For the festive season, Inspire Metz invites you to a « Guided tour – Saint-Nicolas, patron saint of the Lorraine region: history and traditions ». Scheduled for December 6, 2023, this guided tour will introduce you to Lorraine’s traditions around Saint-Nicolas. What’s his real story? How did he become a legend?
Why is Saint-Nicolas’ arrival celebrated on December 6? And who really is this emblematic figure dressed in red, handing out gifts and treats to well-behaved children? Because if Saint-Nicolas has become the patron saint of Lorraine, it’s certainly not just for the sweets. On the contrary, he was a great man with a heart of gold, a protector of good people and a true miracle worker, whose story will be told to you during this guided tour.
Lasting 1 hour, this journey to the heart of tradition will take you on a fascinating journey through the streets of Metz. Your guide will share with you the history of Saint-Nicolas de Port and its church, as well as the legend of Père Fouettard, said to have originated in Metz.
So when you place a small glass of mirabelle plum to welcome Saint-Nicolas down your chimney, you’ll now know why. All you have to do is reserve your place on this unique guided tour. Visit Inspire Metz – Office de Tourisme to find out more!
- Average duration 1 hour
- Languages spoken French
- Difficulty Suitable for all
- Tourism & Handicap
From 06.12.2023 to 06.12.2023
- Guided tour of Metz, to discover the history and traditions of Lorraine
From 4pm to 5pm. 1-hour visit
- The discovery of the history of Saint Nicolas and the traditions of Lorraine
- A guided tour in a magical and warm atmosphere
- An ideal offer for an outing with family or friends
Agence Inspire Metz - Office de Tourisme
Agence Inspire Metz - Tourist Office
Metz Eurometropole, a European eco-tourism destination
Inspire Metz - Office de Tourisme is the attraction agency for the Metz metropolis. Located 1h20 from Paris by TGV, 50 min from Luxembourg and 1h from Germany, the Metz Eurometropole, a creative and sustainable European destination, will surprise you with its historical heritage and green landscapes, in the heart of Europe.
Metz, a UNESCO Creative City in terms of Music, offers a dense cultural program: exhibitions at the Centre Pompidou-Metz, concerts at the Cité Musicale, the Metz Constellations festival, the Mirabelle plum festival and, of course, the Christmas markets and St. Nicholas festivities at the end of the year.
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