Palais des Ducs de Lorraine

The Palais des Ducs de Lorraine is one of Nancy’s key historic landmarks, linking the city to the former Duchy of Lorraine. Built mainly in the 15th and 16th centuries, it combines late Gothic and early Renaissance features and now forms part of the Musée Lorrain. Visitors come for its elegant courtyard, sculpted details, and insight into regional history, from ducal power to everyday life in Lorraine. It’s a worthwhile stop for travelers interested in architecture, local heritage, and the city’s past beyond Place Stanislas.