Last updated · Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France, 81 m elevation) commune guide reviewed by the FranceStarter editorial team
What to See & Do in Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France)
Combs-la-Ville (INSEE 77122) sits at 81 m in the Seine-et-Marne department of Île-de-France, drawing visitors to Château de la Grange-la-Prévôté and Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Yerres with convenient rail access via Gare de Combs la Ville-Quincy (1.3 km). Travelers pair neighborhood boulangeries and markets in Combs-la-Ville (pop. 22,212) with regional specialties including Bistro steak au poivre & confit de canard and Brie de Meaux & Coulommiers AOP cheeses.
In Combs-la-Ville (Combs-la-Ville (77122), 81 m elevation, pop. 22,212), top sights and local landmarks include Château de la Grange-la-Prévôté (6.9 km) · Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Yerres (7.0 km) · Château d'Yerres (8.0 km) · Château de Chantemerle (9.1 km) · Château de Petit-Bourg (9.3 km), alongside surrounding quartiers and hameaux such as Villemeneux (3.2 km), Le Moulin À Vent (3.5 km), Grégy-sur-Yerre (4.3 km), Sénart Ville Nouvelle (4.8 km). Within Île-de-France (Seine-et-Marne), Combs-la-Ville serves as a commune in île-de-france (Regional km², Urban/Town residents/km²) that pairs well with wider regional highlights including Eiffel Tower, Louvre & Musée d'Orsay, Montmartre, Le Marais & Saint-Germain, Palace of Versailles, Château de Fontainebleau & Provins medieval town.
- Nearby Landmarks & Monuments in Combs-la-Ville: Château de la Grange-la-Prévôté (6.9 km) · Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Yerres (7.0 km) · Château d'Yerres (8.0 km) · Château de Chantemerle (9.1 km) · Château de Petit-Bourg (9.3 km)
- Local Quartiers, Villages & Lieux-dits (Combs-la-Ville): Villemeneux (3.2 km), Le Moulin À Vent (3.5 km), Grégy-sur-Yerre (4.3 km), Sénart Ville Nouvelle (4.8 km)
- Historic Core & Weekly Marché of Combs-la-Ville: Stroll the central square around the Mairie, parish church, and morning market stalls in Combs-la-Ville.
How to Get to Combs-la-Ville: Nearest SNCF Station & Rail Access
Rail & road access for Combs-la-Ville (48.6619°N, 2.5631°E): Nearest station is Gare de Combs la Ville-Quincy (1.3 km), connecting via the regional hub of Paris Gare de Lyon, Gare du Nord & Gare Montparnasse (SNCF TGV INOUI, Ouigo & RER). Paris CDG & Orly airports; 6 major SNCF TGV terminals; Paris Métro, RER and Île-de-France Mobilités Navigo Easy transit network.
- SNCF TER & transit cards for Combs-la-Ville: Once in Île-de-France, SNCF TER regional trains and departmental coaches link Paris with Combs-la-Ville (Gare de Combs la Ville-Quincy (1.3 km)). Urban trams and buses accept contactless bank cards and regional passes (Navigo Easy in Paris, TCL in Lyon, Lignes d'Azur in Nice).
- Luggage & station storage near Combs-la-Ville: Major SNCF hubs in Île-de-France offer consignes (left-luggage lockers). If stopping in Combs-la-Ville between bases, verify bag dimensions in our SNCF & Airline Luggage Checker.
- Driving & car rental around Combs-la-Ville: While Combs-la-Ville centre-ville is accessible by rail and local bus, picking up a rental car at Paris Gare de Lyon, Gare du Nord & Gare Montparnasse (SNCF TGV INOUI, Ouigo & RER) makes it easy to explore rural vineyards, châteaux, and scenic passes across Île-de-France. See our Driving in France, Autoroute Tolls & Crit'Air Guide.
What Locals Eat in Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France Specialties)
1. Signature Dish in Combs-la-Ville (Entrée & Plat)
In Combs-la-Ville (Seine-et-Marne), traditional tables feature: Classic Parisian & Île-de-France bistro dishes—soupe à l'oignon gratinée, steak au poivre, blanquette de veau, confit de canard with pommes sarladaises, and jambon-beurre on a crisp baguette de tradition. Across the Seine-et-Marne department, Combs-la-Ville showcases seasonal market produce, artisanal boulangeries, and AOC wines from Île-de-France.
2. Wine & Cellar Pairings Around Combs-la-Ville
Around Combs-la-Ville and across Seine-et-Marne, local wine lists and cellar pairings highlight: Curated bistro wine lists pouring Loire Sauvignon Blanc, Chablis, Beaujolais Crus, and Bordeaux by the glass (pichet or verre), alongside regional craft ciders and Île-de-France microbreweries.
3. AOC / AOP Cheeses & Boulangerie in Combs-la-Ville
At the weekly market and fromageries of Combs-la-Ville (Seine-et-Marne), look for: Brie de Meaux and Brie de Melun AOP cheeses, Coulommiers, Miel du Gâtinais, Montmorency cherries, and iconic pâtisserie creations including Paris-Brest, Saint-Honoré, Opéra cake, and buttery croissants.
4. Dining Rhythm & Market Hours in Combs-la-Ville
Morning espresso and croissant at a zinc counter, fixed-price lunch formule (€16–€24) between 12:00 and 14:00, apéritif on a neighborhood terrace at 18:30, and dinner starting at 19:30–20:30. In a mid-sized French town like Combs-la-Ville (pop. 22,212), travelers will find multiple artisan bakeries, fromageries, brasseries around the main square and SNCF station, and a lively weekly open-air market showcasing Seine-et-Marne producers.
Across Combs-la-Ville (Combs-la-Ville (77122)) and the wider Île-de-France region, look for bistro chalkboards featuring Artisanal croissant & pain au chocolat, Bistro steak au poivre & confit de canard, Brie de Meaux & Coulommiers AOP cheeses, Paris-Brest, Saint-Honoré & macarons, Onion soup gratinée & jambon-beurre. For allergy cards or restaurant phrases in Combs-la-Ville, use our French Phrasebook & Show-to-Staff Cards or practice speaking in Learn French for Travelers.
5 Nearest Neighboring Communes & Day Trips from Combs-la-Ville
The 5 closest neighboring French communes (communes limitrophes) to Combs-la-Ville (48.6619°N, 2.5631°E, 81 m elevation) for local day trips across Île-de-France are:
- Varennes-Jarcy (1.8 km from Combs-la-Ville)
- Quincy-sous-Sénart (2.4 km from Combs-la-Ville)
- Lieusaint (3.5 km from Combs-la-Ville)
- Périgny (3.8 km from Combs-la-Ville)
- Boussy-Saint-Antoine (3.9 km from Combs-la-Ville)
Commune Facts, Elevation & Best Time to Visit Combs-la-Ville
Seasonal advice for Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France, 81 m elevation): Best time to visit Île-de-France: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov. Pair your visit to Combs-la-Ville with regional highlights across Île-de-France: Eiffel Tower, Louvre & Musée d'Orsay, Montmartre, Le Marais & Saint-Germain, Palace of Versailles, Château de Fontainebleau & Provins medieval town.
| Commune Fact | Details for Combs-la-Ville (Combs-la-Ville (77122)) |
|---|---|
| Official Commune Name | Combs-la-Ville (77122) (Combs-la-Ville) |
| Administrative Role | Commune in Île-de-France |
| Region & Prefecture Capital | Île-de-France (Capital: Paris) |
| Geographic Zone | Seine-et-Marne |
| Population | 22,212 residents |
| Surface Area / Density | Regional km² · Urban/Town residents per km² |
| GeoNames Elevation | 81 m elevation |
| Nearest Rail Station | Gare de Combs la Ville-Quincy (1.3 km) |
| Municipal Heritage | Official Municipality |
| GPS Coordinates | 48.6619°N, 2.5631°E |
Practical Travel Tips for Combs-la-Ville
- Office de Tourisme in Combs-la-Ville: Visit the local Office de Tourisme near the historic center of Combs-la-Ville (or at Paris Gare de Lyon, Gare du Nord & Gare Montparnasse (SNCF TGV INOUI, Ouigo & RER)) for walking maps, market days, and seasonal château or museum hours.
- Cards, Euros & ATMs in Combs-la-Ville: Bistros, bakeries, and shops in Combs-la-Ville accept Visa and Mastercard (contactless sans contact up to €50), though keeping €10–€20 in coins and small notes is helpful for open-air market stalls and village bakeries. BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale, and La Banque Postale ATMs operate across Île-de-France.
- French dining hours in Combs-la-Ville: Outside nonstop brasseries near major stations, kitchens in Combs-la-Ville serve lunch strictly from 12:00 to 13:45 and dinner from 19:15 to 21:30.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Combs-la-Ville (Combs-la-Ville (77122)) located in France?
Combs-la-Ville (Combs-la-Ville (77122)) is a commune located in Île-de-France in the Seine-et-Marne region of France (coordinates: 48.6619°N, 2.5631°E, 81 m elevation). It has a population of 22,212 across Regional km² (Urban/Town/km²).
How do I get to Combs-la-Ville by SNCF train?
Travelers reach Combs-la-Ville via Gare de Combs la Ville-Quincy (1.3 km) and the main regional gateway of Paris Gare de Lyon, Gare du Nord & Gare Montparnasse (SNCF TGV INOUI, Ouigo & RER). Paris CDG & Orly airports; 6 major SNCF TGV terminals; Paris Métro, RER and Île-de-France Mobilités Navigo Easy transit network. Compare fares and travel times in our SNCF TGV INOUI, Ouigo & TER Fare Calculator.
What local food is Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France) known for?
In Combs-la-Ville and across Île-de-France, signature regional dishes include Artisanal croissant & pain au chocolat, Bistro steak au poivre & confit de canard, Brie de Meaux & Coulommiers AOP cheeses, plus Paris-Brest, Saint-Honoré & macarons and Onion soup gratinée & jambon-beurre. Look for artisan boulangeries, weekly open-air marchés, and bistros offering a weekday Formule du Midi.
When is the best time of year to visit Combs-la-Ville?
For Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France, 81 m elevation): Best time to visit Île-de-France: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov. Check our France Seasonal Calendar for month-by-month weather and festival highlights.
Official Sources & References for Combs-la-Ville
- Atout France (Official France Tourism Agency)
- SNCF Connect — Train Schedules & Fares
- Wikipedia: Combs-la-Ville
Official commune, rail, and tourism references for Combs-la-Ville (Île-de-France, 48.6619°N, 2.5631°E) verified against Atout France, SNCF Connect, and INSEE / GeoNames data.