On the right bank of the Seine, in a geographic region commonly known as Brie Champenoise Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil is located on the edge of the plateau and the valley of the Seine.
Name: The Abbot Lebeuf, author of "History of the City and the Diocese of Paris" written in the years 1883/1893, that the village existed from the 6th century. In 800, it was called "Corboilus or Corboilum" which became "Corboïlo veter" (Old Corboilus) when a "new" Corbeil (Corboïlum junius) was built on the other side of the Seine. Later, the village took the name of "Sanctus Germanus Veteres Corbolu", in reference to Saint-Germain (494-576), bishop of Paris, who own land. The usual form of Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil result of changes in Saint-Germain-le-Vieil-Corbeil, Saint-Germain-le-Vieux-Corbeil, and most recently, Saint-Germain-les-Corbeil.
The Castle: The castle first known date of 1312, and was built by Geoffrey Merrick, rich and important citizen of Paris, butler of the king Philip the Fair. The castle suffered over the decades, many repairs and alterations until its destruction in 1590. Indeed, during the Wars of Religion, during the siege of Corbeil, Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma, took the castle and by withdrawing the burn ... It was rebuilt in 1620 by Nicolas Thibeuf, new lord of Val-Merrick. His son and grand-son to keep it. During the 18th century it became property of the family Brétignières. In the 19th century, the estate was bought by Ayme-Stanislas Darblay, industrialist and member of Corbeil. In 1846, the new owner built the present castle, which remained in the family today.
The Church: The church is the main rich heritage of the town. In the 6th century, St. Germain, bishop of Paris, built a house of worship, now defunct, dedicated to St. Vincent, martyr Spanish. In the 12th century, the present church was built in a style transitional late Romanesque / early Gothic. It is called Saint Germain - Saint Vincent. Its imposing bell tower 60 feet high collapsed in 1793 in 1835, a small bell tower is installed on the gable of the facade. The church was completely restored in the late 19th century by the family Darblay. In particular, the facade, above the portal of the 12th century, decorated with statues modeled by Robert Elias and crowned by the tower today, is almost completely rebuilt. All the windows of the 13th century the central apse is the treasure of the church. These windows are classified historical monument since 1908. The largest stained glass, the center represents the main episodes of the Passion of Christ, the canopy on the left shows the Tree of Jesse (genealogy of Christ), the right is on the life of Saint-Germain. At the top, the rose is the Paschal Lamb medallions surrounded by six dedicated to various saints martyrs. Tombstones, identified and sealed on the walls of the aisles, forming a series of great historical interest since they concern the old notables and priests of the parish.
Small deli Caribbean and Creole. Take away or consumption on the premises from Tuesday to Saturday from 19h to 22h30 with compulsory reservation by phone.
Located 14.6 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
From 15 € to 25 € per person
Le Saint Charles
Saint-Maur-des-Fossés
For almost 25 years, Saint Charles, restaurant club located in La Varenne-Saint-Hilaire on the banks of the Marne (94) is open for various events. Meal with friends, business or evening...
Located 17.5 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
From 20 € to 35 € per person
Auberge des Acacias
Cély
Our hostel has existed for over a century and offers traditional cuisine in a family setting. Its location in the Regional Park Gâtinais to discover French Barbizon painters in the...
Comporsée family suite of 2 rooms of 12 m² - Lounge with TV 40 m² - Bathroom and wc - wi fi - private parking. Located in a pavilion surrounded by a plot of 1000 m² - 6 km Vaux le Vicomte...
Located 18.3 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
60 € the double room
Ferme de Vert Saint Père
8.7
Crisenoy
In a large working farm, in the Brie area, very peaceful location in the middle of the fields, only one hour from Paris., close to Vaux le Vicomte chateau. 2 family appartments for...
Located 19.3 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
66 € the double room
La Raimbaudière
9.8
Guigneville-sur-Essonne
Located in the heart of Gâtinais, you will find peace, tranquility and healing during your stay in the Raimbaudière. All our products are homemade.
Bamboo The lodge is ideally located between Versailles (40 km), Disneyland (50 km), Paris and Fontainebleau (34 km), charming contemporary apartment located in a beautiful family home...
Located 2.2 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
320 € per week
La Gueriniere - Paris sud
Morsang-sur-Orge
TO LET. Charming chateau near Paris. La Guérinière. Exceptional Belle Epoque (late XIX century) property. In a 7500 m² closed park. Up to 12 guests, 7 bedrooms. Weekly let from 3000...
Located 11.4 km from Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
4000 € per week
La Maraîchère
La Ville-du-Bois
Very close to Paris, in a very old village of gardeners, my apartment is at the heart of this village in the center but very calme. La house dates from the French Revolution. It is...
Situated beside Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil Golf Club, this hotel is just 1.3 km from the park. It offers a 24-hour reception and budget accommodation with a private bathroom and free...
Located in Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
Room from 46 €
Campanile Hotel Saint Germain les Corbeil
6.7
Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
This fully renovated Campanile hotel is located 30 minutes from Disneyland Resort Paris® and near the Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil golf course in a green setting. The Campanile Hotel...
Located in Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil
Room from 45 €
Novotel Senart Golf De Greenparc
7.9
Saint-Pierre-du-Perray
This Novotel is set in the Golf de Greenparc, in Saint Pierre Du Perray. It offers air-conditioned accommodation and an indoor swimming pool with a sauna and a fitness centre. Each...
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