The Peace of the Pyrenees

The Peace of the Pyrenees was a treaty signed in 1659 ending the conflict between Spain and France. It marked the conclusion of the Franco-Spanish War, leading to territorial changes where Spain ceded parts of northern Spain and the Franche-Comté region to France. The treaty also strengthened both nations' borders along the Pyrenees mountain range, establishing a more stable and peaceful relationship. Overall, it helped bring an end to years of warfare, shaping the political landscape of Western Europe and reducing immediate hostilities between the two powers.