The Graoully legend aka the Terror of Metz

At the mention of its name, the inhabitants of Metz would flee inside their homes. The Graoully was a powerful, ugly, nasty monster that raged in and around ... Read more!

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Jaumont Stone: the golden stone of Metz

The city of Metz is grey? Baliverne! OK, I admit that the sunshine in Moselle is not equivalent to that in Colmar or Marseille. But from there to ... Read more!

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Discover Metz German Imperial District

The Metz German Imperial District was created following the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71 when the fate of Metz changed dramatically. The end of the war saw the city ... Read more!

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A short overview of Metz History

Today, no visitors in the peaceful city would believe how turbulent Metz history has been over the centuries, being continually annexed by France and Germany. Here is a short ... Read more!

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Discover Metz Old Town: monuments and sights

Metz old town is famous for its lofty gothic cathedral and its German imperial district around the railway station. It takes pride in being a true Garden City, with ... Read more!

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Discover Metz Cathedral, the Lantern of God

Metz Cathedral is an impressive sanctuary with fantastic stained-glass windows and Gothic features. The Saint-Etienne Cathedral in Metz is, not surprisingly, the most visited site in Lorraine. Nicknamed ... Read more!

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Discover the Metz Christmas Market in Lorraine

Of all the Christmas markets of France, the one in Metz ranks as one of the most visited. You may have heard of Metz for its stunning gothic cathedral ... Read more!

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Why you should discover Metz in Lorraine

Metz is a charming provincial city in the Lorraine region located on the east side of the Moselle River, between Nancy and Luxembourg. In 2019 it ranked high in 4th ... Read more!

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