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Lorraine

By: Monica Crawford. Lorraine. Lorraine lies in the Northeastern part of France. Known for its forested areas, since one-third of the region is forests. The capital city is Metz It includes four departments: Meuse, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Moselle, and Vosges. Area: 23,574 sq km. Geography. Map.

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Lorraine

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  1. By: Monica Crawford Lorraine

  2. Lorraine lies in the Northeastern part of France. Known for its forested areas, since one-third of the region is forests. The capital city is Metz It includes four departments: Meuse, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Moselle, and Vosges. Area: 23,574 sq km. Geography

  3. Map

  4. It includes four major rivers: Meuse River, Moselle River, Meurthe River, and the Saone River. Surrounded by the regions: Alsace(east), Franche-Comte(south), and Champagne-Ardenne(west). Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium are to the north. More…..Geography

  5. Very growing touristic region in France Appreciated for its architectural beauty and scenery Many museums and monuments linked to history Known for all of its war and historical sights Sadly overlooked by visitors to France for it not being placed more southern Tourism

  6. Well visited monument in Nancy

  7. Endless forests, lakes, rivers, and mountains for people to discover More….Tourism

  8. Three sports that fir Lorraine best : walking, mountain biking, and hiking. Vosges Mountain range provides many activities during summer and winter. Summer: horse back riding, running, and biking Winter: CROSS COUNTRY SKIING! Water sports are also well known, they include: fishing, swimming, water skiing, and much more. Sports

  9. Formed in 843, after King Charlemagne’s death Before it was under the Roman rule, it belonged to two tribes: Leuci and Mediomatrici. After it was under Roman control, it became part of Belgium Province of the Roman Empire. Birthplace of Joan of Arc- Military leader and national heroine. History

  10. King Charlemagne Joan of Arc

  11. In 1776, it became part of France’s government control. In 1870, when the French lost the Franco-Prussian War Germany took Lorraine. After World War One, Lorraine retuned to France. During World War Two, Germany once again took Lorraine. Confirmed by the Treaty of Versailles, France had Lorraine back, and has had it ever since 1919. More….History

  12. Many foods are inspired by Germany • Different specialties all over the region of Lorraine. • Macarons (almond macaroons) • Bergamotes (bergamot candies) • Dragée (sugar almonds from Verdun) • Madeleines (cookies from Commercy) • Quiche Pie Cuisine

  13. Almond Dragéé Macarons Bergamotes Madeleines Quiche

  14. Different types of jams are a region wide specialty • Alcoholic drinks are a specialty as well: • Vin Gris des Côtes de Toul (wine) • Mirabelle plum Brandy (liquor) • Many cheeses, just like the rest of France are a specialty as well. More….Cuisine

  15. http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/348240/Lorraine http://www.french-property.com/regions/lorraine/tourism/ http://lorraine-france.com/ http://lorraine-france.com/recreation.html http://www.eutouring.com/french_campsites_with_water_sports/lorraine_campsites_sports.html http://www.french-property.com/regions/lorraine/food-gastronomy/ http://www.aftouch-cuisine.com/gastronomy/lorraine-r14.htm Credits

  16. Elle s’appelle la Lorraine. La région est au nord-est de la France. La capitale est Metz. La Lorraine est montueux et herbeux. Les attractions touristiques sont visiter musées, la randonnée, et plus. Les sentiers de montagne sont les plus intéressants. Les spécialités de la région sont de la confiture, quiche, et vin et spiritueux. Paragraph

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