Coming to Nancy
By train
Nancy is located 90 minutes from Paris by TGV, and the train station is located in the city center. Alternatively, take the train to Lorraine TGV station and then take a shuttle bus to Nancy.
By car
From Paris or Strasbourg, take the A4 motorway.
From Brussels, Luxembourg, or Dijon, take the A31 motorway
By plane
From Metz-Nancy Lorraine Regional Airport
Airport website: lorraineaeroport.com
45 km north of Nancy – Access via the A31 motorway.
A shuttle service is available from the airport, with timetables tailored to regular flights. The shuttle serves Nancy train station. Access to Nancy-St Léon train station, located on Rue Saint Léon.
Tickets can be purchased directly from the driver and can be paid for in cash, by credit card, or by check. You can also reserve your tickets in advance.
Shuttle timetable from the airport to Nancy
From Luxembourg Airport
Airport website: www.lux-airport.lu
From Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris
Several high-speed trains connect Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris to Lorraine TGV station in just under an hour.
You can also go through the center of Paris (Gare de l'Est station). Take the RER B line—a train connects the airport to Paris (see the RER map : www.ratp.fr/plans-lignes/rer/b
The journey takes about 30-45 minutes. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the RER from the airport terminal.
To reach the RER, follow the signs for “Paris enTrain, RER.” Get off the train at Gare du Nord station and take Metro line 4 (using the same ticket) towards Porte d'Orléans.
Gare de l'Est is the first stop; from Gare de l'Est, you can take a TGV train to Nancy (1 hour 30 minutes).
From Paris-Orly Airport
Take the ORLYVAL shuttle from the airport to the RER station “Antony.” Take the RER B towards Paris center (see the RER map: www.ratp.fr/plans-lignes/rer/b). Get off at Gare du Nord station and take Metro line 4 (using the same ticket) towards Porte d'Orléans. Gare de l'Est is the first stop; from Gare de l'Est, you can take a TGV train to Nancy (1 hour 30 minutes).
How to get around Nancy?
To get to the conference at the Faculty of Science and Technology in Nancy:
From Nancy Ville train station, take the T1 tram towards Vandoeuvre Brabois - H.
TRAM & BUS
Taking the tram is the fastest way to get to Nancy city center or travel outside the city. An extensive bus network is also available.
You can find the bus map and fares on the Réseau Stan website: www.reseau-stan.com
We suggest you buy a “PASS10” ticket, which allows you to make 10 trips (can be shared with other people).
Accomodation
Below is a selection of hotels where you can stay during your visit:
2* hotels
Revotel Hotel
Ibis Budget Nancy Centre Hotel
3* hotels
Hôtel de Guise
Hôtel Ibis Nancy Centre Stanislas
Cit'Hôtel La Résidence
Hôtel Stanley by Happyculture
Campanile Nancy Centre Gare
Ibis Nancy Centre Gare et Congrès
Apparthotel Adagio Access Nancy Centre
Residhome Apparthotel
You can also visit the Destination Nancy website, which offers a wide range of accommodation options in Nancy.
What to do in Nancy ?
Place Stanislas
Connecting Nancy's old town and new town, Place Stanislas was built in 1752. With its fountains, cobblestones, and Héré arch, it forms an absolutely magnificent ensemble. Along with its two neighbors, Place d'Alliance and Place de la Carrière, Place Stanislas is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Old Town
With its narrow streets, cobblestones, and medieval architecture, Nancy's Old Town is steeped in history and remains an essential place to visit in Nancy. Head to the Porte de la Craffe, a medieval fortification built in the 14th century, and immerse yourself in the era of the Duchy of Lorraine as you admire the ducal palace.
The Porte de la Craffe is a fortification built before the Vauban era. This gate was obviously used to protect the city, but that's not all! It was also through this gate that, until 1610, the Dukes of Lorraine entered the city.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Located on Place Stanislas, the museum displays various European works from the late 14th century to the present day. Created in 1793, the museum also regularly honors artists from Lorraine.
Villa Majorelle
Designed by architect Henri Sauvage in the early 20th century, it was the first house built entirely in the Art Nouveau style in Nancy.
Musée de l'École de Nancy
Nancy was one of the major centers of Art Nouveau. Entirely dedicated to this artistic movement, this mansion houses the most beautiful pieces by Gallé, Majorelle, Vallin, Gruber, and others, recreating the atmosphere of a private home from the 1900s.
The museum is entirely dedicated to artists from Nancy. Here, everything is arabesques, curved lines, colors, and exuberant patterns. Unique pieces highlight the techniques and talent of local artists and craftsmen.
