House of Ligne
The House of Ligne is one of the oldest Belgian noble families, dating back to the eleventh century. The family's name comes from the village of Ligne where it originated, between Ath and Tournai in what is now the Hainaut province of Belgium.
House of Ligne | |
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Current region | Belgium |
Place of origin | Ligne in Hainaut |
Founded | 11th century |
Current head | Michel, 14th Prince of Ligne |
Titles | Prince de Ligne Prince d'Épinoy Prince d'Amblise |
Estate(s) | Château de Belœil |
Cadet branches | Ligne-La Trémoïlle |
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