Parc Georges Valbon
The Georges Valbon Park, also known as the Courneuve Park, is a large green space located in Seine-Saint-Denis, in the Paris region. It is one of the largest urban parks in the metropolitan area. It offers a variety of facilities: vast lawns, bodies of water, walking trails, playgrounds, and sports equipment. This park is a favored place for leisure activities, relaxation, and cultural events, while also promoting local biodiversity. Its 410 hectares of greenery make Georges Valbon Park the largest Natura 2000 classified park in the Île-de-France region.
Where is Georges Valbon Park located?
Georges Valbon Park is mainly located in the territory of La Courneuve, in Seine-Saint-Denis (93), in the Île-de-France region. It also partially extends into the neighboring municipalities of Dugny, Stains, Saint-Denis, and Garges-les-Gonesse (Val-d’Oise). The park is easily accessible from Paris and the surrounding towns, notably via public transportation and main roads.
The address of Georges Valbon Park is: 55 Av. Waldeck Rochet, 93120 La Courneuve.
Opening hours and practical information for Georges Valbon Park
Georges Valbon Park is open every day, but its opening hours vary depending on the month:
- January / February: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- March: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- April: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
- May / June / July / August: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- September: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
- October: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- November / December: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Getting to Georges Valbon Park by public transport
To access Georges Valbon Park by public transport:
By RER
- Line B: La Courneuve – Aubervilliers station, then bus line 249
- Line D: Saint-Denis station, then Tram T1
By Transilien
- Line H: Saint-Denis station, then Tram T1
By tram
- Line T1: La Courneuve 6 routes stop
- Line T11: Stains – La Cerisaie stop
By bus
Entrée des Marronniers (La Courneuve)
- Line 249: Cimetière stop
- Line 143: Jean Mermoz – Henri Barbusse stop
Entrée Montjoie / Centre équestre (La Courneuve)
- Lines 150 / 250: Parc des Sports stop
- Line 143: 6 routes - Tramway stop
Entrée Marville (Saint-Denis)
- Lines 150 / 250 / 252: Cité Floréal stop
Entrée Moulin-Neuf (Stains)
- Line 153: Moulin neuf stop
Entrée des Maraîchers (Garges 95)
- Lines 250 / 270: Limite des départements stop
Entrée des Poiriers (Dugny)
- Line 249: Cité du Moulin stop
Entrée Maurice Thorez (Dugny)
- Lines 133 / 249: Albert Chardavoine stop
Entrée de la Comète (Dugny Aire des Vents)
- Line 133: La Comète stop
Entrée Tapis Vert (La Courneuve / Dugny)
- Line 249: Centre des essences stop
Georges Valbon Park: Must-visit places nearby
Around Georges Valbon Park, several sites and places of interest are worth visiting, offering a great complement to a nature outing:
- The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie (Paris, near La Villette): an interactive science museum, ideal for families and technology enthusiasts.
- The Ourcq Canal: a pleasant walk along the canal, with opportunities for walking or cycling.
- The Stade de France (Saint-Denis): for sports and major event fans, visits to the stadium are possible, or you can attend a match or concert.
- The Parc de la Villette (Paris 19th arrondissement): a large cultural park with themed gardens, the Philharmonie de Paris, and spaces for performances.
- The Museum of Art and History of Saint-Denis: to discover the local history and heritage of the region.
These places are easily accessible from Georges Valbon Park and allow you to enjoy a variety of experiences combining nature, culture, and leisure.
Places and routes in Paris and Île-de-France
- Accessing the Palais de la Découverte by Public Transport
- Access the Arc de Triomphe
- Directions to Grand Palais
- Access the Musée des Arts et Métiers by public transport
- Accessing Public Transport at the Philharmonie de Paris
- Getting to Canal Saint-Martin by Public Transport
- Visit Château de Fontainebleau by Public Transport