A cross, a mitre and a white beard: does anyone come to mind? Saint Nicholas of course! As 6 December draws near, all of Lorraine celebrates to joyously welcome the holy man: gingerbread, gifts, parades, gourmet markets, street performances, processions and more. Come and see him in Nancy and Saint-Nicolas de Port : the festivities honouring the patron saint of schoolchildren last for over a month!
Do you know where Christmas ornaments came from? Legend has it that in December 1858, with no fruit to hang on the tree, a glass blower replaced them with glass baubles. Visit Meisenthal every year in November to discover this unique know-how and marvel at the latest contemporary crea-tions.
Auxerrois is a traditional Lorraine grape variety. To fully appreciate this subtle white grape used in 3 Lorraine wines (Côtes de Meuse, AOC Côtes de Toul and AOC Moselle), head to the Vigne d’Adam wine shop in Plappeville*: François Adam was named 2018 wine merchant of the year by the prestigious magazine Revue du vin de France! *Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Please consume in moderation.
Not just any quiche: the one, the only, the authentic! Taste Fabrice Gwizdak’s recipe with farm-house bacon, eggs, cream, milk and a dash of nutmeg. The artisan baker and pastry chef from Nancy does justice to the jewel of Lorraine’s cuisine.
In early spring, take a stroll among the mirabelle plum orchards in full bloom. The beautiful white flowers, that will bear the long-awaited fruit come summer, give off a delicate scent that fills the atmosphere. A fleeting display signalling the return of good weather.
Fancy a beer? Les Brasseurs de Lorraine in Pont-à-Mousson have a wide variety of 100% artisanal beer. These passionate brewers reveal their beer-making secrets on guided tours every Friday at 5 p.m. Treat yourself to a tasting*. *Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Please consume in moderation.
Fans of hiking and contemporary art will love the Vent des Forêts! Discover more than one hundred works of art in the heart of the Meuse forests along 7 marked trails, ranging from 3 km to 14 km. Visit the site in July to discover the new creations by artists and designers from around the world.
