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Siege of Metz (1870)

The Siege of Metz lasting from 19 August – 27 October 1870 was fought during the Franco-Prussian War and ended in a decisive Prussian victory.

Located at 49.1203, 6.17778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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1870 in France, Conflicts in 1870, Sieges involving France, Battles of the Franco-Prussian War, Metz

Roman Catholic Diocese of Metz

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Metz is a Diocese of the Latin Rite of the Roman Catholic church in France. In the Middle Ages it was in effect an independent state, part of the Holy Roman Empire, ruled by the bishop who had the ex officio title of count. It was annexed to France by King Henry II in 1552; this was recognized by the Holy Roman Empire in the Peace of Westphalia of 1648. It then was part of the province of the Three Bishoprics.

Located at 49.1201, 6.17591 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Metz, Roman Catholic dioceses in France

Paul Verlaine University – Metz

Paul Verlaine University - Metz (Université Paul Verlaine - Metz, or UPV-M) was a French university, based in Metz. It merged with Nancy-I, Nancy-II, and the INPL forming the University of Lorraine. The merger process started in 2009 with the creation of a "pôles de recherche et d'enseignement supérieur" or PRES and was completed 1st January 2012.

Located at 49.1197, 6.16667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Defunct universities and colleges in France, Educational institutions established in 1970, Buildings and structures in Metz, Education in Lorraine

Opéra-Théâtre de Metz Métropole

The Opéra-Théatre de Metz Métropole is an 750-seat opera house and theatre located on the Petit-Saulcy island in Metz, capital of the Lorraine region, France. It is the oldest opera house working in France and one of the oldest in Europe. It is also one of the last possessing its own costume ateliers in France.

Located at 49.1217, 6.17278 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Opera houses in France, Buildings and structures in Metz, Visitor attractions in Lorraine, Visitor attractions in Metz

Museums of Metz

The Museums of Metz (Musées de Metz), in Metz, France, were founded in 1839. They are also known as the Golden Courtyard Museums, in reference to the palace of Austrasia's kings in Metz, whose buildings they occupy. The collections in this museum(s) are distributed through a 3,500 m² labyrinthal organization of rooms, incorporating the ancient Petites Carmes Abbey, the Chèvremont granary, and the Trinitaires church.

Located at 49.1211, 6.17806 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Museums established in 1839, Buildings and structures in Metz, Archaeological museums in France, Architecture museums, Art museums and galleries in France, Military and war museums in France, Museums in Moselle, 1839 establishments in France, Museums of Ancient Rome in France, Visitor attractions in Metz

Lycée Fabert

Lycée Fabert is a senior high school in Metz, Moselle, Lorraine, France. The school, in the city centre, was the first lycée in Metz.

Located at 49.1228, 6.1725 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Lycées in France, Buildings and structures in Moselle, Education in Lorraine

Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains

The basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains is a pre-medieval church building in Metz, France. It began life as a Roman gymnasium in the 4th century AD, making it one of the oldest churches in Europe.

Located at 49.115, 6.16944 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Metz, Churches in Metz, Ancient Roman buildings and structures in France, Visitor attractions in Metz

Abbey of Saint-Arnould

The Abbey of Saint-Arnould, St. Arnold,Saint-Arnoult or Abbey of the Holy Apostles is a Benedictine abbey residing in Metz since the 6th century.

Located at 49.118, 6.1715 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Benedictine monasteries in France, History of Catholic monasticism, Christian monasteries established in the 10th century,