Le Chesnay

Le Chesnay is an administrative district in the western suburbs of Paris within the Yvelines department. The area sits at approximately 120 meters elevation and encompasses a residential zone with neighborhood facilities and schools.

The area underwent a major administrative change in January 2019 when it merged with Rocquencourt. This union created a new commune called Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt with combined administrative systems.

The area is known for its schools and educational facilities that shape daily life. Families use these places regularly, giving the neighborhood a well-maintained, residential character.

Direct connections to the Paris Metro or RER network are not available, but Versailles-Rive Droite station is about 2 kilometers from the center. Car or bus travel is the most common way to explore the area as a visitor.

The location witnessed military confrontation in July 1815 when French forces defended positions during a retreat following the Battle of Waterloo. This lesser-known episode reveals the area's strategic importance during the Napoleonic Wars.

Location: Yvelines

Location: arrondissement of Versailles

Location: Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt

Elevation above the sea: 145 m

Shares border with: Vaucresson, La Celle-Saint-Cloud, Rocquencourt, Versailles

Website: http://lechesnay.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.82028,2.13028

Latest update: December 13, 2025 05:15