Enghien-les-Bains, Thermal spa town in Val-d'Oise, France
Enghien-les-Bains is a commune in Val-d'Oise, located 14 kilometers north of Paris. The central lake is surrounded by parkland and forms the heart of the town alongside thermal facilities and promenades.
The discovery of sulfurous springs in 1766 transformed marshland into a spa town that gained popularity during the 19th century. Emperor Napoleon III visited several times and contributed to its further development.
The name refers to the Belgian town of Enghien, once owned by the Condé family who also held estates here. Visitors notice the Belle Époque architecture around the lake, where villas and hotels from that era still stand.
The town lies on the Transilien Paris-Nord rail line and has two stations with direct connections to the capital. Footpaths around the lake are level and easily accessible.
The casino opened in 1901 is the only gambling venue within the Paris metropolitan area and combines gaming with theater performances. On some evenings concerts and gaming sessions take place simultaneously in the same building.
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