Nancy (54 Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est) is the star attraction in Eastern France with its history, culture and art-deco heritage.
In October there is a Jazz Festival Nancy Jazz Pulsations 5 – 19 October 2024 – see https://nancyjazzpulsations.com/
The medieval town of Nancy hosts its celebrated Christmas market (Les fetes de Saint Nicolas) 24 November 2023 – 7 January 2024 in the historic Place Maginot. A wide range of local specialties are on offer, from delicious fresh bread to spicy charcuterie and, for those with a sweet tooth, bergamot sweets (bonbons), macaroons and Mirabelle liqueur. Several little chalets (stalls) sell hand-crafted toys and an array of other presents. Also you can enjoy Christmas activities include carol singing, folk dancing and lively street entertainment.
Place Stanislas, Place d’Alliance, Place de la Carrière : three squares, three works of art, three unique monuments which together are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Nancy has much to offer – Fairytale cobbled streets, elaborately decorated monuments, a village atmosphere in the city centre and the surrounds.Discover the flavours behind Lorraine’s reputation for quality produce, products and dining options. Why not tour the markets or take a cooking class?
The artistic movement Art Nouveau flourished in Nancy and across Europe from the late 19th century, its influence is particularly visible in Nancy architecture.
Nancy Tourisme – Place Stanislas
B&Bs, hotels, self-catering apartments/villas in Nancy
In Nancy the romantic Old Town, the historic Ducal Palace, and Stanislas, Carrière and Alliance Squares, an iconic architectural collection that has been protected with World Heritage Site status for 30 years.
Nancy tends to be a little off the beaten track for visitors from the UK but could be well worth a visit, as the historic 18th Century city centre’s buildings are recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Centre. An elegant city, with classic 18th century architecture and boulevards.
Stay at the self-catering apartments at Hôtel Particulier Appartements d’Hôtes, just 250yards from Place Stanislas with its own kitchenette.
For more info on Nancy and Eastern France see www.ot-nancy.fr and www.tourisme-lorraine.fr
Nancy is only 1 hour and 30 minutes from Paris with the new TGV Est. Previous journey time 2 hours 45 minutes.
Hotel, B&Bs and self-catering in Nancy including the central Hotel des Prelats, an old Episcopal house dating from early 17th century and just 100yds from the Stanislas Place.
For more info and to check availabilty at this Nancy hotel see Hotel des Prelats
OR self-catering apartments at Hôtel Particulier Appartements d’Hôtes, just 250 yards from Place Stanislas with its own kitchenette.
For more info and to check availabilty at this self-catering apartments see Hôtel Particulier
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