Essonne

The Essonne is a river system that flows through the departments of Loiret, Essonne, and Seine-et-Marne, merging into the Seine at Corbeil-Essonnes. The waterway runs through countryside with forests and towns along its banks, shaping the land it passes through.

The name comes from Celtic language, where 'ezena' meant water bodies, showing its presence since ancient times. The river has shaped human settlement and economic life in the region over many centuries.

Communities along the river have maintained fishing traditions and agricultural ways that reflect centuries of living with the water. Local people still connect with the landscape through these everyday practices and local routines.

The river is accessible at several points for walking along its banks and visiting nearby villages and towns. The best time to explore is spring through fall, when the paths are dry and weather is pleasant.

The river is formed where two streams, the Oeuf and Rimarde, come together on the Gaetinais plateau near La Neuville-sur-Essonne. These two source streams merge to create the beginning of this waterway.

Location: Seine-et-Marne

Elevation above the sea: 40 m

GPS coordinates: 48.61444,2.48111

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:53