Gare de Metz-Ville, Railway station in Metz, France
The railway station features symmetrical towers, arched windows, and stone facades combining German Romanesque architecture with Art Nouveau decorative elements throughout the structure.
Constructed in 1908 during German administration of the region, architect Jurgen Kroger designed the station as part of the new Imperial Quarter development plan.
The station building represents the architectural transition period when Metz was under German influence, incorporating both Germanic and French design elements.
The station provides rail connections to Paris, Luxembourg, and major German cities while offering passenger services across three levels of the building.
The station clock tower reaches 40 meters in height and contains the former private apartment of Emperor Wilhelm II with direct platform access.
Location: Metz
Inception: 1908
Architects: Jürgen Kröger
Official opening: 1908
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Elevation above the sea: 179 m
Address: 3, place du Général-de-Gaulle 57000 Metz
GPS coordinates: 49.10980,6.17750
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
Metz offers numerous scenic locations that highlight its history and architectural development. The city features notable buildings such as Saint-Étienne Cathedral with its 6,500 square meters of stained glass from the 13th to the 20th century, the Neo-Romanesque New Temple with its reflections on the Moselle, and the Gare-Palais built in 1908 with its clock tower and carved stone details. The Botanical Garden hosts collections of rare plants and a greenhouse showcasing tropical and Mediterranean vegetation, while the Water Plan near the city center offers interesting views with reflections on the water surface. Remnants of the past are visible throughout the city. Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains Basilica, a Roman structure from the 4th century converted into a church, stands next to the Cour d'Or Museum located in medieval buildings displaying Roman remains and regional art collections. The Imperial Quarter reveals neo-Romanesque and neo-Renaissance architecture from 1871-1918, with stone facades and characteristic decorative elements. From Mount Saint-Quentin at 358 meters above sea level, one can observe the valley of the Moselle and the urban complex. These sites form a varied visual journey through the city's historical eras and architectural styles.
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Metz Citadel
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Église Saint-Martin de Metz
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Chapelle Sainte-Glossinde de Metz
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Tour Camoufle
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Hôtel des Arts et Métiers de Metz
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Caserne Ney
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Hospice Saint-Nicolas
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Hôtel de Heu
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Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Moselle
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Fontaine Coislin
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Chapelle Sainte-Chrétienne du couvent de Metz
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