10Metz, France
Metz is a noteworthy city located in northeast France. It is only an 82-minute train ride out of the more well-known city of Paris. Veteran visitors say that this place is actually “the perfect sized [place] for a short break” if your vacation gets a tad too hectic.
Here you will discover a distinct blend of the past and future represented by the well-preserved historic buildings and the signature structures by several award-winning architects (Christian de Portzamparc, Christian de Portzamparc, Shigeru Ban, etc.) in the newly-developed areas. There’s a lot to see and do here too. Your options include animated terraces, art galleries, bars, cafes, family-friendly parks, and lovely gardens. There’s also the yearly flea market in the Outre Seille quarter, the summer Mirabelle Festival with all the outdoor concerts, and the popular Christmas Markets too.
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