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The Palatinate emerged from the County Palatine of Lotharingia, which came into existence in the 10th century.

During the 11th century, the Palatinate was dominated by the Ezzonian dynasty, who governed several counties on both banks of the Rhine.

These territories were centered around Cologne-Bonn, but extended south to the Mosel and Nahe Rivers.

The southernmost point was near Alzey.