European Collectivity of Alsace

The European Collectivity of Alsace encompasses the departments of Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin within the Grand Est region, bordering Germany and Switzerland.

The establishment of this territorial collectivity on January 1, 2021, followed a parliamentary approval in 2019 and merged two departments into one administrative entity.

The region maintains a collection of French and German influences in its architecture, language, and traditions, with Strasbourg serving as its administrative center.

The collectivity manages local services including transportation, education, and social programs while participating in cross-border cooperation with neighboring German states.

This administrative structure holds intermediary status with departmental powers plus additional regional competencies, including the promotion of regional languages in schools.

Location: Grand Est

Inception: January 1, 2021

Website: https://alsace.eu

GPS coordinates: 48.50000,7.50000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21