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Moselle is located in north-east France, between the departments of Meurthe-et-Moselle and Bas-Rhin, in the Grand Est region. Historically part of the Lorraine region, it shares borders with Luxembourg and Germany. Located less than 2 hours from Paris, it is a popular destination for its historic and architectural heritage and its unspoilt countryside.
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The capital of Moselle is none other than Metz. Also a Eurometropolis and a City of Art and History, it attracts visitors for its heritage, gastronomy and activities.
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Moselle is a favourite destination for travellers, thanks to its rich heritage and unspoilt countryside. In town or in the countryside, its star-rated hotels guarantee a warm and inimitable welcome!
Booking one of the hotels located in the centre of Metz will allow you to explore its rich heritage in depth. With rooms just a stone's throw from Metz Cathedral, a hearty breakfast and refined decor, there's no doubt that you're in for a warm Moselle welcome!
But while city-trip enthusiasts may prefer to stay in a hotel in Metz, travellers with a group will probably prefer a town full of activities, such as Amnéville, just a few minutes from the Eurometropole. Ideally located just a stone's throw from Metz, but also from the zoo and the Amnéville thermal baths, treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in one of the town's hotels after watching the animals!
You can also opt for hotels in Thionville, Saint-Avold or Sarreguemines. Enjoy a real moment of rest in prestigious residences located close to the Maginot Line and other important places in the memory of Lorraine.
But there are plenty of towns and villages in Moselle where you can book a hotel! Here are just a few examples:
- Sarrebourg
- Forbach
- Bitche
- Condé-Northen
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Good news: the hotels in Moselle are open all year round! Spring is a great time of year for nature-loving travellers. Take advantage of the large parks planted with trees from your hotel room, go hiking in the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park and get your fill of greenery! Summer is the perfect time to explore the region's many historic sites and its two main animal parks: Amnéville Zoo and Saint Croix Park, near Sarrebourg. In autumn, the leaves rustle and the atmosphere lends itself to cocooning afternoons in the hotel tearoom. Finally, in winter, the snow adorns the countryside in a white coat. This is the season for Christmas markets, particularly the one in Metz, which attracts many travellers.
A word of warning to future visitors: whatever the season you're planning to visit Moselle, we advise you to book your hotel room in advance. This may enable you to take advantage of special rates. What's more, depending on the dates, some Michelin-starred hotels can be very busy, especially around Christmas and New Year. Booking in advance means you can guarantee your stay on the dates that suit you!
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Choosing your hotel depends on a number of criteria:
- the size and type of room you require
- the number of passengers
- the price per night
- location (in the centre of Metz or near Saint-Avold?)
- the breakfast menu
- whether the hotel has a spa area and swimming pool
- whether the hotel has a car park (most Michelin-starred hotels do)
- any reviews of the hotel you have chosen.We recommend that you choose your hotel according to the activities you wish to enjoy in Moselle, your budget and your requirements. Whichever hotel you choose, you can be sure of a memorable holiday in the Grand Est!
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The hotels in Metz attract many travellers because the city has a rich heritage, with 3,000 years of history behind it!
Here are a few emblematic places to visit in Metz during your Moselle break:
- The Centre Pompidou-Metz
- Saint-Étienne Cathedral
- Fort Queuleu, part of the Maginot Line
- The Cour d'Or medieval museum
- Its historic centre
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Moselle, like the rest of Lorraine, has a rich and delicious gastronomy that will win over even the most sceptical of travellers! Whether you're dining in a local restaurant or in one of the top Michelin-starred hotels, you'll discover a wide variety of cuisine on your Moselle adventure!
Here are just a few examples of Moselle gastronomy:
- AOC Moselle* wines
- Lorraine pâté
- Quiche Lorraine
- Mirabelle plum tart
- Vosges salad
- Delicatessen from Lorraine