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orraine was an independent duchy for many centuries, but was finally incorporated as part of France in 1766, although the historic borders do not exactly match those of the present-day Lorraine region. As a major north/south

and east/west European crossroads, Lorraine has been the backdrop for numerous conflicts, but like all places that have acted as historic crossing points, it is also a region of exchange, openness and assimilation.

As the administrative capital, or prefecture, of Meurthe and Moselle, and the historic capital of the Dukes of Lorraine, the city of Nancy today has 105,000 inhabitants while the surrounding urban community, divided into a further 20 administrative communes is home to 250,000 and a services and working area which has 350,000 inhabitants.

Nancy is literally at the heart of the Lorraine region, 300 km from Paris (90 mins on the high-speed train) and 90 km (45 mins) from Strasbourg. Located equidistantly between Metz to the north and Epinal to the south, it is less than an hour from the lakes and forests of the Vosges massif, an hour from the lakes and recreation areas of Meuse, 45 mins from Center Parc, an hour from the city of Luxembourg to the north and Germany to the east.

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The movement Art Nouveau is profoundly visible in Nancy. You will find it at the musée l ’Ecole de Nancy (School of Nancy Museum), a unique and original masterpiece, or in the districts of Saurupt or Nancy Thermal with their charming public park Saint Mary (Parc Sainte-Marie). Or perhaps you will stumble upon its presence in numerous commercial buildings between the station and the center city, in the quirky houses in the center city or in the Daum collection at the Fine Arts Museum (le musée des Beaux Arts).

Famous Place Stanislas will never fail to impress you. Its striking beauty and lively ambiance gives an Italian air to the city, year round. But Place Stan was not the only recipient of the UNESCO World Heritage label, The Place d’Alliance, which resembles a mini Place des Vosges in Paris and The Place de la Carrière also received the honour.

There are many other assets in Nancy including the historic Old City. There are terrific examples of Medieval and Renaissance architecture. Look around the Dukes Palace (palais ducal) which houses the Lorraine Museum (musée Lorrain) and the tombs of the Duke’s of Lorraine, you will discover an abundance of beautiful buildings, a lively and fun district with many boutique shops and delicious restaurants. The New City (ville neuve), from the end of the 17

th century, includes most of the main

commercial area. You can find the Point Central and the Place Charles III, the Central Market, all the big brands, boutique shops and restaurants – and of course eating is a popular pass time here as well. The architecture Art Déco is also present, often next to its Art Nouveau counterparts from l’Ecole de Nancy.

Here are some ideas to keep busy during your times off. Please note: Entry to the museums is free the first Sunday of each month. Closures are studied weekly to ensure there is always something to see.

Fine Arts Museum

The Fine Arts Museum (Musée des Beaux Arts) is well positioned in Place Stan, in the historic pavilion of the College of Medicine. It houses permanent collections of grand quality, and its temporary collections are of the highest caliber. The Daum Collection (600 pieces of crystal from 1880 to now) is an absolute marvel and the Prouvé Gallery, pays homage to the local Nancy engineer Jean Prouvé, son of Victor Prouvé.

Lorraine Museum

The Lorraine Museum (Le musée lorrain) in the Old City is a treasure trove of wonders as well as holding one of the most beautiful sculpture collections in France. It is held within and around several important buildings from the foundation of the history of the region: The Dukes Palace, The Palace of Government and the Chapelle de Cordeliers (Church).

The Ecole de Nancy Museum

L’Ecole de Nancy Museum (School of Nancy) is the temple of Art Nouveau, housed within the house of the leading patron of the time, Eugène Corbin. It is an extraordinary asset for the region, completely original, and despite its modest dimensions, it holds such beautiful collections that it attracts people from all over the world. The garden, on pleasant days, is spectacular, and you will find within its grounds the plants which inspired the artists of Nancy in the beginning of the 20

th century and before. This really is a place for the ‘must see list’.

Museum Aquarium

The Nancy Museum Aquarium is a real immersion into the world of science and technology. It houses, of course, lots of fish and other marine life ... but also a collection of taxidermy animals. This exhibition is fun filled, educational and all about the ‘discovery’. There is always something surprising for the kids, and parents will love it too, the perfect family outing.

Botanical Gardens of Montet

Both impressive and educational, with its 12,000 species, the Botanical Gardens (le Jardin Botanique) at Villers les Nancy is a real asset to the area. You can really have a good time in the fresh air and get an oxygen boost! It is as beautiful indoors as it is out. The greenhouses, both arid and tropical, can teleport you from Lorraine to Mexico or the Amazon in a matter of seconds – incredible!

Cinema

Kinepolis 3, rue Victor 54000 Nancy http://kinepolis.fr/cinemas/kinepolis-nancy

Opera

Opera National de lorraine 1 rue Sainte-Catherine 54000 Nancy http://www.opera-national-lorraine.fr/saison13-14/

Hotels near our company: Ibis Style Nancy Sud

RN 57 8, Allée de la Genelière, 54180 Houdemont : +33 (0)3 83 56 10 25 Website: http://www.accorhotels.com/fr/hotel-0408-novotel-nancy-sud/services.shtml Hôtel Arcole

Zac Des Egrez, 54180 Houdemont : +33 (0)3 83 56 75 75 Hôtel Kyriad

338 Impasse berthollet, 54710 Ludres : +33 (0)3 83 26 15 00 Hotels in Nancy:

Accessible hotels by foot from Nancy Centre station and 15mn away from our company by car Grand Hôtel de la Reine

2, Place Stanislas - 54000 Nancy : +33 (0)3 83 35 03 01 Website: www.hoteldelareine.com Hôtel Mercure Nancy Centre Stanislas

5, Rue des Carmes - 54000 Nancy : +33 (0)3 83 30 92 60 Website: http://www.mercure.com/fr/hotel-1068-mercure-nancy-centre-stanislas/index.shtml Hôtel Ibis centre gare

3, Rue Crampel, 54000 Nancy : +33 (0)3 83 32 90 16

Hôtel Foch 8, avenue Foch - 54000 NANCY

: +33 (0)3 83 32 88 50 Best Western - Hôtel Crystal 5, rue Chanzy - 54000 NANCY

: +33 (0)3 83 17 54 00 Hôtel Les Prélats 56, place Monseigneur - 54000 NANCY

: +33 (0)3 83 30 20 20 Guest houses in Nancy :

La Maison d’Hôte de Myon 7, rue Mably - 54000 NANCY

: +33(0)3 83 46 56 56 Le Clos Jeannon 2, rue Saint-Fiacre - 54600 VILLERS LES NANCY

: +33 (0)3 83 40 30 30 Les Chambre des Quatre Coins du Monde 247, avenue de la Libération - 54000 NANCY

: +33 (0)3 83 96 46 83

« La rue Gourmande »

Rue des Maréchaux 54000 NANCY

A paradise for greedy guys. Taste recipes from all over the world! Vins et Tartines

25 bis rue des Ponts 54000 NANCY Tél : +33(0)3 83 35 17 25 Have a pleasant diner, drinking good wines under a stone arch.

Here are good addresses to buy some gifts from Lorraine. Les Soeurs Macaron

21 rue Gambetta 54000 NANCY Tél : +33(0)3 83 32 24 25 Lefèvre Lemoine

47 rue Henri Poincaré 54000 NANCY Tél : +33(0)3 83 30 13 83

La Mélie

91 Grande Rue 54000 NANC Tél : +33(0)3 83 20 54 95

City centre

Places to visit Your hotel

From the city center to our office Join the A330, exit “Houdemont centre commercial”

Have a great time in Nancy!

AURESYS

Parc d’activités Nancy Porte Sud – 337 Les Erables

32, avenue des Erables

54180 Heillecourt - France