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Yvelines
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This large department in the Paris region is primarily known for Versailles and its famous château. But beyond this globally recognized gem, the "78" is also home to other châteaux worth visiting (Rambouillet, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Maison-Laffitte...), as well as several natural spaces popular with Parisians (Rambouillet Forest, Chevreuse Valley).
Overview of the Yvelines
This large department in the Paris region is primarily known for Versailles and its famous château. But beyond this globally recognized gem, the "78" is also home to other châteaux worth visiting (Rambouillet, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Maison-Laffitte...), as well as several natural spaces popular with Parisians (Rambouillet Forest, Chevreuse Valley).
Key Facts
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- Department code: 78.
- Bordering departments:
- Prefecture: Versailles.
- Sub-prefectures: Mantes-la-Jolie, Rambouillet, Saint-Germain-en-Laye.
- Number of municipalities: 262.
- Population: 1,431,808 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 2,284 km².
- Highest point: Lainville-en-Vexin (201 m).
- Lowest point: Limetz-Villez (9 m).
- Coastline: 0 km, no maritime access.
- Interests (rated ): Nature ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays
- Website: http://tourisme.yvelines.fr