Who would have thought that such a haven of peace and seaside resort could be located less than an hour from Paris? Saint-Mammès, located in the Seine-et-Marne region, is a true haven of peace that you must discover for a weekend. With its picturesque port and pretty, bucolic streets, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Saint-Mammès: the pretty village on the banks of the Seine
You don’t have to go to the other end of France to find a calm and relaxing place. Less than an hour from Paris lies a charming, little-known village whose lapping waters will lull you to sleep wherever you go… Welcome to Saint-Mammès.
This picturesque village in the Seine-et-Marne region has always been a haven for Parisians in search of a little peace and quiet. The village has a lot to offer, with its charming streets and relaxing strolls along the quays. Saint-Mammès, a true bargemen’s village located at the confluence of the Seine and Loing rivers, has a strong link with water. In fact, the river has enabled the village to develop over the centuries thanks to river trade, giving it a special place in the history of inland waterway transport. This strategic river crossroads was even of interest to the Vikings, who would certainly have occupied the area.
The gentle, restful atmosphere here is conducive to calm and relaxation. No wonder the village has been a favorite haunt of intellectuals and artists. Indeed, Alfred Sisley was so taken with the village that he devoted over 200 Impressionist paintings to it. Even today, you can still see the beauty and poetry of the area reflected in his art.
As you stroll through the village, take time to discover its river stop, now a popular stopover for pleasure boaters. You can also stroll along the quays, where the Sisley Promenade honors the painter with an invigorating artistic stroll.
In short, there are so many reasons to visit this adorable town!