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Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois
NameSainte-Geneviève-des-Bois
Coordinates48.6333, 2.3333
Subdivision typeCountry
Subdivision nameFrance
Subdivision type1Region
Subdivision name1Île-de-France
Subdivision type2Department
Subdivision name2Essonne
Subdivision type3Arrondissement
Subdivision name3Palaiseau
Subdivision type4Canton
Subdivision name4Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois
Leader titleMayor
Leader nameFrédéric Petitta
Area total9.27
Elevation37
Population35825
Population date2016
Postal code91700

Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois is a commune in the Essonne department in the Île-de-France region of France. It is located near the cities of Paris, Orly, and Évry, and is part of the Paris metropolitan area. The town is also close to the Fontainebleau forest and the Seine river, and is situated near the A6 autoroute and the A10 autoroute. The University of Paris-Sud and the Institut polytechnique des sciences avancées are also nearby.

Geography

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois is situated in the Essonne department, which is part of the Île-de-France region. The town is bordered by the communes of Villiers-sur-Orge, Longpont-sur-Orge, Saint-Michel-sur-Orge, and Vigneux-sur-Seine. The town is also close to the Seine-et-Marne department and the Yvelines department. The Orge river runs through the town, and the Fontainebleau forest is nearby. The town is situated near the A6 autoroute and the A10 autoroute, and is also close to the Orly Airport and the Paris-Orly Airport. The Gare de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois train station is also located in the town, and provides access to the Gare de Lyon and the Gare du Nord in Paris.

History

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages. The town was originally a small village, and was part of the Duchy of France. The town was later annexed by the Kingdom of France, and became a commune in the French Revolution. The town was also an important center for the French Resistance during World War II, and was liberated by the Allies in 1944. The town is also home to the Château de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois, which was built in the 18th century and is now a museum. The town is also close to the Château de Fontainebleau, which was a favorite residence of the French monarchy. The Treaty of Fontainebleau was also signed in the town in 1631.

Demographics

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois has a population of over 35,000 people, according to the 2016 census. The town has a diverse population, with people from many different countries and cultures. The town is also home to many universities and research institutions, including the University of Paris-Sud and the Institut polytechnique des sciences avancées. The town is also close to the École polytechnique and the École des Mines de Paris. The Institut Curie and the Pasteur Institute are also nearby. The town is also home to many hospitals and medical research centers, including the Hôpital de Bicêtre and the Institut Gustave-Roussy.

Economy

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois has a strong economy, with many different industries and companies located in the town. The town is home to many technology companies, including Thales Group and Safran. The town is also close to the Paris-Orly Airport, which is a major hub for Air France and other airlines. The town is also home to many research institutions, including the French National Centre for Scientific Research and the Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale. The European Organization for Nuclear Research and the International Energy Agency are also nearby. The town is also close to the La Défense business district, which is home to many multinational corporations, including Total S.A. and Sanofi.

Culture

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois has a rich culture, with many different museums, theaters, and music venues. The town is home to the Maison de la Culture de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois, which hosts many different cultural events and exhibitions. The town is also close to the Louvre Museum and the Musée d'Orsay, which are two of the most famous museums in the world. The Palais Garnier and the Théâtre du Châtelet are also nearby. The town is also home to many festivals and events, including the Festival de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois and the Marché de Noël de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois. The Cannes Film Festival and the Berlin International Film Festival are also nearby.

Landmarks

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois is home to many different landmarks and monuments, including the Château de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois and the Église de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois. The town is also close to the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, which are two of the most famous landmarks in Paris. The Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Sainte-Chapelle are also nearby. The town is also home to many different parks and gardens, including the Parc de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois and the Jardin botanique de Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois. The Bois de Vincennes and the Bois de Boulogne are also nearby. The Palace of Versailles and the Château de Chantilly are also close to the town.

Category:Communes of Essonne