Vitry-sur-Seine, Suburban commune in southeastern Paris, France
Description
This commune lies along the southern bank of the Seine in the Val-de-Marne department, combining residential neighborhoods, industrial zones and green spaces across roughly twelve square kilometers. The riverbanks alternate between old warehouses, newer apartment complexes and small gardens, while the center features multi-story buildings from different decades.
History
The site originated as a Gallo-Roman estate and takes its name from the Latin Victoriacum, referring to its early owner. In 1897 the official designation changed to highlight the location on the river and avoid confusion with other places.
Culture
The commune hosts the Museum of Contemporary Art of Val-de-Marne, which presents rotating exhibitions by international artists and occupies a former industrial building. Visitors encounter over one hundred modern sculptures in parks, schools and public buildings, part of a long-running program to integrate art into urban surroundings.
Practical
Two stations on RER line C connect the commune to central Paris and nearby suburbs, with the journey into the city center taking around twenty minutes. Visitors on foot find sidewalks along the Seine and through residential areas suitable for short walks.
Did you know?
On a few plots at the edge of town, farmers continue old vegetable-growing techniques and supply local markets with fresh produce. These small gardens sit between modern apartment blocks and industrial facilities, forming a contrast with the urban setting.
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Hôpital Charles-Foix
2 km
Fort d'Ivry
1.7 km
Port à l'Anglais Bridge
2.2 km
Exploradôme
629 m
Musée d'Art contemporain du Val-de-Marne
715 m
Château de Vitry-sur-Seine
516 m
Domaine Adolphe-Chérioux
1.9 km
Château de Saint-Frambourg
2.2 km
Église Saint-Germain de Vitry-sur-Seine
475 m
Barrage éclusé de Port-à-l'Anglais
2.2 km
Redoute du Moulin de Saquet
1.2 kmChaufferie avec cheminée
692 m
Quai Jules-Guesde
1.8 km
Église Archange--Michel-et-Saint-Georges de Villejuif
1.8 km
Église Notre-Dame d'Alfortville
2.9 km
Église Saint Jean-Baptiste du Plateau
2.1 km
Quai Blanqui
2.6 km
Église Notre-Dame-des-Apôtres de Villejuif
1.4 km
Cokerie Paris-Sud
2.2 km
Passerelle GDF de Vitry
2 km
Église Saint-Paul de Vitry-sur-Seine
1.1 km
Viaduc de la darse d'Alfortville
2 km
Chapelle Saint-Marcel de Vitry-sur-Seine
2.2 kmCapsulaire f1
1.8 kmDrinking fountain, water well
2.3 km
Passage Cassini
1.9 km
Town hall of Vitry-sur-Seine
339 m
Chapelle funéraire Friche-Netzer
1.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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