Nancy, France

Nancy

A square with gilded gates and a wealth of Art Nouveau buildings.

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Things to do

2 days in Nancy

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Place Stanislas and its gilded gates, one of Europe's grandest squares.
  2. AfternoonSee the Art Nouveau furniture and glass of the School of Nancy Museum.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town around the Grande Rue.

Day 2

Visit the Villa Majorelle, or the Lorraine countryside.

What to eat

Quiche lorraine, bergamot sweets and macarons de Nancy.

Local tips

Make the most of Nancy

Beat the crowds

Place Stanislas is beautiful at any time; come back after dark when the gold gates are lit.

Best photo spot

The golden wrought-iron gates and fountains in the corners of Place Stanislas.

Getting there

Trains from Paris take about 1.5 hours. The centre is compact and walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Art Nouveau villas of the Saurupt district, a short walk from the centre.

Good to know

Nancy is a capital of Art Nouveau; the School of Nancy museum shows the furniture and glass. Try bergamot sweets, a local speciality.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Nancy

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Plan your visit

Getting to Nancy

Getting there

  • Metz-Nancy Airport (ETZ)35 km away
  • Luxembourg Airport (LUX)105 km away
  • Strasbourg115 km away
  • Trier120 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Nancy: good to know

Is Nancy worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A square with gilded gates and a wealth of Art Nouveau buildings.

How many days do you need in Nancy?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Nancy?

You can visit all year. Place Stanislas is beautiful at any time; come back after dark when the gold gates are lit.

How do you get to Nancy?

The nearest airport is Metz-Nancy Airport (ETZ), about 35 km away. Trains from Paris take about 1.5 hours. The centre is compact and walkable.

What is there to see near Nancy?

Nearby hidden places include Kaysersberg (101 km), Riquewihr (101 km) and Colmar (110 km).

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