2 Days in Historic Metz, Lorraine, Metz, France

I guess the title says it all, but let me justify my statement. I decided to visit the north-eastern French city of聽Metz聽in December when I was driving to Germany with the dog. The reasons? I had read good things about its聽Christmas market, and I was intrigued by the pictures of the聽Porte des Allemands聽medieval complex.

I discovered far more. Metz is simply a gem. So, let鈥檚 see what makes it so unique, and one of Europe鈥檚 most underrated cities.

- Its three-thousand-year history is reflected in its beautiful architecture. The city centre gravitates around a majestic Gothic聽cathedral聽dedicated to Saint Stephen. It boasts fascinating churches (including the oldest church in France), leafy and elegant squares brimming with joie de vivre, a seductive city centre with hills and two rivers, elegant 17th-century mansions, ancient city gates and walls, fantastic museums, and futuristic contemporary buildings.

- Metz has applied for UNESCO-Heritage status for its historic centre, but that has not been granted yet. So, this is the best time to go and discover it, before the rest of the world does! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: 2 Days in Historic Metz, Lorraine
Guide Location: France » Metz
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Lara Fiorani
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