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A historical tour of Mertz

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$34.00

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Language: English, French

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Duration: 2 hours

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Guided Tour

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll discover the story of the city from the outside of the monuments
The tour provides an overview of the city's history from Antiquity to the recent period
There's a chance to admire the splendid view of Saint-Étienne Cathedral from Place Jean-Paul II

What to expect

Your journey through Metz will take you from Antiquity to the early twentieth century, beginning at the Place Saint-Jacques. From there, you'll make your way to the Place Jean-Paul II, where you'll have a splendid view of the Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Metz. Your next stops will be Rue Taison and then the Place Saint-Louis.

The tour continues to the Place de la Comédie, where you'll learn about a significant event that occurred there. You'll then proceed to the Governor’s Palace before concluding your trip in the Imperial Quarter. This excursion offers an initial exploration of Metz's rich history. Along the way, you'll hear intriguing anecdotes and a local legend that is deeply woven into the city's past.

You'll discover how Metz has experienced Roman and German rule, was a city-state during the Middle Ages, and finally became part of the Kingdom of France in the mid-16th century.

What's included

Guided walking tour
Small group experience

What's not included

Food and drinks

Where

Place Saint-Jacques, Metz, France

Meeting point:

The meeting point is in the centre of the square, at the foot of a column shaped like a statue. Please arrive 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility or difficulty walking

Not allowed:

Children under 10 years old

Know in advance:

It's recommended to wear suitable clothing and footwear
This activity requires good physical shape for walking
Admission to historical monuments is not included in this tour

Remember to bring:

An umbrella or a raincoat
A bottle of water

Provider

Crossing the City

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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