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Maisons-Laffitte in the ÃŽle-de-France

Saturday, 11 October 2025 - 11:00 am (CET/MEZ) Berlin | Author/Destination: European Union / Europäische Union
Category/Kategorie: General, Paris / Île-de-France Reading Time:  4 minutes

🔊 Listen to this Post Maisons-Laffitte is a commune in the Yvelines department in the northern ÃŽle-de-France region of France. It is a part of the affluent outer suburbs of northwestern Paris, 18.2 km (11.3 mi) from its centre. Maisons-Laffitte is famous for the Château de Maisons-Laffitte, built by architect François Mansart in the 17th century, and its horse racing track, the Maisons-Laffitte Racecourse. Église Saint-Nicolas was built between 1867 and 1872.

As of 2025, Maisons-Laffitte is known as a wealthy suburban town that blends historical charm with modern living. It is known for its green spaces, international community, and elegant architecture. The Château de Maisons is now a protected monument and open to the public. The town remains an important center for horse training and racing in France. Maisons-Laffitte has been recognized in rankings of the best places to live in France. According to the 2025 “Villes et Villages où il fait bon vivre” (Towns and Villages Where Life is Good) ranking, Maisons-Laffitte is positioned 243rd nationally out of 34,795 communes. Among communes with populations between 20,000 and 50,000 inhabitants, it ranks 93rd out of 335. Within its department, Yvelines, Maisons-Laffitte holds the 8th position overall and 6th among communes of similar size. Additionally, Maisons-Laffitte has been featured in various publications highlighting desirable places to live in France. For instance, Expat Exchange includes Maisons-Laffitte in its list of the “15 Best Places to Live in France,” noting its charming environment, rich history, and vibrant cultural life.

Maisons-Laffitte is home to a notable expatriate population, particularly from English-speaking countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada, as well as other European nations like Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavian countries. As of 2021, around 10.8% of the town’s population held foreign citizenship, reflecting its international character. The town’s appeal to expats stems from its peaceful, green environment, elegant residential neighborhoods, and proximity to central Paris (just 20 minutes by RER A or Transilien train). It offers a village-like atmosphere while remaining well-connected to urban amenities.

A key factor in the town’s popularity with foreign residents is the presence of international educational institutions in the nearby area, most notably the Lycée International de Saint-Germain-en-Laye and the International School of France, which provides bilingual education in several languages, including English, German, Dutch, Spanish, and others. Many expat families choose to live in Maisons-Laffitte due to its convenient access to these schools. The town also has an active international community, with only English-speaking services, clubs, associations, and places of worship, like Holy Trinity Church, which regularly has Sunday services in English. Other such services include cultural events, sports activities, and networking opportunities that help new residents integrate into French culture. Maisons-Laffitte’s strong expat presence contributes to its cosmopolitan atmosphere while maintaining its traditional French charm.

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