Nancy[a] is the prefecture of the northeastern French department of Meurthe-et-Moselle. It was the capital of the Duchy of Lorraine, which was annexed by France under King Louis XV in 1766 and replaced by a province, with Nancy maintained as capital.

Jan 26, 2020 · Lets explore the best things to do in Nancy: 1. Place Stanislas. A huge 18th-century urban planning project, this incredible square was the brainchild of the Pole, Stanislas Leszczyński, the last Duke of Lorraine.

Feb 10, 2024 · Things to Do in Nancy, France: See Tripadvisor's 83,665 traveler reviews and photos of Nancy tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in April. We have reviews of the best places to see in Nancy. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

Nancy, town, Meurthe-et-Moselle département, Grand Est région, northeastern France, in what was formerly the province of Lorraine, west of Strasbourg, near the left bank of the Meurthe River. Until the 18th century Nancy was composed of two distinct fortified towns.

An air of grandeur still resides in Nancy, the former capital of the Duchy of Lorraine, and there are architectural marvels around every corner, from UNESCO-listed 18th-century squares to baroque palaces and elegant art nouveau villas.

Step back in time and wander through Nancy’s historic centre following the maze of narrow streets around the Palace of the Dukes of Lorraine and the Grande Rue. Stop in front of the Porterie and admire the statue of Duke Antoine on his horse!

Nancy is an important town located in north-east France to the east of Strasbourg and south of Metz and Luxembourg, hence close to the French border with Germany.

Nancy. Nancy’s crowning glory is this grand neoclassical square and Unesco World Heritage Site. Designed by Emmanuel Héré in the 1750s, it was named after the…

Magie hivernale Place Stanislas ️ La neige fraîchement tombée transforme la ville en un conte de fées.

Nancy in the in the department of Lorraine, northeast France is a bit of a hidden gem, a city of exceptional heritage, dazzling architecture and perfect for foodies. If you’re wondering what to see and do in Nancy – we’ve got you covered! Anna Richards shares her perfect three-day itinerary.