Trilport is a commune in Seine-et-Marne, in the Île-de-France region, east of Meaux, with which it borders.
Its territory of some 11 km² runs along a meander of the Marne on the right bank, the locality having developed between the river, cultivated land and the national forest of Montceaux. The result is an amphitheater-shaped landscape dominated by hillsides. The forest itself still constitutes 47% of the municipal area.
Already occupied in Neolithic times, in Antiquity, the site of Trilport is appreciated by the Romans who cross the Marne there via a ford. A ferry then a wooden bridge will be used until the year 1000.
Belonging to the King of France and dependent on the Bishop of Meaux, the village was affected by peasant uprisings, famines and looting during the Middle Ages (Hundred Years War) and recovered calm and prosperity from the Renaissance. Its geographical location made it a strategic point during the French campaign in 1814 and especially the First World War.
It also contributes to its economic development when roadways and railways complement river traffic. Factories are established (Kleber-Colombes). In addition, the charm of the banks of the Marne attracted Parisians during the interwar period (taverns, swimming). This time is over but the geography remains: the locality (5,000 inhabitants) has preserved an environment of interest and with its leisure offer, this makes it a pleasant stopover near Meaux.
As far as heritage is concerned, the city has some elements and sites of interest, starting with the Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul which dates mainly from the 14th century but has been the subject of a major restoration in 1819.
Also worth seeing is the beautiful dovecote which turns out to be one of the rare vestiges of the old medieval castle and which, restored, now serves as a water tower! Information on +33 1 64 33 02 26.
In the park of the old castle, we can still see a plaque and a stele paying homage to Gustave de Ponton d'Amécourt, mayor in 1855 and benefactor of the city afterwards to have been the inventor of a flying device which he named "helicopter" and a copy of which is in the Air and Space Museum at Le Bourget!
On the banks of the Marne, where swimming is now prohibited despite the crowds in the 1930s, a campsite recalls the tourist vocation of the place.
On the cultural level, the Saint-Exupéry room hosts exhibitions, classical or current music concerts, plays or dance galas. As for the media library located near the town hall, it also programs activities (readings, meetings). All information on +33 1 60 09 79 30.
For sports enthusiasts, go to the Noyerie complex which notably has platforms and fields for playing football, basketball or handball, in particular, but also a bowling alley and tennis courts. Information on +33 1 60 09 79 30. It should also be mentioned that the Marne is suitable for "leisure" hikes in rowing or canoeing: join the local club on +33 9 50 79 97 65 or +33 6 73 10 57 30.
Always side river, fishermen benefit from developed sites (on the Marne as its tributaries): information on the regulations on +33 6 81 85 28 27.
For hiking, in addition to the banks of the Marne, the park of Villa Bia in city is bucolic at will but the real potential of Trilport is located at the level of the national forest of Montceaux. This covers the northern half of the town and part of the neighboring towns, for a total of 1,300 hectares. Former property of the bishopric of Meaux, it was then frequented by Henri IV and Louis XIII who liked to hunt there. The forest is mainly made up of oaks and has been classified as a natural area of ecological interest for the richness of its fauna and flora. Several remarkable bird species can be observed there. Walking in the alleys now maintained by the ONF is very exotic while Paris and its crown are so close! Maps and information on +33 1 64 33 02 26.
