Île Fanac

Île Fanac spans 3.9 hectares in the Marne River, featuring residential buildings, sports facilities, and a garden filled with chestnut trees and hornbeams.

Originally used for agriculture until the late 19th century, the island began urbanization with the construction of pavilions by families who remained there for generations.

The municipal art school, established in 1860, operates in a former restaurant building that inspired writer Émile Zola's literary works.

Access to the island is limited to pedestrians through stairs and an elevator from Joinville Bridge, with parking available on the mainland for residents.

The island lost three meters of its banks during the 20th century due to Marne River floods and navigation effects, worsened by concrete reinforcement of opposite shores.

Location: Joinville-le-Pont

Address: île Fanac, 94340 Joinville-le-Pont, France 94340

GPS coordinates: 48.82220,2.46806

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48