Stanislas Square, Royal square in central Nancy, France.
Stanislas Square is a royal plaza in central Nancy that measures 125 meters by 106 meters, paved with light ochre stone. Darker stones form diagonal patterns across the surface, giving the ground a rhythmic structure.
The plaza was built between 1752 and 1755 following designs by architect Emmanuel Héré de Corny, connecting the medieval old town of Nancy with the newer district. Its completion marked a turning point in the urban development of the Lorraine capital.
The square takes its name from Stanisław Leszczyński, the former king of Poland who shaped the city as Duke of Lorraine. Jean Lamour's gilded wrought iron gates frame the fountains and separate the open space from the surrounding buildings, their delicate patterns catching the sunlight.
The central location gives direct access to restaurants, museums, and entertainment venues, with the entire area restricted to pedestrians since 2005. Especially in the evening, when lighting highlights the facades and gates, the architecture reveals its full effect.
A time capsule buried during the 250th anniversary celebrations rests beneath the pavement, containing citizen portraits and a lunar meteorite. Few visitors know about this hidden legacy beneath their feet.
Location: Nancy
Inception: November 26, 1755
Architects: Emmanuel Héré de Corny
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture, Rococo
Part of: Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy, réseau viaire de Nancy
Address: Pl. Stanislas, 54000 Nancy, France
Phone: +33383352241
Website: https://pop.culture.gouv.fr/notice/merimee/PA00106311
GPS coordinates: 48.69361,6.18333
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:43
France offers diverse winter destinations spanning both urban and natural landscapes. The Alpine regions contain several ski areas, including Chamonix-Mont-Blanc at the base of Western Europe's highest peak, Les Trois Vallées with its extensive network of runs, and L'Alpe d'Huez at elevations above 5,900 feet (1,800 meters). The Aiguille du Midi provides access to high alpine views through a cable car system, while Lake Annecy presents a winter landscape within the Savoie Alps. Cities across the country display their historical architecture during the colder months. Strasbourg Christmas Market transforms the city center into a seasonal gathering place, Nancy presents the 18th-century Place Stanislas, and Paris maintains structures including Sainte-Chapelle and the Jardin du Luxembourg. Beyond the capital, Versailles Palace stands with its formal gardens, Château de Chambord occupies the Loire Valley, and the Palais des Papes remains in Avignon. The Notre-Dame de Reims cathedral shows 13th-century Gothic architecture, while Mont Saint-Michel stays accessible on its tidal island. Additional sites include the Roman-era Nîmes Arena, Pont du Gard, and the medieval fortress of Carcassonne. The Grotte de Lascaux displays prehistoric art, while Les Eyzies de Tayac holds archaeological sites. Southern regions such as the Calanques near Marseille, Gorges du Verdon, Grande Plage in Biarritz, and Cap d'Ail Beach provide access to Mediterranean and Atlantic coastlines, even during winter months.
Opéra national de Lorraine
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Hôtel de ville de Nancy
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Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy
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Grand Hotel
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Nancy - 6 rue Lyautey
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Statue of Emmanuel Héré
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Fontaine d’Amphitrite (Place Stanislas)
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Immeuble, 10 place Stanislas
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Immeuble, 13 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 16 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 18 rue Héré
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Hôtel Hocquet
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Immeuble, 24 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 20 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 3 rue Lyautey
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Immeuble, 22 rue Héré
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Immeubles, 6, 8 place Stanislas
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Immeuble, 26 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 28 rue Héré
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Immeuble, 2 place d'Alliance, 8 rue Lyautey
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Immeuble, 19 rue Héré
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Façade de l'Opéra National de Lorraine
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Immeuble, 5bis rue Lyautey
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Immeuble, 14 place Stanislas
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Immeuble, 12 place Stanislas
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Immeubles, 7, 9, 11 place Stanislas
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Hôtel du Baron Vincent
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Immeuble, 17 rue Héré
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