When did Upper Normandy become an administrative region of France?
Upper Normandy was created as an administrative region in 1956, formed from the departments of Seine-Maritime and Eure when Normandy was divided into upper and lower halves.
Questions about Upper Normandy
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Upper Normandy merge with Lower Normandy?
Upper and Lower Normandy merged on the 1st of January 2016, forming a single region called Normandy. The division had been controversial since 1956, with many calling for reunification throughout those decades.
What was the capital of Upper Normandy?
Rouen was the regional capital of Upper Normandy. It was by far the most populous urban and metropolitan area in the region and is home to the tallest cathedral tower in France.
What is the largest city in Upper Normandy by municipal population?
Le Havre is the largest city in Upper Normandy in terms of municipal population. Rouen, while smaller by municipal count, is the larger urban and metropolitan area.
What territories were traditionally part of Upper Normandy?
By tradition, Upper Normandy encompassed the Pays de Caux, the Pays de Bray, the Roumois, the Campagne of Le Neubourg, the Plain of Saint-André, and the Norman Vexin. Most of the Pays d'Auge and a small portion of the Pays d'Ouche fell within Lower Normandy.
What is Upper Normandy twinned with?
Upper Normandy was twinned with the London Borough of Redbridge in England.