La Garenne-Colombes

La Garenne-Colombes is an independent suburb in northwestern Paris, situated roughly 10 kilometers from Notre-Dame on gently elevated ground. The area contains residential neighborhoods, parks, and a network of streets connecting it to surrounding communities.

The community separated from its neighboring Colombes in 1910 to become an independent administrative district. This split shaped the development of its own character and separate governance.

The name comes from a former warren where rabbits were once raised, a detail that locals remember and share about their community. This connection to the past shapes how people today think about their suburb and its identity.

Two train stations provide connections to the Paris-Saint-Lazare rail line, making it easy to reach central Paris quickly. Several parks throughout the area offer places to rest and explore on foot.

The area is home to around 1,200 businesses, many drawn here by proximity to the major La Defense business district nearby. This economic activity is visible in the flow of commerce and traffic through its streets.

Location: Hauts-de-Seine

Location: arrondissement of Nanterre

Location: Grand Paris

Inception: May 2, 1910

Elevation above the sea: 41 m

Shares border with: Nanterre, Colombes, Bois-Colombes, Courbevoie

Phone: +33172424000

Email: accueil@lagarennecolombes.fr

Website: http://lagarennecolombes.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.90500,2.24361

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44