Discover the historic city of Nancy in the snow
Last week the first snowflakes fell in the northeast in mid-January. In Strasbourg, Colmar, Metz…
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The Moselle Valley: A Discovery Itinerary
If the Rhine is the emblematic river of Alsace, the Moselle is the backbone of…
50 Beautiful Photos Of Spring in Lorraine To Cheer You Up!
After the success of 50 photos of Spring in Alsace, I’m striking back with a new…
2 days in Nancy: where to go and what to see
First time in Nancy? Well, you’re in for a treat! Over your 2 days in…
Arc Héré, the triumphal arch of Nancy
You’ve certainly heard of Paris’ grand Arc de Triomphe. In the Lorraine city of Nancy is another…
The Glass and Crystal Route in Lorraine
The glass and crystal route links all the major glass and crystal works in Lorraine…
Discover the Côtes de Toul vineyards in Lorraine
Vineyards and wine in Lorraine? You and I are not dreaming! Caught between two famous wine regions,…
What to see when spending April in Nancy
Spring is a beautiful season of the year to start discovering towns and villages around…
Top 10 things to see in Nancy, Lorraine
Nancy is Lorraine’s largest city and the former capital of the Dukes of Lorraine. The…
When the city of Nancy makes the headlines against all odds
A breathtaking video of the city centre of Nancy was posted by a 18 year-old…
Why you should spend Christmas in Nancy
Christmas in Nancy is highlighted by the Saint Nicolas Day celebrations in the beginning of…
Christmas in Lorraine: what to see!
Christmas in Lorraine consists of traditions centred around the character of St. Nicholas, locally known as…
Art Nouveau Buildings in Nancy
Many beautiful Art Nouveau buildings in Nancy were constructed during the Belle Époque era. Some of…
The intimate square of Place d’Alliance in Nancy
The Place d’Alliance is certainly the smallest, however the most intimate square of Nancy. Located…
Discover the Place de la Carrière in Nancy
If Place Stanislas is the image of Nancy that is most often conveyed to the…
Nancy Fine Arts Museum
The Nancy Fine Arts Museum is Lorraine’s most visited museums after the Pompidou Centre in…
Europe’s largest hot-air balloons festival in Lorraine
The Lorraine Mondial Air Balloons is Europe’s largest hot-air balloons festival and takes place in…
The 18th century triumphal arch of Nancy
A few words about the triumphal arch of Nancy. When we hear about “Arc de Triomphe”, we…
What you need to know about the Lorraine Region
Lorraine is famous worldwide for its quiche, macarons, Mirabelle plum and madeleine. It is home…
The enchanting Christmas Markets in France
Christmas markets in France are small villages made up of little stalls made of wood (called chalets).…
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine: a world-famous dish, easy to prepare… but let us treat you to the…
What are the legends of Saint-Nicolas
Saint-Nicolas is the character who distributes presents to Austrian, Belgian, Dutch, German, French and Swiss…
How to make delicious Madeleine of Commercy
Let’s talk about the madeleine of Commercy, a delicious little briochy cake traditionally produced in the little…
What are the Saint-Nicolas celebrations in Nancy
In France’s north-east, there are two main not-to-miss events in December: the Christmas market of Strasbourg…
Munster cheese
Munster is a cheese from the Vosges Mountains produced in Alsace and Lorraine. Munster or…
Saint-Nicolas-de-Port Basilica
With its majestic façade and two bell towers, the Saint-Nicolas-de-Port Basilica in Lorraine has all the…
Discover the Gothic Toul Cathedral in Lorraine
Approaching Toul, visitors admire the elegant silhouette of the Toul Cathedral, a witness to the…
Discover Metz German Imperial District
The Metz German Imperial District was created following the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71 when the…
A short overview of Metz History
Today, no visitors in the peaceful city would believe how turbulent Metz history has been over…
Discover Metz Old Town: monuments and sights
Metz old town is famous for its lofty gothic cathedral and its German imperial district around…
Discover Metz Cathedral, the Lantern of God
Metz Cathedral is an impressive sanctuary with fantastic stained-glass windows and Gothic features. The Saint-Etienne…
Church of the Cordeliers, Nancy
Next to the Nancy’s Ducal Palace stands the Church of the Cordeliers (Église des Cordeliers),…
Art Nouveau in Nancy, Lorraine
In the late years of the 19th century, a new dynamism arose in the fields…
Nancy Old Town: the capital of the Dukes of Lorraine
Nancy is famous worldwide for its three 18th century squares, which are World Heritage sites…
Discover the classical church of Nancy Cathedral
Nancy Cathedral is part of the grand 18th century district which was completed by Duke Stanislas.…
Things to see in the Parc de la Pépinière, Nancy
The parc de la Pépinière is adjacent to the Place Stanislas, which can be reached…
Discover the magnificence of Place Stanislas in Nancy
Looking for an elegant and classic French location? Discover Nancy and its magnificent Place Stanislas,…
Ducal Palace, Nancy
The Ducal Palace of Nancy was the epicentre of the Lorraine of the Dukes. Today…
Discover the 18th Century District of Nancy
Nancy features an exceptional architectural ensemble of the 18th century which is absolutely beautiful with…
Why you should visit the Vosges mountains
Unlike the Alps and the Pyrenees, the Vosges mountains are synonymous with softness thanks to…
Route des Crêtes des Vosges
Sublime countryside, panoramic views extending to the distant Alps and riding on the hills, the…
Discover the Metz Christmas Market in Lorraine
Of all the Christmas markets of France, the one in Metz ranks as one of the…
Why you should discover Metz in Lorraine
Metz is a charming provincial city in the Lorraine region located on the east side of the…
Discover the city of Nancy in Lorraine
One of the most elegant and classic French towns, Nancy in Lorraine has an exceptional architectural ensemble from…
What are the delicious Macarons of Nancy?
In Nancy, Lorraine, macarons have been part of the local history since the time of the…