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
Current regionBelgium
Place of originLigne in Hainaut
Founded11th century
Current headMichel, 14th Prince of Ligne
TitlesPrince de Ligne
Prince d'Épinoy
Prince d'Amblise
Estate(s)Château de Belœil
Cadet branchesLigne-La Trémoïlle
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