In Metting, architectural history can be seen in a specific building: the Temple School dates from 1834. The Circuit de l'Eselbahn is another option for a hike in the surrounding area; its starting point is in Vilsberg. This makes it possible to distinguish the cultural attractions in the village from a separate excursion.
Architectural History and Religious Heritage
The Temple School in Metting was built in 1834 and is an example of the regional chapel-school building type. The year it was built places the building in its historical period, while its classification by building type situates it in a regional context. Those interested in architecture will find both here in one place: a specific construction date and a precise classification as a chapel school. The focus is therefore not only on the building’s age, but also on its significance as an example of a regional building type.
The Protestant Church of Metting is located on rue Boesch. Parking is available at the church. Check the current parking situation before your visit, as facilities may change. The Échanges et Amitié association also organizes tours and workshops to introduce visitors to the local heritage of Metting and its surrounding area. If you would like to include a tour or workshop in your plans, contact the association in advance to ask what is currently on offer.
Jewish Heritage in the Surrounding Area
There is a Jewish cemetery in Metting. Another cemetery is located in Schalbach, two kilometres from Metting. It was used by the Jewish communities of Schalbach, Sarre-Union and Metting. The history of this site thus explicitly connects the three communities with the cemetery in Schalbach. The distance and historical use are distinct aspects: the cemetery is two kilometres away, while its use refers to the communities involved.
Hiking and Cycling
The Circuit de l'Eselbahn starts in Vilsberg, near Metting. This 12-kilometre hiking route has a stated duration of four hours. Its starting point is therefore in Vilsberg, not Metting. The length and stated duration help you plan the excursion as a separate activity. Check trail conditions and access before setting out.
Part of the Circuit de l'Eselbahn follows a former metre-gauge railway that connected Lutzelbourg with Drulingen. The railway transported dressed sandstone blocks from the quarries of Vilsberg and Hangviller to the Marne-Rhine Canal in Lutzelbourg. This gives the hiking route a specific historical connection to the railway’s former use. This applies to part of the route; the Circuit does not follow the former metre-gauge railway in its entirety.
For cyclists, the Pays de Phalsbourg is a regional point of reference: there are several separate cycle routes there, created between 2004 and 2007 to connect some of the area’s most important sights. These cycle routes offer a regional perspective on the sights, while the Circuit de l'Eselbahn is a single hiking route with a named starting point, length and duration.
Accommodation in Metting
A tourism listing updated in 2025 states that the Chez Joséphine bed and breakfast in Metting has four rooms. Availability may change, so check for your travel dates before booking. This accommodation offers a specific way to include an overnight stay in the village in your plans while exploring Metting’s architectural and local history.
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