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Subprefectures in France
- Saint-DizierSaint-Dizier sits approximately 150 kilometers east of Paris, positioned halfway between the French capital and Strasbourg.
- Brest, FranceThe Penfeld river cuts through the slopes of two hills, dividing Brest into distinct parts. The left bank holds what locals call Brest proper, while the…
- AutunEmperor Augustus founded the city of Autun during the early years of the Roman Empire. He named it Augustodunum to honor himself and provide a new capital…
- Boulogne-sur-MerIn 39 AD, Emperor Caligula ordered the construction of a tall lighthouse at Gesoriacum. This structure stood for over sixteen hundred years before coastal…
- FontainebleauIn the 16th century, a natural fresh water spring located in the English garden gave its name to Fontainebleau. The name means "Spring of beautiful water"…
- Rochefort, Charente-MaritimeIn December 1665, Jean-Baptiste Colbert chose a quiet spot on the Charente river to build a new naval base. He needed a place of refuge and supply for the…
- Saint-OmerIn the 7th century, a man named Audomar arrived in a landscape of water and reeds. He established an abbey called Sithiu near the river Aa.
- SenlisSenlis sits on the banks of the Nonette river in northern France. The town lies between the forests of Chantilly and d'Halatte.