Porte Saint-Georges, City gate in Nancy, France
Porte Saint-Georges is a city gate in Nancy featuring a monumental facade with Tuscan architectural elements and a pediment crowned by statues. These sculptures represent Saint George, war, and peace, and were created by sculptors Jean Richier and Florent Drouin.
The gate was built between 1606 and 1619 during the expansion of Nancy's New Town. It served as a major route connecting the eastern and western parts of the city during that period of growth.
The statues depicting Saint George alongside figures of war and peace reflect the artistic values that mattered to craftspeople in 17th century Lorraine. Today they shape how the square looks and speak to what the community considered important.
The gate is located at Place du Colonel Driant and provides direct access to the historical center. From here you can easily explore the downtown area and connect with public transportation.
The gate was renamed several times during the French Revolution before returning to its original name. These name changes reflect the political shifts of that turbulent period.
Location: Nancy
Address: place du Colonel-Driant
GPS coordinates: 48.69240,6.18869
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
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