Located about twenty kilometers from Paris, Morangis takes place in Île-de-France, in the department of Essonne. It is located in the natural region of Hurepoix, not far from Palaiseau, Montlhéry, Arpajon or Evry.
High place of viticulture and agriculture, the old Louans develops in the twelfth century. Holiday resort of Parisians of the bourgeoisie became noble in the sixteenth and seventeenth century, the town of Morangis is growing gradually. It takes its current name at the end of the seventeenth century, under the influence of the lord of the place, Jean-Jacques de Barillon, Chancellor of France. But it is in the twentieth century, with the development of many subdivisions that the city really takes off, becoming an important site in the Paris region.
Today, the city of Morangis is appreciated for its proximity to Paris and its excellent public transport links to discover the most beautiful sites in the region. The fine gastronomes also discover with pleasure the site of manufacture of the very famous pastry Ladurée.
