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Things to see in Metz (France): 45 places and when to go
Metz is a city in France with around 409,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 45 places in and around it, mainly History (30), Temples (7), Food and drink (5). The best known are Centre Pompidou-Metz, Germans' Gate and Metz-Ville station. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 49.1203, 6.18
- Population
- About 409,000
- Places
- 45 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (30) · Temples (7) · Food and drink (5) · Nature (4) · With kids (2) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), 265 km as the crow flies
What to see in Metz
The places in and around Metz, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Centre Pompidou-MetzMuseum in Metz, France1.4 km
- Germans' GateCity gate487 m
- Metz-Ville stationRailway station in France1.2 km
- Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-NonnainsChurch located in Moselle, in France971 m
- Walygator Grand-EstAmusement park located in Moselle, France12 km
- Mont Saint-Quentin in Moselle ValleyMountain in Moselle, France3.8 km
- Abbey of Saint-ArnouldBenedictine abbey in Metz, France655 m
- Hôtel des PostesBuilding in Moselle, France1.2 km
- Château d'UrvilleCastle15 km
- Fort de QueuleuPlace of remembrance in Metz, France3.2 km
- Group Fortification MarneFort6.9 km
- Hôtel Saint-LivierHôtel particulier56 m
- Porte SerpenoiseHistory1.1 km
- Château de MoncelCastle21 km
- Cimetière de l'Est (Metz)Cemetery located in Moselle, in France2.0 km
- Couvent des Récollets de MetzCloister located in Moselle, in France92 m
- Église Saint-Livier de MetzChurch located in Moselle, in France456 m
- Saint Maximin church in JarnyChurch located in Meurthe-et-Moselle, in France22 km
- Église Sainte-Lucie de VallièresChurch located in Moselle, in France2.8 km
- Hôtel de BurtaigneHistory514 m
- Hôtel de la BuletteHistory80 m
- temple protestant de Courcelles-ChaussyChurch located in Moselle, in France17 km
- Chapelle Saint-Genest de MetzChapel located in Moselle, in France223 m
- Grange des AntonistesHistory320 m
And the other 21, by what you come to do:
- History: Grange de Chèvremont, Hôtel de Gournay, Hôtel de Heu, Hôtel de Malte, Hôtel des Arts et Métiers de Metz, Magasin aux vivres de Metz, Porte de Sarrelouis, Tour Camoufle (Metz), chapelle de Marcourt de Treywiese, Maisons
- Nature: Haut Saint-Pierre, réserve naturelle régionale de la côte de Delme, réserve naturelle régionale de Lachaussée
- Food and drink: Brasserie La Tuilerie, Distillerie de Pierre et Suzanne, Domaine La Joyeuse, La Bière de Metz, Le Chai
- With kids: Pass Partoo
- Hiking: Tour entre Côtes de Moselle et Côtes de Meuse, Val de Metz: Fèves - Gorze
When to go to Metz
The best time to visit Metz is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:26
- FebPossible9:53
- MarBest time11:34
- AprBest time13:28
- MayBest time15:05
- JunBest time15:59
- JulBest time15:37
- AugBest time14:12
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:30
- NovPossible8:51
- DecPossible8:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01. In April, 45 of the 45 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Metz
The nearest main airport is Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG, Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise)), 265 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Metz?
The best known: Centre Pompidou-Metz, Germans' Gate, Metz-Ville station, Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains, Walygator Grand-Est. In all, 45 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Metz?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01.
How do you get to Metz?
The nearest main airport is Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG), 265 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Metz as the destination and these 45 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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