Guide to Meurthe-et-Moselle & Property in Department 54

Meurthe-et-Moselle is a department in northeastern France, in the Grand-Est region. The department is named after the two rivers that flow through its territory: the Meurthe and the Moselle. Meurthe-et-Moselle was established in 1871, following the Franco-Prussian War, by merging the parts of the former Moselle and Meurthe departments that remained under French control. The current boundary with Moselle served as the border between France and Germany from 1871 to 1919, and again from 1940 to 1944. Meurthe-et-Moselle (number 54) is a relatively small department, covering approximately 5,246 square kilometres. It is part of the larger…

Meurthe-et-Moselle is a department in northeastern France, in the Grand-Est region. The department is named after the two rivers that flow through its territory: the Meurthe and the Moselle. Meurthe-et-Moselle was established in 1871, following the Franco-Prussian War, by merging the parts of the former Moselle and Meurthe departments that remained under French control. The current boundary with Moselle served as the border between France and Germany from 1871 to 1919, and again from 1940 to 1944. Meurthe-et-Moselle (number 54) is a relatively small department, covering approximately 5,246 square kilometres. It is part of the larger Lorraine region and borders the departments of Meuse, Vosges, Bas-Rhin, and Moselle, as well as Luxembourg and Belgium.

Diverse Landscapes and Rich Ecosystems

The department is known for its diverse landscapes, which range from rolling hills and dense forests to tranquil rivers and meandering canals. Some parts of Meurthe-et-Moselle are within the Lorraine Regional Natural Park, a vast protected area that spans over 2,200 square kilometres.

Vibrant Communities and Historic Significance

Meurthe-et-Moselle has an estimated population of approximately 744,000, with Nancy serving as its largest city and administrative hub. The department features many historic sites, such as medieval villages, grand cathedrals, and elegant chateaux. In 1997, the commune of Han-devant-Pierrepont was merged into Meurthe-et-Moselle for administrative purposes. This was the only territorial change in the department since its formation in 1871.

Key Information about the Meurthe-et-Moselle (54)

• Main City/Prefecture: Nancy
• Nearest Airport: Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport
• Population: Around 720,000 (as of the latest census)
• Area: 5,246 sq. kilometres and 2,026 sq. miles
• Landmark: Place Stanislas, a UNESCO-listed 18th-century square in Nancy.
• Number of Tourists per Year: Approx. 2 million, drawn by its Art Nouveau architecture, museums and cultural events.

Property Prices in Meurthe‑et‑Moselle in 2026

• Houses: the average price per sq. metre: €1,946 (April 2026)
• Apartments: the average price per sq. metre: €2,581 (April 2026)
• Price trends: 0% over the last 12 months, +38% over the last 5 years (Le Figaro - April 2026)

House Prices in the Main Towns in Meurthe‑et‑Moselle in 2026

• Average House Price in Nancy: €2,440 per sq. metre (April 2026)
• Average House Price in Lunéville: €1,332 per sq. metre (April 2026)

(source: Le Figaro)

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