City: Grand Est
Top Things to do in Grand Est
The 10 Best Historic Sites in Grand Est, France
Grand Est, previously Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine, is an administrative region in northeastern France.
Restaurants in Grand Est
1. Fort De Schoenenbourg
2. Gros Ouvrage Maginot du Hackenberg
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5.0 based on 1,349 reviews
Reviewed By MartijnDdorf - Ruhr Area, Germany
We enjoyed visiting the Ouvrage Hackenberg, dug into the Hackenberg hill. By taking the internal train to combat block 9 you understand how big this fortress is. Our guide Alain gave a passionate tour as his grandfather was a soldier at the Ouvrage during WW2. Seeing the turret in block 9 in action, from the in- and outside, was impressive. Be prepared that most guides only speak French and make sure to bring warm clothes, as the tour takes 2,5 hours and the inside temperature is 12 degrees C all year round.
3. L'Aventure des Mines - ASEPAM
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
4. Basilique Saint-Remi
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4.5 based on 1,116 reviews
Reviewed By SimonaRad - Paris, France
After seeing the big cathedral in the center, one would think that there is nothing else to see but this basilica is worth it. For special occasions they organize pipe organ concerts
5. Museum of the Surrender
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4.5 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By MikeD5862 - Auckland, New Zealand
This place challenges you to use your imagination and asks you to stay and listen to the stories. There is something about the map room that inspires you to learn more about those who sat there in 1945 and asks you to look more closely at the people behind the names. There is something about the story of the unofficial newspaper that shows the US determined to seperate information from propaganda to let the front line forces make up their own minds, as the Axis trops were unable to. And there is something about the newspaper articles that casts sharp focus on history. The museum itself casts sharp focus of the position of Reims in history, and to the Second World War in particular. I can think of few places that will better reward the time spent here.
6. Eglise protestante Saint Pierre le Jeune
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4.5 based on 465 reviews
Reviewed By catrionah707 - Teddington, United Kingdom
Half protestant and half catholic, this is a very unusual church with plenty of interesting features. Parts of it are in real need of restoration, so worth a visit and helping to support.
7. Ancien camp de concentration de Natzweiler-Struthof
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4.5 based on 696 reviews
Site officiel de l'ancien camp de concentration de Natzweiler-Struthof, le seul camp nazi sur le territoire français, alors en Alsace annexée
Reviewed By Titch-the-Witch - Romanel, Switzerland
This is a beautiful location with a horrific history. I think this is one of the lesser known concentration camps but it is worth a visit. It is set on a fairly steep slope which was an additional problem for those interned here. There is a film in the main building as well as information about other camps. On the site itself there are only a few barracks left, including one used for "experiments" on the prisoners where there is also a gas chamber and a cremation oven. Off the main site there is another gas chamber in what used to be a hall used for parties. It is thought-provoking and shocking that over 20,000 people perished here. I don't consider this would be a suitable visit for younger children.
8. Metz Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,854 reviews
One of the tallest cathedrals in France, the 12th-century building is also known for its extensive use of stained-glass windows.
Reviewed By thomasozbun - Vicenza, Italy
Mostly built in the Gothic style between the 13th and 16th centuries it holds the largest expanse of stained glass in the world, most of which from famous artists throughout history such as Hermann von Munster from the 13th century and modernist Marc Chagall from the 20th. As soon as we entered, in fact, the interior was immense and amazing with a huge nave all decorated with stained glass. We also admired the sculpted extior too, built in the local yellow Jaumont Limestone.
9. Maison Ruinart
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4.5 based on 478 reviews
The House of Ruinart is unlike any other. It was the first established House of Champagne in 1729 and inspired by the intuition of a monk well ahead of his time…
Reviewed By AustinTxOne
While we enjoyed our tours of other champagne houses, nothing compared with our tour of Maison Ruinart (the oldest champagne house in France). Our guide was absolutely lovely, and she provided the most informative and interesting tour of the Crayers. After the tour, our group sat together in a salon and enjoyed the most pleasurable, relaxed wine tasting. In all the experience left the impression of Ruinart as the most elegant, refined champagne house in France. I was reluctant at first to review Ruinart, fearing that a positive review might result in mobs of people with cameras flooding Ruinart in a manner similar to crowds that swarm Moet & Chandon; however, after reading other recent reviews, I was relieved to see remarks from people less impressed that we (e.g., "don't bother"). Yes, there are far less expensive tasting options, large family friendly group tours, and tours with informal guides and large gift shops so PLEASE do choose one of those champagne houses if those features suit your needs and priorities.
10. Cave historique des hospices civils de Strasbourg
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By editorgoodlifefrance - Kent, United Kingdom
Loved my tour of this ancient wine cellar and shop. They have the oldest bottle of white wine in the world here, dates to 1472. The tour is fascinating and you can buy some of the best local wines at a great price. A steady stream of locals came in to buy wine while I was there! A fascinating experience that's quirky and a bit off the beaten track - and all the better for it!
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