Hotels in Jouy-aux-Arches

Jouy-aux-Arches: Roman Aqueduct Village on the Moselle

Jouy-aux-Arches is a commune in the Moselle department of Grand Est, roughly 12 km southwest of Metz. The village takes its name from the arches of a Roman aqueduct built in the 2nd century AD to supply water to the Roman city of Divodurum — modern Metz. Twenty-three of the original stone arches still stand along the Moselle riverbank, making the site one of the better-preserved examples of Roman hydraulic engineering in northeastern France.

Where to Stay and Getting Around

Hotels serving Jouy-aux-Arches are concentrated in nearby Metz, reachable in under 20 minutes by car via the D157. The village itself suits travelers combining Roman heritage with the Gothic architecture of Metz Cathedral and the collections of the Centre Pompidou-Metz, which opened in 2010. Rail travelers arrive at Gare de Metz-Ville; local buses connect the station to surrounding villages.

Practical Tips

• Access: Drive or take a local bus from Metz city centre; the aqueduct arches are visible from the D657 riverside road.
• Season: Spring and early autumn offer mild temperatures along the Moselle; summer sees cycling traffic on the EuroVelo 5 route nearby.
• Currency: Euro (EUR); card payment accepted at most Metz hotels.