Saturday morning: discover the old town
Start around Place Saint-Epvre and the Grande Rue. Take the time to look at the doors and façades, then continue towards the Porte de la Craffe if the walk suits your group.
Choose a lunch with enough leeway after you arrive. If you travel in the morning, this stage can also become the programme for the start of the afternoon.
Saturday afternoon: reach the garden
Go via Place de la Carrière and the Héré arch to reach Place Stanislas. You will gradually discover the shift from the old streets to a more open space.
Then set aside some time for the Ephemeral Garden during its opening period. Take a first walk through at your own pace, then choose a few details to observe. If you have planned a guided activity, build the half-day around its time slot.
This route is a suggested stay. It describes neither an official required entrance nor a guaranteed visit length.
Saturday evening: keep a real break
An autumn walk can make you want to settle somewhere warm before heading out to dinner. Book according to your programme rather than scheduling two activities too close together.
A second walk through the garden can be considered within its opening hours. However, you should not assume that a night-time show or special lighting is planned: check the announcements for any specific event.
Sunday: a visit and some free time
In the morning, choose an activity that complements your discovery: a museum, an available tour or a food-themed walk. Check the opening day, whether booking is needed and the time required to reach the place.
Then keep a moment for shopping, a final meal or a return to the favourite district from the day before. Your stay will be more enjoyable if you don't schedule a fixed-time activity just before you leave.
Adapting the programme to your group
With children, shorten the walks and make room for the garden investigations. As a couple, you can favour an artistic discovery and a dinner.
Before booking, check the check-in times for the accommodation and the departure conditions. Luggage cannot be assumed to be kept before or after the booked period.
To prepare the details, find the practical garden guide and our advice on choosing where to sleep.
Discover the availability of our apartments in the old town for your weekend in Nancy.