Haven’t you heard? Vélizy-Villacoublay is not just another suburb. It is a blend of history and modernity. Here at the Mairie de Vélizy-Villacoublay, we stand at the heart of this unique town.
This building is more than just an administrative center. It’s a symbol of the town’s evolution. Vélizy-Villacoublay sits in the Yvelines department. It is in the Île-de-France region. The town is only 13.9 kilometers from the heart of Paris. Versailles is just 3.2 kilometers away.
But before we delve deeper let’s talk about this Mairie de Vélizy-Villacoublay, here at Place de l’Hôtel de Ville. The town’s residents come here. They manage everything from starting a business to getting married. Pascal Thévenot is currently the mayor. His term runs from 2020 to 2026.
Vélizy-Villacoublay’s story is one of transformation. Once, Vélizy was a small hamlet. It was part of the village of Ursine. Ursine was established as a parish in the 13th century. In 1674, the church was moved from Ursine to Vélizy.
The town’s name also has an interesting story. Vélizy comes from Vileriacum in 829. Villacoublay was joined to Vélizy in 1937. Now it is Vélizy-Villacoublay.
During the 20th century, Vélizy-Villacoublay saw significant changes. In 1937, Villacoublay’s airfield became so important. The town decided to unite the names. The airbase was bombed during the war. The Americans bombed it. The bombings badly affected Vélizy Village.
After the war, Vélizy-Villacoublay continued to grow. In 1974, the new Mairie de Vélizy-Villacoublay was inaugurated. This was in the presence of Jacques Chirac. In 2002, the cultural center l’Onde was delivered. It had a theater with 670 seats.
Today, Vélizy-Villacoublay is a dynamic town. It balances residential areas with business. The town is home to the Inovel Parc business area. Many companies are located here.
Vélizy-Villacoublay has received awards for its beauty. In 2024, it received the Fleur d’Or. It is the only town in Île-de-France to receive this award.
As you stand here at the Mairie de Vélizy-Villacoublay, you are at a place that reflects the town’s heart. You can feel the pulse of a community that has evolved while retaining its unique identity.