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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Walk through Metz’s evocative streets, where ancient legends meet World War II history. From neo-Romanesque towers and medieval lanes to somber memorials and soaring cathedrals, discover a city shaped by courage, resilience, and the enduring hope of its people. Explore stunning architecture, hidden stories, and the enduring spirit of a city reborn from conflict and hope. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
What's included
Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience
Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
A physical tour guide (not included)
What to expect
Gare de Metz-Ville
10m
Begin your journey into wartime Metz at Gare de Metz-Ville, the city's iconic train station. Explore its grand neo-Romanesque architecture, uncover hidden scars from WWII, and imagine the dramatic arrivals and departures that shaped history. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers alike!
20m
Finish your tour at Metz's beautiful Esplanade, where monuments and chestnut trees tell stories of war, resilience, and renewal. Reflect on the city's dramatic past and capture a piece of living history.
10m
Wander the winding Rue Taison and hunt for a hidden plaque honoring the city's WWII resistance fighters. Discover stories of courage and coded messages in the heart of historic Metz.
20m
Discover the Hôtel de Ville de Metz, where history and intrigue meet. Explore its grand balcony, hunt for hidden wartime marks, and imagine life under occupation in this storied city hall.
Metz Cathedral
20m
Capture a photo of the cathedral's soaring spires. Then, search the square to find the commemorative plaque marking Metz's liberation in 1944.
10m
You're about to encounter one of Metz's most poignant landmarks—the Synagogue de Metz. Here, history is etched in stone, and every detail tells a story of resilience and remembrance. Your mission: observe, capture, and contemplate.
Place de la Comedie
20m
Step off the tourist trail at Place de la Comédie and discover a hidden WWII memorial plaque. This checkpoint invites you to reflect on the square's powerful, often-overlooked history—right in the heart of Metz's liveliest spot.
10m
Pont des Morts: Stand on the evocative 'Bridge of the Dead' and imagine daring WWII escapes. Plan your own route to freedom as you uncover the bridge's hidden stories and secrets.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.
End point
Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
Not recommended for visually impaired people
Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
Not recommended for seniors over 80
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
