Laize
River in France
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The Laize (La French pronunciation: [lɛz]) is a river in northwestern France, crossing the department of Calvados. It is 31.98 km long.[1] Its source is in Martigny-sur-l'Ante, and it flows into the river Orne.[1]
NativenameLa Laize (French)
CountryFrance
locationMartigny-sur-l'Ante, Calvados
coordinates48°53′42″N 0°18′33″W
| Laize | |
|---|---|
The Laize flowing through Bretteville-sur-Laize | |
  Location within France  Location within Normandy | |
| Native name | La Laize (French) |
| Location | |
| Country | France |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Martigny-sur-l'Ante, Calvados |
| • coordinates | 48°53′42″N 0°18′33″W |
| Mouth | Orne |
• coordinates | 49°05′46″N 0°23′31″W |
| Length | 31.98 km (19.87 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Orne→ English Channel |
The Laize flows through the area known as Suisse Normande.[2]
Tributaries
Communes
The Laize passes through the following Communes:[1]
