NancyDates

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Things to do hosted by En Passant par la Lorraine

1 hours and 30 minutes (approx.)

Up to 15 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in French

About

Discovery, in French, of the history and heritage of the city by a guide with a Master's degree in history working for the city's Tourist Office in parallel with an independent activity. Local histor...
  • Travel costs for the guide to the meeting place
  • The services of a qualified guide for groups of up to 30 people.
  • What's not included

  • Entrance fees to monuments and museums.

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop atPlace Stanislas

    Stanislas Leszczynski who sits proudly in the center of the Place of the same name is both King of Poland, Duke of Lorraine and father-in-law of the King of France, Louis XV. It was he who commissioned the construction of this Baroque-style Place Royale, inaugurated in the middle of the 18th century. Jean Lamour's rococo railings form a golden setting around this character with an extraordinary destiny.

    30 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atPlace de la Carriere

    Built at the end of the 16th century within the city walls, the Quarry was used to train the riders of the dukes whose stables were located a few steps away, in an adjacent alleyway that has lost none of its charm. Duke Leopold and then Stanislas embellished the square and built a coherent architectural ensemble whose splendor has come down to us.

    15 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atGrande Rue

    This is the street that, historically, was the liveliest in the Old Town and this since medieval times. It has never changed its name. The Basilica of Saint-Epvre, the Palace of the Dukes of Lorraine, the Church of the Cordeliers and the Porte de la Craffe are all elements that we can admire by letting our steps lead us through it.

    20 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atParc de la Pepiniere

    The 22 hectares of the Parc de la Pépinière constitute the green lung of the city and are home to some wonders, some plant-based, like the centuries-old trees it shelters, others mineral like this statue of Claude le Lorrain made by Rodin, and others finally made of steel. Indeed, the Mozart kiosk calls us to it and invites us to daydream and contemplation.

    10 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews

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Nancy, a small city with great history

485jocelyned, Dec 2024

The tour is very well planned and takes place in a relatively small perimeter because Nancy is not a big city. Leopold is punctual, friendly, extremely knowledgeable. I enjoyed my time and learned a lot about the city...expectations fulfilled.

Great tour from Leopold

Boondoggler, Dec 2024

We had an excellent tour of Nancy with our guide Leopold.

The tour is in French. He entertained us by sharing historical perspectives and stories of the people who shaped the development of Nancy. My french isn’t great by i was able to understand most of it as he is very clearly spoken.

A great way to spend 90 minutes on arriving in Nancy and fair value.

Da non perdere

barbarame366, Dec 2024

Il massimo della valutazione va a Leopold la nostra guida :nonostante il nostro livello di francese risalisse a ricordi delle medie, siamo riusciti a seguirlo nella spiegazione e la visita è riuscita benissimo grazie alla sua cordialità e professionalità . Curiosità, dettagli, aneddoti, strade che probabilmente non avremmo mai percorso come quella bellissima medievale con le passerelle di collegamento con il parco e il tour di un’ora e mezza vola via. Un consiglio: non lasciate Nancy senza aver fatto questa esperienza.

Visite et anecdotes

Melinda_W, Dec 2024

Guide très intéressant et sympa. Visite au top en famille de 7 à 74 ans. Nous recommandons vivement.

A great time

Celia_MN30, Dec 2024

Thank you for this very pleasant time. The duration was perfect, as were the places visited. The few anecdotes dotted along the tour add rhythm and a little fun.

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