Milly-la-Forêt, Medieval commune in Essonne, France.
Milly-la-Forêt is a commune in the Essonne department, situated about 55 kilometers south of Paris. The village spreads across some 3,380 hectares within the Gâtinais Regional Natural Park, maintaining its rural landscape of meadows, fields, and forested areas.
The town developed from the Gallic name Maurillac and took its current name in 1948 as part of a broader shift. This change marked a turning point toward tourism and a more modern way of life.
The late medieval market hall from 1479 remains a gathering place where residents and visitors meet to buy herbs and regional products from local growers. The space shows how the town has kept its traditions alive and continues to use them today.
The town offers schools, childcare centers, and leisure facilities for visitors of all ages. Two herbalist shops at the market square provide regional products and helpful information about the area.
The Chapelle Saint-Blaise-des-Simples contains decorations created by French artist Jean Cocteau, who lived in the village and is buried there. His artistic legacy makes the site a destination for those interested in art.
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