Metz: what to do, what to see...

• Modern and contemporary art exhibitions at Centre Pompidou-Metz
• Saint Etienne's cathedral with stained glass windows by renowned artists
• The Cour d’Or Museum and its rich collections retelling the history of Metz
• The cathedral, the Imperial Quarter and the Place de la Comédie
• The German's Gate and ramparts offering views of the River Seille

• The Amphitheatre quarter with prestigious buildings by award winning architects
• Fresh air in the parks and gardens a stones-throw from the city centre
• Tasting local produce at the Covered Market
• Cycling in town or on the "Charles the Bold" route along the River Moselle
• The cultural squares featuring the Arsenal, the Opera-Theatre and the BAM theatres

• Quiche Lorraine with bacon, cream and eggs on short crust or flaky pastry
• Golden Mirabelle plums, juicy, fragrant and sweet
• Brightly coloured Paris-Metz macarons topped with raspberries
• PDO Moselle wines from a range of grape varieties
• Macarons de Boulay, made following the same recipe since 1854

• Mirabelle brandy or liqueur to accompany any dessert
• Crunchy and gold-covered Imperiales chocolates
• A Metz Villeroy & Boch porcelain mug
• Metz-brewed beers
• Scented candles with the perfumes of Lorraine