You have to see it to believe it! In Longwy, just a short hop from Luxemburg in Lorraine, the visitor will discover the most beautiful enamel in France, whether they are art-lovers or not! Heirs to two centuries of exceptional savoir-faire, the earthenware factories of Longwy still contribute to the town’s international reputation, with the help of artists from across the globe, thanks to their traditional and contemporary creations. But Longwy is also an extraordinary citadel, listed as World Heritage, with the church of Saint-Dagobert and an array of unexpected treasures.
The Récollets park
A walking hotspot for the locals of Longwy…and for visitors too. Relaxation guaranteed!
Longwy listed by UNESCO
Did you know? The Citadel of Longwy is on the World Heritage list as part of the network of major sites relating to Vauban. It must be said that, despite the ravages of war and time, it has been particularly well-preserved.
Sporting activities
The golf course in Longwy is unique in France! Not for its size, nor its layout nor even for its landscapes; but for its history. In fact, just a few years ago, it was home to factories and blast furnaces.
The Manufacture des émaux
The delicate smoothing stage is carried out by the expert hands of artisan artists at the Manufacture des Emaux in Longwy, an earthenware factory with more than two centuries of history and a savoir-faire that is unique in the world.
Longwy enamel
What would become of the town without its earthenware factory? For more than two centuries, the town has been a centre for the production of enamel and earthenware pieces of rare beauty, as this superb vase proves!
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