Check the information for the right edition
Before you leave, verify the date, the published route and the organiser's guidelines. Use the programme for your year of visit, even if you already know Nancy.
Traffic information and special transport arrangements may be published separately. Do not assume that a shuttle, a free fare or an access point seen another year will automatically be repeated.
Separate arriving in the city from arriving on the spot
First plan your way into Nancy and your settling in. Then decide how to reach the parade area. With luggage, it is better not to discover these two journeys at the last minute.
Choose a meeting point that is easy to recognise and a second place to meet after the outing. Note their names: a description like "near the lights" risks being of little use during the holidays.
Prepare for a comfortable wait
Keep gloves, hats and an extra layer within reach. A power bank can be handy for keeping your return information available.
With children, bring a suitable snack and a break before the outing. The right spot is also the one from which your group can easily leave if the wait becomes too long.
Think about dinner and the way back
If you book a restaurant, leave some margin between the programme and your table. For the way back, use the authorised access points and check the transport service actually planned.
Your accommodation should remain a place where everyone can rest after the outing, with respect for the neighbours. See our Saint Nicholas weekend guide and our tips for staying with children. Discover our apartments available in the old town to extend the celebration with a stay in Nancy.