Marne is a region in France. Within it is the subregion of Champagne, known for its sparkling wines.

Marne
Map of Marne
Information
Number	51
Region	Champagne-Ardenne
Prefecture	Châlons-en-Champagne
Subprefecture	Épernay Reims Sainte-Menehould Vitry-le-François
Population  - Total (1999)  - Density	Ranked 38th 565,229 69 /km²
Area	8,162 km²
Arrondissements	5
Cantons	44
Communes	619
President of the general council	Albert Vecten
Location

Marne is a département in northeastern France named after the Marne River.

Marne was also the site of two battles. The first battle was the turning point of World War I, fought in 1914. The second battle was fought four years later, in 1918.

History

Marne was one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on March 4, 1790. It was created from the province of Champagne.

Geography

Marne is part of the region of Champagne-Ardenne and is surrounded by the departments of Ardennes, Meuse, Haute-Marne, Aube, Seine-et-Marne, and Aisne.

Demographics

The inhabitants of the department are called Marnais.

Tourism

Reims, with its famous cathedral in which the kings of France were traditionally crowned, is a major attraction.

External links

• Prefecture website (in French)
• Conseil Général website (in French)
• http://www.reims-tourisme.com/ (French and English)