Origin and history

The Castle of the Bishops of Metz is a monument located in Moulins-lès-Metz, in the Grand Est region. Although its name evokes a religious and episcopal function, the available sources do not specify its period of construction or its detailed history. This type of castle was generally linked to the authority of bishops, often used as a residence or place of temporal and spiritual power.

In the general historical context of the Great East, medieval castles or Ancient Regime played a central role in the territorial organization. They served as administrative, military or religious centres, reflecting the power of local lords or ecclesiastical institutions. The population often lived around these buildings, depending on their protection and economic influence.