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Things to do and see in Guyancourt

Guyancourt is a small French town. This town is located in the department of Yvelines and the region of Île-de-France. It has a little less then twenty eight thousand and seven hundred inhabitants. Guyancourt is among the south western suburb area of Paris and it is only twenty kilometers distant from its center. It is also very well connected with it. That is why this town is a good choice for staying if you are coming to Paris. The prices are much lower and you will avoid the noise and crowd but you will manage to see all you want in Paris.

1. L'église Saint-Victor

L'église Saint-Victor

L'église Saint-Victor (St. Victor church) is dedicated to St. Victor, martyr from the third century, who died in Marseilles. The church is located in the heart of the village, not far from the old castle. Its simple silhouette of the Gothic building dominates the landscape of Guyancourt for several centuries. The base of the church tower dates back to the late twelfth or early thirteenth century. The first four bays of the nave and aisles date from the first half of the thirteenth century. The last bay and the choir were rebuilt during the first half of the sixteenth century.

3. The Town Hall

The Town Hall

The original town hall was built at the end of nineteenth century and it has interesting architecture.

5. Golf course

Golf course

If you are looking for some peace of mind, the Guyancourt has a great golf course.

2. La Batterie de Bouviers

La Batterie de Bouviers

La Batterie de Bouviers (the Battery Bouviers) dates from the end of nineteenth century. This was a part of the second belt of fortifications of Paris which was built after the dramatic defeat of France by Prussia. It had eighteen forts and thirty four batteries. The Battery was restored recently by architects Ivan Franic and Michel Garcin to accommodate a center dedicated to contemporary music.

4. Les jardins Paul-et-Virginie

Les jardins Paul-et-Virginie

Gardens of Paul and Virginia is a new green space of 2,5 hectares which is a great place for relaxation and sports.

Additionally, this town also has a six thousand of its own history so you may also take a chance to get to know it.

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