Place de la Carrière is much longer and thinner than the nearby Place Stanislas. At one time this public area was used as a riding green and jousting area, with members of the community crowding around to see who would be knocked from their horse first. Today the square is more of an avenue, with a park running through the centre. It is a place of tranquillity and calm that attracts locals and visitors to the many nearby bars and cafes.
