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Ile De France

Make the most of your time in Ile De France, use the information provided on this web site by clicking on the links to plan your visit.

Despite being the smallest region in France, Ile-de-France is home to much wealth and a large proportion of the nation’s population. There is a certain inevitability about this due to the presence of one of the world’s most popular cities – Paris – within its borders. Even still, the area around the national capital offers some fantastic sights and scenery, adding to the depth of culture and attraction that Paris itself boasts.

Ile-de-France translates literally as the ‘island of France’ and is surrounded by the rivers Oise, Seine and Marne. It was a historic entity before the French Revolution gripped the country at the end of the 18th century, although it lost its name at this time, only to be re-branded in the 1960s once more as the Ile-de-France region. The division welcomes some 45 million visitors each year, many of whom travel through from overseas to experience something of the world-renowned attraction that is Paris.

The region is home to approximately 11.6 million inhabitants, more than 20 per cent of the country’s population. Even still, 80 per cent of the region exists outside the confines of Paris and so there is plenty of farmland and natural areas. Heading outside the borders of Ile-de-France visitors will reach the provinces of Central Loire, Picardie, Champagne-Ardennes, Normandy and Burgundy. Meanwhile, Ile-de-France itself is made up of eight compartments, consisting of an inner-ring in Paris and an outer-ring which encompasses the rest of the region.

Due to its national and indeed international prominence, the department plays host to many international organisations and other large companies. A number of trade fairs and shows take place in the region throughout the year, while the demand for property is particularly high; onlookers are not put off by the high prices and cost of living in the hope of gaining extra wealth by moving to the area.

Tourism is certainly centred around Paris, but there are also other pockets which are well worth a visit. Of course, there is Disneyland Paris situated to the east of the capital which has proved a popular attraction since it opened in 1992. There are several cathedrals, medieval abbeys and chateaus as well as valleys, forests and much wildlife. In addition, there are picturesque villages and the impressive and historic Versailles Palace. Ile-de-France is also ideal if you are looking to visit museums, galleries or top restaurants.

The region is famous for its production of well-known cheeses; the likes of brie and brie de Meax are made here, the latter of which is often referred to as the king of cheeses. Some popular wines also originate from this northern French region too, among them are Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Pinot Noir.
 

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