West of Paris : a little-known heritage gem

The Haut de Seine, a little-known gem, offers a diverse range of cultural experiences, from majestic sites to unusual museums, making for an enriching getaway just a stone's throw from Paris.

Architectural and historical treasures

Castles, guardians of a bygone era, dot the Hauts-de-Seine skyline, silent witnesses to a rich history. From Sceaux to Asnières-sur-Seine, via the famous Château de Malmaison, these enchanting relics captivate with their architecture and history. Museums, like treasure chests, display surprising collections, from the Musée de la Carte à jouer in Issy-les-Moulineaux to the Musée Renault in Boulogne-Billancourt, arousing the curiosity of visitors.

In the footsteps of Monet, Sisley, Renoir, Corot, Seurat...

Impressionism is one of the most fascinating periods in modern art. It bears witness to the radical changes occurring simultaneously in art and society in the second half of the 19th century. Numerous Impressionist works highlight the Seine, particularly in western Paris.

In the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine region, it was the landscapes of the towns along the Seine that largely inspired Caillebotte, Seurat, Manet, Monet and many others. Argenteuil and Gennevilliers, Rueil-Malmaison, Chatou, Levallois, Asnières and Sèvres were the subjects of numerous paintings.

Places of Memory steeped in history

Western Paris is home to places steeped in memory, reminders of the often forgotten pages of our past. Mont Valérien, guardian of painful memories, is home to the Mémorial de la France combattante and an American military cemetery in Suresnes, a poignant tribute to the sacrifices made. The Escadrille Lafayette Memorial is also a reminder of the courageous commitment of Allied forces during major conflicts.

Architectural nuggets to discover

There's no shortage of architectural surprises in western Paris. The Mastaba 1 in La Garenne-Colombes and the Pavillon des Indes in Courbevoie, built for the 1878 Universal Exhibition, are little-known gems. Jean Dubuffet's Tour aux Figures, in the heart of the Parc de l'Île Saint-Germain, intrigues and fascinates with its originality. Not to mention prestigious venues such as the Fondation Louis Vuitton in the Bois de Boulogne, offering a plunge into contemporary art.

Immortalized historical figures

These lands have been the cradle of great figures. In Meudon, the Villa des Brillants, home of the sculptor Rodin, reveals his artistic intimacy. In Rueil-Malmaison, the Château de Malmaison transports us into the intimacy of the imperial couple Josephine and Napoleon Bonaparte, emblematic of a bygone era.

West Paris, with its majestic châteaux, poignant memorials and historic figures, offers a fascinating plunge into the past, while also bearing witness to the art and architecture that have shaped this region. Just a stone's throw from the City of Light, this region unfolds its treasures, inviting every visitor on a journey through time, a journey imbued with culture and passion.

La Défense: the place to work and live

The La Défense district is located on the historic axis, in the extension of the Champs Elysées.  Straddling the communes of Puteaux, Courbevoie and Nanterre in the Hauts-de-Seine department, Europe's leading business district is also a unique laboratory of art and architecture, which we invite you to discover.

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