Moselle

The Moselle department extends across northeastern France with rolling hills, dense forests, medieval towns, and numerous waterways connected through an extensive network of rivers.

Following the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, the Moselle department underwent significant territorial changes as portions were annexed by Germany until their return to France in 1918.

The department maintains a rich heritage through its mix of French and German influences, reflected in local architecture, traditional festivals, regional dialects, and culinary specialties.

The department features excellent transportation infrastructure with direct connections to Luxembourg, Germany, and Belgium through multiple highways, railways, and regional airports.

The Moselle region contains vast underground limestone quarries that were transformed into military fortifications, forming part of the Maginot Line defense system.

Location: Grand Est

Inception: March 4, 1790

Capital city: Metz

Part of: Alsace-Moselle

Shares border with: Meurthe-et-Moselle, Bas-Rhin, Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate

Website: http://moselle.pref.gouv.fr

GPS coordinates: 49.03389,6.66194

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:19