Bois-le-Roi, Administrative commune in Seine-et-Marne department, France.
Bois-le-Roi is a small commune in Seine-et-Marne located on the left bank of the Seine River, covering roughly seven square kilometers. The village sits across from Chartrettes and the riverside setting shapes its character and layout.
The village first appeared in written records around 1260 and later experienced religious change during the Reformation era. A Protestant temple stood in what is now Rue de la Presche until the king ordered its destruction, shifting the community back toward Catholicism.
The name reflects both the forest that once covered the area and royal connections, shaping how locals view their community. Residents maintain a connection to their rural heritage while living near the river in a quieter setting away from the city.
The location is easy to reach from the Paris region and offers river access for activities along the Seine. Visitors can find modest shops and cafés for their needs, plus walking and cycling paths that make exploring the area pleasant.
In 1776, King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette inaugurated a horse racing field here, establishing France's second permanent racetrack. This royal venue left its mark on the village's identity and continues to link it to the history of French horse racing.
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