Savoy (Concert of Europe)

Savoy (French: Savoie, Arpitan: Savoue) is a country of, located in the larger region of. It borders to its east, the  to its north,  to its northwest, and  to its southwest. A mountainous region, nested among the Alps, it is characterized by thick forests and spectacular landscapes.

An ancient medieval county and then duchy, Savoy is the homeland of the Italian royal house, the : it was ceded to France in the 19th century in exchange for French help in the unification of Italy. Savoy is inhabited by Arpitan and French-speaking people; its industry is limited, and most of its economy relies on forestry and tourism.