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Offered languages
- English
- French
If you book , this tour will give you the pleasure of having a historical overview of the metropolis. You will be cheerful by my advice if you wish to stay strolling. This tour is ideal for lovers of culture and history as a couple, as a family and even between business meetings. The history of Metz is very rich and you will have the opportunity to discover it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet at the foot of the statue which is in the center of the square.
The tour will end at the station forecourt.
Itinerary
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1
I will welcome you first in this square so that we can get to know each other.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
After welcoming you, I will tell you the story of this place in antiquity. Indeed, this is where the history of the city really began.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Here we can see the Cathedral of Saint Stephen of Metz from the outside. I will tell you about the first bishop of Metz and part of the legend of the Graoully.
7 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
I'll tell you why this street is named after you. I will elaborate in more detail on the legend of the Graoully.
14 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Here we will enter into the medieval history of Metz and part of its modern history. I will show you some architectural features and talk about some of the economic activities that could be found there. I will also discuss elements of the Renaissance period.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
It is probably here that La Fayette would have decided to join the insurgents of America when they wanted their independence. Neither the French nor the Americans have forgotten this character.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
We will then discuss the contemporary era of the city of Metz until the beginning of the 20th century. We will visit the imperial quarter of Metz from the Governor's Palace. We will then take Avenue Foch, then stop in front of Metz station which was built according to the injunctions of Emperor William II. I will also tell you about the central post office that was built at the same time.
52 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8
We will finish our visit in the forecourt of the station which is the Place du Général de Gaulle. I'll ask you if you enjoyed the visit. After having been delighted to welcome you for this visit, we can say goodbye and separate in this square.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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