Metz
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| Name | Metz |
| Arrondissement | Metz-Ville |
| Canton | Chief town of 4 cantons |
| Insee | 57463 |
| Postal code | 57000 |
| Mayor | Dominique Gros |
Metz is a city located in the Grand Est region of France, situated near the Moselle River and the Luxembourg border, and is the capital of the Moselle department. The city is known for its rich history, which includes being part of the Roman Empire, the Holy Roman Empire, and the Kingdom of France, with notable figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and Charles de Gaulle having played significant roles in its development. Metz is also home to several notable landmarks, including the Metz Cathedral, the Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains, and the Imperial District, which was built during the German annexation of Alsace-Lorraine. The city has a strong connection to nearby cities, such as Nancy, France, Strasbourg, and Luxembourg City, and is part of the QuattroPole union of cities, along with Trier, Saarbrücken, and Luxembourg City.
Geography
Metz is situated in the Moselle valley, near the Vosges Mountains and the Ardennes, and is part of the Lorraine region, which also includes the Meuse department and the Vosges department. The city is surrounded by several natural areas, including the Regional Natural Park of Lorraine and the Moselle River valley, which is home to several species of fish, such as the European catfish and the Northern pike. The climate in Metz is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with average temperatures ranging from Reims to Mulhouse. The city is also close to several major rivers, including the Rhine River and the Saar River, which flow into the Moselle River.
History
The history of Metz dates back to the Iron Age, when it was inhabited by the Mediomatrici tribe, and later became an important city in the Roman Empire, with Emperor Constantine and Emperor Julian having visited the city. During the Middle Ages, Metz was a major center of trade and commerce, with the University of Metz being founded in 1572 by Charles III, Duke of Lorraine. The city was also an important location during the Thirty Years' War, with the Treaty of Westphalia being signed in 1648 and the city being occupied by the Swedish Empire under Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden. Metz was also a key location during World War I and World War II, with the city being occupied by the German Army under Kaiser Wilhelm II and later being liberated by the United States Army under General George S. Patton.
Culture
The culture of Metz is characterized by its rich history and its location in the Lorraine region, with the city being home to several museums, including the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Metz and the Centre Pompidou-Metz. The city is also known for its festivals, such as the Festival international de musique de Metz and the Fête de la Mirabelle, which celebrates the Mirabelle plum. Metz is also home to several notable landmarks, including the Metz Cathedral, which is one of the tallest cathedrals in Europe, and the Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains, which is one of the oldest churches in France. The city has a strong connection to nearby cities, such as Nancy, France, Strasbourg, and Luxembourg City, and is part of the QuattroPole union of cities, along with Trier, Saarbrücken, and Luxembourg City.
Economy
The economy of Metz is characterized by its strong industrial sector, with the city being home to several major companies, including ArcelorMittal, Saarstahl, and ThyssenKrupp. The city is also a major center of trade and commerce, with the Port of Metz being one of the largest inland ports in Europe. Metz is also home to several research institutions, including the University of Lorraine and the Georgia Institute of Technology, and is part of the Upper Rhine region, which includes the Alsace and Lorraine regions. The city has a strong connection to nearby cities, such as Nancy, France, Strasbourg, and Luxembourg City, and is part of the QuattroPole union of cities, along with Trier, Saarbrücken, and Luxembourg City.
Transportation
The transportation network in Metz is characterized by its strong rail and road connections, with the city being served by the Gare de Metz-Ville railway station and the A31 highway. The city is also home to the Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport, which is one of the largest airports in the Grand Est region. Metz is also connected to several major cities, including Paris, Lyon, and Strasbourg, by the TGV high-speed rail network, and is part of the Rhine-Alpine Corridor, which includes the Rhine River and the A1 highway. The city has a strong connection to nearby cities, such as Nancy, France, Strasbourg, and Luxembourg City, and is part of the QuattroPole union of cities, along with Trier, Saarbrücken, and Luxembourg City.
Education
The education system in Metz is characterized by its strong universities, including the University of Lorraine and the Georgia Institute of Technology, which offer a range of programs in fields such as engineering, business, and medicine. The city is also home to several research institutions, including the National Center for Scientific Research and the French National Institute for Health and Medical Research, and is part of the Upper Rhine region, which includes the Alsace and Lorraine regions. Metz is also connected to several major universities, including the University of Strasbourg, the University of Nancy, and the University of Luxembourg, and is part of the European University Institute, which includes the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, and the Sorbonne University. The city has a strong connection to nearby cities, such as Nancy, France, Strasbourg, and Luxembourg City, and is part of the QuattroPole union of cities, along with Trier, Saarbrücken, and Luxembourg City.