Bobigny, Administrative center in Seine-Saint-Denis, France.
Description
Bobigny is a commune in Seine-Saint-Denis, northeast of Paris, serving as the administrative center of the département. The town spreads across a mix of residential zones, public parks, and municipal buildings, with several green spaces scattered throughout the area.
History
The town developed during the 20th century from a small rural settlement into a Paris suburb, with building activity increasing notably after World War II. The railway station played a tragic role during the German occupation as a departure point for deportations, a chapter now commemorated with memorial plaques.
Culture
Modern Bobigny sustains educational excellence through its 29 public schools and a specialized medical sciences campus affiliated with Paris 13 University.
Practical
The commune connects to central Paris through two stations on Metro Line 5 and access to Line 7. Visitors will find several parks suitable for walking, along with public facilities accessible during the day.
Did you know?
A commercial zone on the edge of town hosts the first IKEA store that opened in France. This furniture outlet marked the beginning of the Swedish brand's expansion strategy beyond Scandinavia and has drawn shoppers from across the region for decades.
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Avicenne Hospital
1.2 km
Islamic cemetery of Bobigny
1.1 km
Les Courtillières
2 km
Cité de l'Abreuvoir
2.2 km
Pont de Bondy
2.4 kmMémorial de la Shoah à Drancy
1.4 km
Hôtel de préfecture et du département de Seine-Saint-Denis
971 mMarie-Claire Footbridge
866 m
Église Saint-André de Bobigny
487 m
Bourse départementale du travail
371 m
Parc départemental de la Bergère
1.4 km
Église de Tous-les-Saints de Bobigny
1.6 km
Pont de la Folie
1.2 km
Église Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Secours de Bobigny
2.2 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-l'Étoile
849 m
Cité de l'Étoile
918 mLycée André-Sabatier
693 m
Passage de la Comète
780 m
Square des Tilleuls
2.2 kmMémorial de la Shoah à Drancy
1.5 km
Promenade Django-Reinhardt
1.2 km
Passerelle Pierre-Simon-Girard
1.5 km
Passage Michelet
2.8 km
Passerelle de Bondy
2.6 km
Promenade Jean-Rostand
1.1 km
Usine élévatrice des eaux de Pantin
2.3 km
Esplanade Jean-Moulin
973 m
Passerelle Romy-Schneider
1.9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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