for Art Nouveau Nancy

What to see and do This majestic city in Lorraine is known for its Art Nouveau architecture (above) thanks to the École Nancy, a school of sculptors, glass workers, engravers, cabinetmakers and architects from the early 20th century. Admire their craftsmanship at the Villa Majorelle, while another superb collection is found at the Musée de l’école de Nancy, housed in a villa and its grounds south of the city centre. The Museum of Fine Arts, set on the resplendent Place Stanislas, is home to the Daum collection – more than 700 items of exquisite Art Nouveau glassware.

Where to eat Continue the Art Nouveau theme with a meal at Brasserie L’excelsior, brasserie-excelsior-nancy.fr, which is popular with locals and visitors alike.

Where to stay Stylish bed and breakfast Villa 1901, lavilla1901.fr, has five spacious rooms all decorated in an eclectic yet modern fashion.