Nantes (Concert of Europe)

Nantes (Breton: Naoned, Gallo: Naunnt) is the capital and largest city of, and one of the largest cities in. The history of its foundation is lost in the mists of time, but it was founded during Roman times, before rising to importance over the centuries and becoming the capital of Brittany during the Middle Ages, where its dukes had their palace. Today, Nantes is one of the most important French ports on the, and the most important centre of manufacturing and industry in Brittany.

Nantes is built at the mouth of the river Loire, and its position, favorable to trade and sailing, turned it into France's fourth largest city. The main industries are shipbuilding and food processing, but trade on its port is also a vital aspect of its economy. The population is either bilingual or trilingual: Breton is mostly spoken in the city itself, while Gallo is widespread in the suburbs and in the countryside surrounding Nantes.