Gerberga of Saxony
Gerberga of Saxony (c. 913 – 5 May 968/9 or 984?) was a Queen of France by marriage to Louis IV of France between 939 and 954. She ruled as regent of France during the minority of her son Lothair in 954–959.
| Gerberga of Saxony | |
|---|---|
Gerberga depicted in the Ottonian family tree in the Chronica St. Pantaleonis | |
| Queen consort of France | |
| Tenure | 939–954 |
| Born | c. 913 |
| Died | 984 |
| Spouse | Gilbert, Duke of Lorraine Louis IV, King of France |
| Issue more... | Lothair, King of France Matilda, Queen of Burgundy Charles, Duke of Lower Lorraine |
| House | Ottonian |
| Father | Henry the Fowler |
| Mother | Matilda of Ringelheim |
She was a member of the Ottonian dynasty. Her first husband was Gilbert, Duke of Lorraine. Her second husband was Louis IV of France. Contemporary sources describe her as a highly educated, intelligent and forceful political player.
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