Grostenquin (; ; Lorraine Franconian: ) is a commune in the Moselle department in Grand Est in north-eastern France, situated between Metz and Strasbourg. Localities of the commune: Béning, Bertring, Hingsange, Linstroff. History Its population in 1999 was 569 people. A Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) base, RCAF Station Grostenquin, was located here from 1952–1964. After the departure of the RCAF, the airport was closed by the French. The facilities are still used by the French Armed Forces for military exercises. Notable people NHL player and coach Paul MacLean and Avril Lavigne's father were born here. Theodore B. Basselin (1851–1914), lumber magnate, was born here. See also Communes of the Moselle department References External links Communes of Moselle (department)