Bagnolet, Eastern suburban commune in Seine-Saint-Denis, France
Bagnolet is a commune located east of Paris in Seine-Saint-Denis and part of the Grand Paris metropolitan area. The town mixes residential neighborhoods with commercial streets and offers a diverse urban environment.
The commune lost portions of its territory in 1860 when Paris expanded, and was reduced again in 1867 to create the separate commune of Les Lilas. These two boundary changes shaped its current borders and identity.
The municipality maintains international connections through partnerships with cities in Algeria, Mali, Germany, Martinique, Lebanon, and Italy, fostering multicultural exchanges.
Gallieni station on Paris Metro line 3 provides direct access, while multiple bus routes strengthen connections to Paris. A major coach terminal for national and international travel complements the transport options.
The population of Bagnolet experienced substantial growth from 1,043 residents in 1793 to more than 39,000 inhabitants in current times.
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