The Best of Beautiful Metz, France

This 2025 trip was our second trip to Metz, France; the first being in 2015 when we were a bit rushed for time and could not thoroughly enjoy the city. We got up very early on our first day, to avoid the crowds, and discovered the wonderful walking trails along the Moselle River. This city is truly beautiful and with such a rich colorful history it's truly worth a visit. We did not visit the aqueducts that used to supply water to the Roman version of Metz, but they are located just a fifteen minute drive from the Metz city center and have been restored to prevent further deterioration. The original site of the ancient Roman Amphitheatre is now the location of the Centre-Pompidou museum. It is said to have held 25,000 spectators, which would make it the largest amphitheater in France (larger than Nimes and Arles amphitheaters) and one of the largest amphitheaters in the world. Thanks for tuning in. Music by Epidemic Sound Map reproduction courtesy of the Norman B. Leventhal Map and Education Center at the Boston Public Library