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A romantic city trip to Nancy

Your romantic weekend in the heart of Nancy inevitably starts at Place Stanislas. The most beautiful square in France, it is one of the ducal city's most famous landmarks and a firm favourite with travellers. As you stroll along its cobbled streets with your partner, take time to admire its impressive architectural details: golden gates, fountains, the Arc de Triomphe... Four other buildings naturally stand out on the square: the Hôtel de Ville, the Grand Hôtel de la Reine, the Opéra and the Musée des Beaux Arts. Just a few minutes away, don't miss the Place de la Carrière and the Place d'Alliance, which together with the Place Stanislas form a great classical ensemble, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

As for Art Deco and Art Nouveau, don't miss out on admiring some superb architectural masterpieces: the former Magasins Réunis, the Villa Majorelle, the Parc Saurupt...

Culture lovers, meanwhile, will find everything they need in Nancy to satisfy their curiosity! The Palace of the Dukes of Lorraine (also known as the Lorraine Museum), the Ecole de Nancy Museum and the Villa Majorelle... discover Nancy's cultural gems on a romantic break!

Finally, those with a sea legs (or not!) will love exploring Nancy's museum-aquarium. With its aquatic pools, zoology gallery and unique collections, Nancy is a great place to take the plunge!

Romantic activities in Nancy

History, culture, museums, monuments, thermal spas and even nature, Nancy offers a whole host of activities for lovers.

There are 1001 ways to discover the secrets of Nancy's Place Stanislas! A magical escape game with the help of a young sorcerer's apprentice, a theatrical guided tour, a Nancy excursion on the theme of love... Nancy has a way of helping you discover its heritage!

Lovers of arts and crafts can take part in a range of workshops to make beautiful notebooks: sewing, Japanese bookbinding, Criss-Cross... Ideal for writing sweet nothings to your loved one!

Lovers of green spaces will be delighted in Nancy! Between the Parc de la Pépinière and the Parc de Sainte-Marie, enjoy the calm of nature far from the hustle and bustle of the city. You'll also have the chance to admire other works of architecture, such as the surprising Villa des Glycines with its Art Nouveau façade!

If you're in Nancy at the end of the year, don't miss the Saint-Nicolas festival! Nancy, the emblematic city of Lorraine, celebrates the festival with great fervour. Here, on the first weekend in December, the city is adorned with a magical aura to celebrate the patron saint of Lorraine. It's a unique and romantic moment for lovers!

Spend a romantic night in Nancy

Make your romantic weekend in Nancy a real fairytale! For total immersion in the ducal city, book a night in a top-of-the-range hotel on Place Stanislas. From your room, as night falls, enjoy an enchanting and romantic sight: the old buildings of the square illuminated! A unique moment to share with your other half.

For total immersion in the city of Lorraine, opt to rent a room in a guest house! Here, you can enjoy the warm comfort of a room and the warm welcome of the Lorraine region. A cosy nest that's both authentic and romantic!

Finally, nature lovers can choose a hotel or accommodation in the heart of the Nancy countryside. The ideal place for two to recharge their batteries! Set against the backdrop of the Lorraine countryside, enjoy a weekend of wellbeing for two. Between relaxation at the spa and laps in the pool, enjoy a 100% relaxing break in Nancy!

A gourmet weekend in Nancy

Romantic weekends are synonymous with fine dining! The establishments in the Lorraine town will delight the taste buds of travellers in search of tasty specialities!

While you're away for two, meet the local craftsmen and shopkeepers, and discover the expertise of small-scale producers. In the heart of the bustling markets or in a gourmet restaurant, try your hand at the delights of Lorraine! And in Nancy, sweet palates are in heaven: macaron de Nancy, bergamot, gâteau Saint-Epvre, duchesses of Lorraine... Enjoy a romantic stay with a sweet tooth!

Your sweet escapade continues with the chocolatiers. If you're staying with us for St Nicholas' Day, why not admire their chocolate creations, made especially for the occasion! If you're just the two of you, push open the door of Nancy's chocolate factories and sample the chocolate patron saints. And don't forget to try our delicious gingerbread in the shape of Saint Nicolas or his faithful companion, the donkey. A real treat!

: Nancy is a town in the north-east of France, in the Lorraine region, in the Meurthe-et-Moselle département. The city is close to Metz, the capital of Moselle and former capital of Lorraine, and around 70 kilometres from the Vosges mountains.

: For a romantic break, choose one of the many top-of-the-range accommodation options available in the city! A tailor-made night in a top-class hotel, a comfortable room in an intimate guest house in Lorraine, a spa and jacuzzi for a 100% relaxing holiday... To make your romantic weekend magical, take care to choose the orientation of your room: on Place Stanislas or in the natural setting of Parc de la Pépinière? We'll let you make up your own mind!

: A must-see city in Lorraine, Nancy boasts some impressive architectural gems, including Place Stanislas and the Palace of the Dukes of Lorraine. So every year, the city attracts thousands of travellers from all over France, who are also looking for quality accommodation!

If you opt for a night in a hotel room, it's best to book early! This will give you a number of advantages: you'll have better availability in your favourite hotels, and you'll often get better prices too!

: For a romantic break, Nancy offers a multitude of places to visit, from its historical heritage to its natural beauty!

Here are a few ideas of the best things to do on a romantic weekend in Nancy:

- Admire the architectural ensemble of Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance, all listed by UNESCO
- Wander the cobbled streets of the Old Town
- Visit one of the many museums in the city of Lorraine: the Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Ecole de Nancy Museum, the Muséum-Aquarium, etc.
- Discover the Villa Majorelle, an Art Nouveau nugget
- Stroll through the Pépinière park and recharge your batteries in the heart of nature

: While you're on a romantic break in Nancy, be sure to try some of Lorraine's delicious specialities! From breakfast to dinner, the capital will delight you with its quiche lorraine, bouchée à la reine, macaron de Nancy, mirabelle plums, pâté lorrain, bergamot, chardons lorrains... An exceptional, and sometimes even unusual, taste experience awaits you in Nancy!

: If you're looking for sunshine and mild temperatures for your city breaks, summer and spring are ideal times of year. During these seasons, the city of Nancy hosts a number of festivals and open-air events. Unsurprisingly, it's also a good time to go hiking and discover the Lorraine countryside.

At the end of the year, Nancy, like other towns in Lorraine, dons its coat of snow. Here, at the beginning of December, we celebrate Saint-Nicolas, the patron saint of the people of Lorraine. But the festivities continue at Christmas. The city is dotted with markets and illuminations, transforming Nancy into a truly enchanted city.

: Fancy extending your romantic weekend in the Nancy area? There are a number of nearby towns and villages in Lorraine that will appeal to you.

Here are a few ideas of towns and villages to visit near Nancy:

- Metz
- Epinal
- Verdun
- Contrexéville
- Vittel
- Bar-le-Duc