Metz Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone

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Duration1h - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city.

This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. During this tour, you’ll learn fun facts about the city’s history.

Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible.

With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: Metz-Ville Station, Serpenoise Gate, Governor's Palace, Basilica, Temple Neuf, Theater, Garnison Temple, Cathedral, and German's Gate.

Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument.

So, are you ready to explore Metz?

What's included

  • Exploration activity on your phone (Android & iOS apps, or on your browser)
  • Quizzes and guides with info about each monument
  • Written Guide (Available in English, French, German and Spanish)
  • Personal guide (this activity is accessible on your smartphone)
  • Entrance tickets to monuments not included
  • This is not an audio tour

What to expect

  1. Porte Serpenoise
    15m
    The Porte Serpenoise traces its origins back to the Roman era, highlighting its long-standing importance in the city's history.
  2. Palais du Gouverneur de Metz
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The palace represents the German Empire's efforts to imprint its architectural style and influence on Metz, which had been annexed into the German Empire from 1871 until the end of World War I in 1918.
  3. 15m · Admission ticket not included
    Transformation to a Church: In the 7th century, the building was converted into a Christian basilica as part of a Benedictine monastery, marking its transition from a secular Roman building to a religious site.
  4. Le Temple Neuf
    15m
    Its design contrasts with the Gothic architecture of the nearby Metz Cathedral, emphasizing the diverse architectural heritage of the city.
  5. Opera Theatre
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The Opera-Theatre was inaugurated in 1752, making it one of the oldest theaters in France still in operation.
  6. Temple de Garnison
    15m
    The Temple de la Garnison was built between 1875 and 1881 during the period when Metz was under German control following the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871). This period lasted until the end of World War I in 1918. It was constructed to serve the spiritual needs of the German military garrison stationed in Metz, highlighting the strategic and military importance of the city during the German annexation.
  7. Metz Cathedral
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The Metz Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Stephen (Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz), is a prominent and historically significant landmark in Metz, France. The cathedral boasts one of the tallest naves in the world, standing at 41.41 meters (136 feet). This contributes to the grandeur and vertical emphasis typical of Gothic cathedrals.
  8. Porte des Allemands
    15m
    The German's Gate (Porte des Allemands) in Metz is a significant historical and architectural landmark. It was constructed between 1230 and 1250, making it one of the oldest and most well-preserved medieval gateways in the city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the first station (Metz-Ville Station) or start your tour wherever you like.
Download the Wanderway app and follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email.

End point

Go to the first station (Metz-Ville Station) or start your tour wherever you like.
Download the Wanderway app and follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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