Lorraine

Lorraine is proud of its strategic position at the border of Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany.

Lorraine stands at the crossroads of Europe’s major routes, and has been subjected to invasions and the passage of many armies over the centuries – at places like Verdun, which today is home to the Centre Mondial de la Paix. Lorraine’s turbulent history is matched by a cultural heritage of the very first order: it includes the Metz cathedral with its stained glass by Chagall; and the Place Stanislas (included on the Unesco World Heritage list) in Nancy, the birthplace of Art Nouveau, made famous by the artists Gallé, Daum or Majorelle. The region has three nature reserves – of which one is a Unesco Réserve Mondiale de la Biosphère – the Vosges mountains and lakes: popular settings for sport. Other healthy and replenishing activities take place in the thermal resorts of Vittel, Contrexéville and Bains-les-Bains. And what’s more, for lovers of fine food, Lorraine has its own delicious cuisine inspired by the riches of its local produce.

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