The town of
Champigny-sur-Marne is located in the region of
Ile-de-France on the Marne River and is part of the Val-de-Marne department.
Champigny-sur-Marne has a population of approximate 75,000 inhabitants and is a commune in the southeastern suburbs of
Paris. The primary industries of
Champigny-sur-Marne are food processing and the production of optical instruments.
One of the primary attractions is the Fort at
Champigny-sur-Marne which was constructed after the Franco-Prussian war between 1870 and 1871. The fort was constructed as protection for the city and was built between 1878 and 1880. It is constructed with a front, two flanks, and a gorge which is separated by two caponiers. It also has a distinctive cobblestone courtyard with a guardhouse at the entrance.
Other attractions in
Champigny-sur-Marne include the Champigny Crypt Memorial known as Champigny-la-Bataille which is dedicated to the battle of the Siege of Paris in 1870. Nearby is the Chateau de Vincennes which is an impressive historic site which served as a Capetian manor before it became a royal residence during the 12th to 17th centuries. The main entrance contains the magnificent Tour du Village tower and the castle also contains the King’s and Queen’s pavilions which signify the important role of the structure in French history.
Also in
Champigny-sur-Marne is the Museum of National Resistance is housed in a unique 19th century hotel on the banks of the Marne River and contains exhibits that show the history of the French Resistance during World War II.
As a suburb of
Paris,
Champigny-sur-Marne also offers easy access to the many famous attractions of
Paris and surrounding cities, as well as the opportunity to attend the numerous festival and cultural events that take place in the area every year. Visitors can also explore the numerous shopping and dining destinations offering a wide variety of fine cuisine and nighttime entertainment.
