Meurthe-et-Moselle, Department in Grand Est, France
Meurthe-et-Moselle is an administrative area in the Grand Est region of eastern France, extending between Belgium and Luxembourg to the north. The area comprises agricultural plains, forested uplands, and several natural parks scattered across valleys and along riverbanks.
The area formed in 1871 after the Franco-Prussian War from parts of the former Meurthe and Moselle departments that remained under French control. The new administrative unit formed the western boundary of a reduced France, while Alsace-Lorraine passed to Germany.
Nancy holds Place Stanislas, a large 18th-century square that still reflects the ceremonial spirit of the Enlightenment era. Visitors encounter gilded iron gates and symmetrical facades that show the formal ambition of the time.
The cities of Nancy, Lunéville, and Toul serve as starting points for exploring and are linked by regional rail lines and intercity roads. Forest trails and cycling routes cross the rural areas, offering access to remote villages and riverbanks.
Baccarat in the southern part has produced crystal glassware since the 18th century, known worldwide. Visitors can tour workshops where mouth-blown pieces take shape using centuries-old techniques.
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