Centre Pompidou-Metz

The Centre Pompidou-Metz is a striking satellite of Centre Pompidou, bringing major modern and contemporary art exhibitions to eastern France. Opened in 2010, it’s housed in an iconic building designed by Shigeru Ban and Jean de Gastines, known for its flowing, woven wooden roof inspired by a Chinese hat.

Unlike a traditional museum with a fixed collection, it operates as a dynamic exhibition space, regularly showcasing works from the vast Pompidou collection alongside international loans. This allows for ambitious, thematic shows that change throughout the year.

What sets it apart is the combination of bold architecture and curatorial experimentation, making it a cultural destination in its own right—and a compelling reason to travel beyond Paris for contemporary art.