Happy TravellerWelcome to Neuilly-sur-Marne, a charming commune located in the Seine-Saint-Denis department of Île-de-France, France. With its picturesque location on the banks of the river Marne and its rich history, Neuilly-sur-Marne is a hidden gem that is often overlooked by tourists. Join us as we explore the many treasures of this enchanting destination and discover why it should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
Geography:
Neuilly-sur-Marne is a commune located 13.1 km (8.1 mi) from the center of Paris. The town is crossed by the river Marne, which adds to its charm and beauty.
Climate:
Neuilly-sur-Marne has an oceanic climate with an average annual temperature of 12.3 °C (54.1 °F). The average annual rainfall is 721.2 mm (28.39 in) with December being the wettest month. The temperatures are highest on average in July, at around 20.7 °C (69.3 °F), and lowest in January, at around 4.9 °C (40.8 °F). The highest temperature ever recorded in Neuilly-sur-Marne was 42.5 °C (108.5 °F) on 25 July 2019; the coldest temperature ever recorded was −17.0 °C (1.4 °F) on 17 January 1985.
History:
Neuilly-sur-Marne has a rich history that dates back to the 13th century. On 13 April 1892, a third of the territory of Neuilly-sur-Marne was detached and became the commune of Neuilly-Plaisance.
Transport:
Neuilly-sur-Marne is served by no station of the Paris Métro, RER, or suburban rail network. The closest station to Neuilly-sur-Marne is Neuilly-Plaisance station on Paris RER line A. This station is located in the neighboring commune of Neuilly-Plaisance, 1.3 km (0.81 mi) from the town center of Neuilly-sur-Marne.
Education:
Neuilly-sur-Marne has a number of schools including 12 preschools/nursery schools (maternelles), 10 elementary schools, and three junior high schools (collèges): Georges Braque, Albert Camus, and Honoré de Balzac. The town also has one senior high school/sixth-form college: Lycée Cugnot. Senior high schools/sixth-form colleges in the surrounding area include Lycée Georges Clemenceau – Villemomble, Lycée Gustave Eiffel – Gagny, and Lycée Evariste Galois – Noisy-le-Grand.
Monuments:
One of the most notable monuments in Neuilly-sur-Marne is the Church of Saint Baudilus. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is a must-see for anyone interested in history and architecture.
Personalities:
Neuilly-sur-Marne has been home to a number of notable personalities including footballers Evens Joseph, Sylvain Wiltord, and William Vainqueur.
Heraldry:
Neuilly-sur-Marne’s coat of arms features a shield with three gold fleurs-de-lis on a blue background. The shield is topped with a gold crown.
See also:
Neuilly-sur-Marne is just one of many charming communes located in the Seine-Saint-Denis department. Be sure to explore the surrounding area and discover all that this beautiful region has to offer.
References:
For more information on Neuilly-sur-Marne, please visit the official website (in French).
External links:
Official website (in French)
