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Regions of France: Lorraine
Lorraine
Lorraine's flag
Lorraine has a population of
About 3.6% of France's total population
The Capital of Lorraine
is
Metz
Lorraine is bordereed by the
countries
Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany
Neighboring regions are
Alsace, Champagne-Ardenne, and Franche-Comte
Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Moselle and Vosges
Climate
Lorraine is the second
most forested part of France.
It has a continental climate and
stays humid throughout the year.
Summer: 64F, 17.6C
Winter: 36F, 2.2C
Industry
Lorraine is notable in the
coal, iron, and steel industries
Agriculture
Lorraine's agriculture is mostly comprised
of farming oats, diary, and wheat
Cuisine
Lorraine's most famous dish is
Quiche Lorraine
A pie comprised of egg and smoked bacon
History
From 1733 to 1766 Lorraine was ruled by Stanislaus I of Poland. It was re-organized by the French government and became a part of France in 1766.
Germany took Lorraine after France lost the Franco-Prussian War in 1870. It was returned to France after World War I ended in 1918. Lorraine was occupied again by Germany during World War II and was turned back to France in November 1944.
Language
There are various dialects in Lorraine
with both French and German origin
Attractions of Lorraine
Place St. Louis
Place Stanislas
St. Etienne Cathedral
Residents
Joan of Arc was born in Lorraine
in the village of
Domeremy-la-Pucelle
in Vosges department