Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Moselle

Unique in Lorraine, located only ten kilometres from the Luxembourg border, the Hettange-Grande geological nature reserve is one of the eleven French geological reserves recognised under the RNF (Réserves Naturelles de France). Covering an area of 6 hectares, it was created in 1985 by decree of the Ministry of the Environment. The history of the site is unique, since it is an old quarry exploited from Roman times to the 1960s. Today, a marked path punctuated by about fifteen panels is laid out inside the site itself, explaining the various problems of the site, questions about fauna and flora, ranging from geology to botany. Passionate about geology, the place is a good educational tool. You get the fresh air!

Want to know more? Go to the Hettangian's house, located near the site, to collect the right information. Detailed scientific explanations on the reserve and its ecological heritage, as well as a small museum to discover.

Just opposite the Divine Providence convent, these historic buildings once housed the nuns' farm. Livestock farming continued here for centuries, but has now ceased. You can still admire the beautiful farm buildings, including barns, stables, drying sheds, etc.... A remarkable heritage. No tour for the moment. Visible from the outside. The former farm is currently undergoing conversion.