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Metz Municipal Elections 2026: Airbnb Impact

March 15 & 22, 2026 · Current mayor: François Grosdidier (LR)

120

days max/year

120j

current cap

Non

Quotas

Non

Rent control

François Grosdidier (LR) seeks a second term in Metz. The Lorraine city remains at 120 days with a liberal approach to cultural tourism (Centre Pompidou).

Candidates and Airbnb positions

François GrosdidierIncumbent

LR

46%

poll

Incumbent mayor since 2020, senator. Reclaimed the city from the left after 19 years.

Airbnb / housing position

Pro-tourism: maintains 120 days, promotes Centre Pompidou and heritage. No additional restrictions.

Xavier Boulay

PS

30%

poll

Opposition city councilor, left candidate to reclaim the city.

Airbnb / housing position

Moderate position: maintain 120 days with strengthened controls against abuses.

Current regulation

120 jours

Limit

Non

Rent control

Obligatoire

Declaration

Non

Compensation zone

Metz applies the national 120-day limit for primary residences. Declaration mandatory. Welcoming approach to cultural tourism.

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What could change

Guaranteed status quo

Likely

Metz will remain at 120 days whoever wins. Centre Pompidou and cultural tourism are priorities.

Key campaign issues

Cultural tourism (Centre Pompidou)

Metz attracts 300,000 visitors/year to Centre Pompidou-Metz. Cultural tourism is a major economic driver.

Sources

Last updated: February 2026. Check sources for the most recent information.

FAQ

Will Metz tighten Airbnb rules?

No. The city is governed by the right and focuses on cultural tourism. No additional restrictions are planned.

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