The Waterfront

The Plan d'eau of Metz, a nature break in the heart of the city

The Plan d'eau of Metz is the ideal place for a nature break in the heart of the city. The Metz audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this vast space by the Moselle, a place of relaxation, walking and leisure appreciated by the people of Metz.

A leisure space on the Moselle

Located in the heart of the city, the Plan d'eau of Metz extends partly over the neighbouring commune of Longeville-lès-Metz. Formed by the Moselle, it opens to boating and water activities, and hosts multiple festivities throughout the year. Lined with greenery and promenades, it is one of the great relaxation spaces of the city, combining nature, water and leisure.

What to see

Here you enjoy the waterside walks, the green spaces and the water activities, in a pleasant setting in the heart of the city. The Plan d'eau also hosts festivities and events throughout the year. It is a refreshing stop, ideal for a relaxing break between two monument visits.

Practical information

The Plan d'eau of Metz lies in the heart of the city centre, by the Moselle, reachable on foot. It is an open-air public space, freely accessible, suitable for walking and relaxing; the water activities and festivities have their own hours and seasons. The waterside is particularly pleasant in fine weather.

What is the Plan d'eau of Metz?

It is a vast space formed by the Moselle in the heart of the city, open to boating, water activities and festivities, ideal for a nature break.

Where is the Plan d'eau of Metz?

In the heart of the city centre of Metz, by the Moselle, partly on the commune of Longeville-lès-Metz.