Essonne

Essonne spans across 1,804 square kilometers of varied landscapes, from dense urban settlements in the north to agricultural plains and forests in the south.

The department emerged through the administrative reorganization of the Seine-et-Oise region in 1968, marking a significant change in French territorial management.

Educational institutions form the backbone of Essonne's identity, with multiple research centers, universities, and laboratories concentrated in the scientific district.

The department maintains excellent transportation connections to Paris through an extensive network of railways and major highways, facilitating daily commutes for residents.

The Saclay plateau in Essonne contains the highest concentration of mathematical and physical research facilities in France, employing thousands of scientists.

Location: Île-de-France

Inception: January 1, 1968

Capital city: Évry-Courcouronnes

Shares border with: Yvelines, Hauts-de-Seine, Val-de-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, Loiret, Eure-et-Loir

Website: http://essonne.pref.gouv.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.50000,2.28333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:18