Quai des Régates, River pier in central Metz, France.
The Quai des Régates extends along the Moselle River, providing a vantage point for watching boats and water activities throughout the seasons.
The pier emerged as a significant water infrastructure during the development of Metz's riverside, connecting the city center with nautical activities.
The Quai des Régates houses the Regates Messines Club, which organizes water sports training and competitions for the local community.
The pier remains accessible daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with dedicated parking spaces and direct connections to the city center.
Visitors can observe the Cathedral of Metz from the pier while watching sailing boats navigate through the Moselle waters.
Location: Metz
GPS coordinates: 49.11640,6.16719
Latest update: June 23, 2025 15:01
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.
Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains
224 m
Temple Neuf, Metz
577 m
Palais du Gouverneur
345 m
Arsenal de Metz
313 m
École d'application de l'artillerie et du génie
376 m
Abbey of Saint-Arnould
375 m
Marché Couvert
629 m
Pont des Morts
435 m
Moselle River in Metz
151 m
Metz Citadel
432 m
Esplanade
208 m
Templar Chapelle in Metz
284 m
Palais de Justice de Metz
271 m
Covered Market
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Chapelle Sainte-Glossinde de Metz
603 m
Maison natale de Verlaine
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Caserne Ney
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Magasin aux vivres de Metz
299 m
Medieval houses in Metz
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Caserne Barbot
628 m
Jardin Boufflers
226 m
Cinéma Caméo Ariel
550 m
Église Les Prêcheresses
603 m
Collégiale Saint-Sauveur de Metz
625 m
Aux Morts de la Guerre
526 m
Immeuble, 8 rue de la Haye
536 m
Chapelle Sainte-Chrétienne du couvent de Metz
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Immeubles, 3, 3bis rue du Coëtlosquet, 4 rue des Trois-Boulangers
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