The Sénart Forest covers almost half of the municipal area of Quincy-Sous-Sénart. This gives the landscape a prominent place in the townscape. There are also paths along the Yerres, parks and a diverse cultural life. When planning a stay, you can choose between nature, local history and events.
Forest, the Yerres and a variety of paths
The Parc de Loisirs near the Yerres offers 15,000 m² of walking paths, picnic areas and green spaces. It brings together several ways to spend time outdoors in one place: you can go for a walk, take a break in the greenery or use a picnic spot. The park is a practical choice for anyone looking for places to relax as well as paths.
For a longer route, there is the Fil Vert. It starts at Quincy-Sous-Sénart town park, leads to the Yerres and continues as far as Crosne. The “D’une forêt à l’autre” route is separate: it starts at the Maison Verte, connects the Sénart Forest with the La Grange state forest and runs mostly along the Yerres. The two routes therefore differ both in their starting points and in the connections they offer.
The wider region also offers opportunities for walks and bike rides along the Yerres, from Montgeron to Quincy-Sous-Sénart. At Parc de la Maison Verte, green spaces are complemented by other facilities: the site has free Wi-Fi and a covered hall for numerous cultural events. Events take place there year-round; the program may change over time. Check the relevant dates for a specific visit.
Culture and history in town
The cultural department organizes exhibitions, performances and cultural events. It uses municipal venues such as Salle Mère Marie Pia, Sainte-Croix Church, the park’s Kiosque and the hall at Maison Verte. Salle Mère Marie Pia offers 400 m² of space for cultural activities. As individual programs vary by season, check the current events schedule if you are visiting for a specific occasion. The cultural department also takes part in the Fête de la musique.
Sainte-Croix Church offers several specific points of interest for exploring local history. Built in 1537, it replaced a chapel documented as far back as 1399. Its features include stained-glass windows from the 14th and 16th centuries, restored in 2004, as well as sacred works of art: a depiction of the Madonna and Child and a carved wooden Christ on the Cross from the 16th century.
The history of the châteaux can also be traced through different periods. At 22 rue Mère Marie-Pia, a remnant of the northeast wing of the former manor château of Quincy-Sous-Sénart is still visible. Château Leroy was built by Charles Leroy, son of the founder of the Les Papiers peints Leroy company. In 1951, it passed into the ownership of the Ministry of the Interior, which established the headquarters, depot and operations center of Compagnie républicaine de sécurité No. 3 there. Croix de Villeroy stood at the center of one of the forest’s most important crossroads. It was erected by order of Henry IV and marked the site of a major hunting gathering.
The two media libraries offer another way to explore the cultural scene. Médiathèque Antoine de Saint-Exupéry has more than 4,500 items, including CDs and DVDs; the collection may change over time. Médiathèque Jean de La Fontaine has an outdoor area for reading and activities such as gardening and ecology workshops. These activities vary by season.
Plan your journey and accommodation
Quincy-Sous-Sénart is 40 minutes from Paris by RER D, with Boussy-Saint-Antoine or Combs-la-Ville as possible stations. Check the timetable for your travel date. When choosing a hotel in Quincy-Sous-Sénart, you can plan around your own priorities: green spaces and paths, cultural and historic sites, or a specific events program.
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For the wider travel overview: Essonne.
