Area Information
Marne la Vallee is located 27 km (17 miles) from the centre of Paris. This new city is situated on the Marne River and is part of the Île-de-France region. Major points of interest in the area include Disneyland Paris at the Val d’Europe area, The University Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallee, and the National School of Bridges and Roads. The new town is a mixture of traditional neighbourhoods and modern settlements.
Business Information
Due to its easily accessible location, Marne-la-Vallee is an economically well-developed area, with many large companies occupying office space or other facilities in the new city. This area is the headquarters of several major companies, such as Nestlé France, Disney, Conforama, IBM, RATP, the Ministry of Finance, the French Society of Production, and the National Audiovisual Institute. Marne-la-Vallee has developed as an educational centre and provides its residents with a high quality of living.
Entertainment And Dining Out
Marne-la-Vallee has a lot to offer in terms of tourist attractions. One of the most popular attractions is the Disneyland Resort Paris. There are also numerous castles, churches, and museums including the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie. There are several unusual sites in the area such as the former Noisiel chocolate factory. There are places to swim, shop, play golf or go boating, as well as concerts, cinema complexes, and equestrian centres. Nature lovers will enjoy the banks of the River Marne, the numerous parks, and all the lakes and woods in the area. Marne-la-Vallee offers diverse dining experiences and cuisine choices. Examples include Walt’s American Restaurant, Restaurant Planete Indienne and many others.
Transport Information
The new town is easily reachable by plane, as Paris Charles De Gaulle airport is only 16 km (10 miles) away. Getting to Marne la Vallee by is possible through two tram lines, the RATP and Pep’s bus networks, train services, and the Highway A4.
