Discover Saintry-sur-Seine

Saintry-sur-Seine lies on the right bank of the Seine. The Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Virgin is a cultural and historical focal point, alongside the riverbanks and regional opportunities for walking or cycling. An educational farm and recurring events add to the range of things to do during a stay. You can tailor your trip to your particular interests, whether they are architectural and art history, landscapes, animals or the events calendar.

Church and art history

The Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Virgin was built on the site of the chapel of the Château de Champlâtreux. Its unadorned architectural style is typical of the late 18th century. Features include a squat bell tower and a small triangular pediment. The church also houses the painting “L’Assomption de la Vierge”: created in 1780, it is classified as a protected historic object. The site’s history, architecture and dated painting offer different ways to explore the cultural character of the town.

The Seine and the forests

The river is also part of the local landscape. The Seine riverbanks include an ecological area within the town that makes it easier to access and engage with the river. The Forêt de Rougeau lies south of Saintry-sur-Seine. The regional forests of Rougeau and Bréviande offer numerous walks with a variety of landscapes.

At a regional level, the Allée Royale connects the Rougeau Regional Forest with the Sénart State Forest on foot or by bicycle. The route is almost six kilometres long. This provides two distinct ways to experience the landscape: the Seine is part of the town itself, while forest walks and the Allée Royale offer a separate regional experience. The distance given refers to the Allée Royale; no specific length is provided for the walks in the forests.

A guided visit to the educational farm

The Ferme des Minis Chapeaux de Paille offers a guided family visit. Visitors go from enclosure to enclosure, discovering various farm animals, including chickens, rabbits, goats, ponies, pigs and parrots. The farm is an educational attraction that offers educational, therapeutic and social activities for people of all ages, involving farm animals. The guided visit and the broader range of activities describe different aspects of what is on offer. Check availability before travelling.

Events throughout the year

The Saintry-sur-Seine Christmas market has been held annually for at least five years on the forecourt of the town hall and in Parc Polegate. The traditional Vide-Grenier is also held every year in the courtyard of the presbytery and is organised by the parish association Les Amis de Saintry et Morsang. If you are planning a particular trip, it is a good idea to check the dates for that year.

Other recurring events take place throughout the year. The parish association holds a parish fête in the courtyard of the presbytery in late May or early June. Its parish bingo takes place in late November or early December at the Salle Corot in Saintry. If a particular event is a key reason for your trip, these seasonal timeframes can help with planning; check the exact event date in advance.

Practical information

The Bibliothèque de la Demi Lune offers computers with internet access by appointment, as well as introductory IT courses. The services combine digital access with an introduction to using computers. When planning, bear in mind that you need an appointment to use the computers with internet access.

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For the broader travel overview: Essonne.