Featured Holiday Rentals in Lorraine
Featured Holiday Rentals in Lorraine
Holiday Rentals in Lorraine - A Guide to Lorraine
To reach your holiday rentals in Lorraine from the UK by car, you are most likely to be travelling through the city of Reims ‘en route’. Follow the E15 from Calais or alternatively via Le Havre along the E44.
The Region of Lorraine itself is located in the north east corner of France and is the country’s only region to border three other countries; Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg. If travelling by air, Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport is the closest larger airport to your Lorraine holiday rentals.
Being at the crossroads of four other countries holiday rentals in Lorraine are a very attractive choice for a superb holiday with variety. The region is criss-crossed by a number of rivers including the Moselle, Meuse, Meurthe and the more well known Rhine. Lorraine has an abundance of clear lakes and stunning scenery and would provide an equally relaxing break or stimulating holiday experience.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Lorraine
Lorraine holiday rentals offer a large variety of accommodation, from a number of smaller 1 bedroom gites to an imposing 11 bedroom castle. The average rental property typically offers 3 very comfortable bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, freezer, fridge and microwave. TV, DVD, stereo system and broadband access are provided in living areas, which in turn lead out onto additional terrace and garden areas complete with the obligatory and very welcome barbeque.
As mentioned previously a number of rivers run through this region so you will have a larger than average choice of riverside properties to rent in Lorraine. The majority of properties are situated within a rural setting with easy access by car with ample parking on arrival and activities like golf and cycling on offer close by. If you’re looking for a break away from the typical sun sea and sand vacation, holiday rentals in Lorraine would be an excellent choice for couples and families alike.
Lorraine Useful Information
The region is broken down into four “departments”; Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Moselle and Vosges. It is then split into 19 “Arrondissements”, 157 “Cantons” and 2337 “Communes”. Lorraine is the only administrative region with two main cities of equal importance, Nancy and Metz. The region covers approximately 23,500 square kilometres and has a population of around 2.35 million.
Located at the cross-roads of four nations, Lorraine has historically been seen as a strategic asset and has played a very important role in European affairs. The capital Metz goes back many centuries and was one of the last Roman strongholds before the arrival of Atilla and the Hunnic Empire. On the subject of famous names, Joan of Arc was the region’s most celebrated daughter, whose home was in the Meuse valley at Domrémy. Let’s not forget of course the most famous dish of the region – Quiche Lorraine.
Holiday rentals in Lorraine will provide you with a mixture of cultural influences and is an idyllic and convenient setting for holidaymakers of all ages. The region really knows the art of good living and friendliness and you will be welcomed with open arms at any of the large choice of Lorraine holiday rentals.
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