Aqueduct from Gorze to Metz, Roman aqueduct remains in Ars-sur-Moselle and Jouy-aux-Arches, France.
The aqueduct from Gorze to Metz extends over 22 kilometers through the Moselle region, featuring underground sections and elevated stone arches crossing valleys.
Constructed in the second century, this Roman water system supplied the city of Divodurum with fresh water for its 20,000 inhabitants and public facilities.
The structure demonstrates Roman engineering methods, including surveying tools like chorobate and groma, plus local limestone and oak materials for construction.
Visitors can observe the remaining arches and foundations at two main locations, with several walking paths providing access to different viewpoints.
The aqueduct maintained water flow through an elevation difference using gravity, with settling basins ensuring clean water delivery to the ancient city.
Location: Ars-sur-Moselle
Location: Jouy-aux-Arches
GPS coordinates: 49.06528,6.08028
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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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Ouvrage d’infanterie de Bois-la-Dame
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Vieux pont de Moulins-lès-Metz
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Temple protestant d'Ars-sur-Moselle
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Église Saint-Rémy de Vaux
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Église Saint-Hilaire de Jussy
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Ossuaire d'Ancy-sur-Moselle
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Cimetière juif d'Augny
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Église Saint-Remi de Rozérieulles
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Église Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens de Féy
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Saint John the Baptist Church
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Église Saint-André de Jouy-aux-Arches
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Église Saint-Clément de Dornot
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Franco-Prussian War cemetery of Ancy-sur-Moselle
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Église Sainte-Ruffine de Sainte-Ruffine
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Église Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens de Saint-Pierre
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Chapelle Saint-Pierre de Féy
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Chapelle Saint-Roch d'Ars-sur-Moselle
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