view of historical interest, as well as a well-rounded shopping scene, ranging from the low- to high-end and including a great Saturday farmers' market.
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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.
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.
Marché Couvert
Historically it was the bishops' palace, today it hosts stalls selling meats, cheeses, and other regional specialities.
Theatre and opera house, built between 1732 and 1752 and the oldest in France.
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.
It was built in 380 AD as a Roman bath, and in the 7th century, it was converted into a chapel of a Benedictine nunnery. A new nave was constructed in the 11th century with further interior renovations. In the 16th century, it became a warehouse, and remained so until the 1970s, when it was restored and opened for concerts and exhibitions.
A modern art gallery in Metz.
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!
Kebab shop and hookah lounge just next to Place de la Republique. Better than average kebab in a very convenient location.
Fast food restaurant in the heart of the old city. Great kebab and great location. Grab a kebab and bring it back to one of the fine drinking establishments surrounding the shop.
Classic Bretagne creperie. Large selection of both savory and sweet crepes. Friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices. Don't forget to have cider with dinner!
French cuisine
French cuisine
That bar may have French owners, it has all the elements of a typical Irish pub.
One of the cheapest bars in Metz. Happy hour every night until 20:00. €2 pints and €10 50 pitchers of Amos, a local brew. Young and lively crowd. Trivia every Tuesday.
Old-style pub with decor not that unlike a medieval watering hole. Good selection of alcohol at reasonable prices. Enjoy a beer on the plaza in the warmer months or duck inside in the winter and warm up with an Irish coffee.
Bar specialising in Belgian brews. Enormous selection of Belgian beers on tap and bottled. Great atmosphere, though crowded during happy hour. Mixed, but generally young crowd. Drinks are mid-priced, which is why everyone packs in during happy hour in order to enjoy a Trappist beer without burning a hole in their pocket.
By plane
By train
If you have an Interrail pass, you will probably not be able to leave for a few weeks (you must make reservations way in advance).
By bus
For more detailed information check the official web site: Le Met' bus timetables
On foot
By bicycle
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