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Lorraine is a cultural and historical region in Northeastern France, now located in the administrative region of Grand Est. Its name stems from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia (855–959 AD), which in turn was named after either Emperor Lothair I or King Lothair II.
Lorraine est une ville jeune et moderne. Fondée en 1960, elle possède une vocation exclusivement résidentielle. Ses caractéristiques sont la tranquillité, la qualité de vie ainsi que la proximité de grands centres urbains et touristiques.
Lorraine, historical region of France, incorporated since January 2016 into the administrative region of Grand Est. Created by the Treaty of Verdun as part of Lotharingia in 843, Lorraine was contested by Germany and Burgundy during the Middle Ages and fell under French control in the 17th century.
La Lorraine (en allemand : Lothringen) est une région historique et culturelle de l'est de la France à la frontière avec la Belgique, le Luxembourg et l'Allemagne. Elle est constituée des départements de Meurthe-et-Moselle, de la Meuse, de la Moselle et des Vosges.
Located in the northeast of France, on the borders of Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany, Lorraine is one of the old historic provinces of France and Europe, established in the ninth century as the land of Lothair, grandson of the emperor Charlemagne. Page index. Regional information. Main tourist attractions. Hotels in Lorraine.
Jan 29, 2022 · Lorraine is famous worldwide for its quiche, macarons, Mirabelle plum and madeleine. It is home to more than 2,3 million inhabitants ( Lorrains and Lorraines ). For many years, the region was synonymous with coal, iron and steel industries and was in the 1960 the 3rd economical region in France.
Lorraine, medieval region, present-day northeastern France. By the Treaty of Verdun (843), it became part of the realm of Lothar I. Inherited by his son Lothar, it became the kingdom of Lotharingia. After Lothar’s death, it was contested by Germany and France and came under German control in 925.
Apr 23, 2024 · Named after the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia, the cabochon of northeastern France, Lorraine is full of gorgeous historic cities and stunning scenery that will sweep you off your feet. The 23,547 km2 region is home to some spectacular forests, rivers, lakes, rolling hills, and mineral springs.
Lorraine, Historical duchy of western Europe and government region of France. Originally known as Upper Lorraine and later simply as Lorraine, it was formed by the division of Lorraine (Lotharingia) into two duchies in 959.
Jul 24, 2024 · Current conditions and forecasts including 7 day outlook, daily high/low temperature, warnings, chance of precipitation, pressure, humidity/wind chill (when applicable) historical data, normals, record values and sunrise/sunset times.
