Université Paris Nanterre

Université Paris Nanterre is a public university located on a large campus near Paris that provides modern facilities including a theater, libraries, a museum, sports complexes with a swimming pool and climbing wall, plus an archive center for research. The grounds contain multiple academic buildings organized across distinct zones for teaching, learning, and scholarly work.

The institution was founded in 1964 to relieve overcrowding at established Paris universities and quickly became a center for academic growth and research activity. It gained prominence during student movements of the 1960s and underwent expansion through educational reforms over the following decades.

The establishment offers over 180 Master's programs and more than 90 Bachelor's and technical degree programs across diverse disciplines including arts, literature, languages, law, economics, management and social sciences, supporting active student life through more than 80 student associations.

The campus grounds are accessible during weekday and weekend hours with clear pathways connecting the different zones and facilities throughout the site. Visitors should come prepared for outdoor walking and occasional weather changes, particularly when exploring the landscaped areas.

The archive center La Contemporaine holds extensive collections documenting the 20th and 21st centuries and makes rare historical materials available to the public for research and exploration. This specialized facility attracts scholars and history enthusiasts seeking deeper understanding of modern history.

Location: Nanterre

Operator: public

Address: Avenue de la République

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00

Phone: +33140977200

Website: https://parisnanterre.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.90413,2.21378

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:01