Cergy-Pontoise

　　Cergy-Pontoise is a new commune in the Val-d'Oise department of France, located on the Oise River to the northwest of Paris. Established in the 1960s, its name comes from the two of its 13 constituent communes—Cergy and Pontoise—and it is home to the renowned University of Cergy-Pontoise.

　　Cergy-Pontoise boasts castles, churches, and other historic buildings scattered across its various communes, numerous parks, lush trees, modern architecture, and hospitable residents. You can also visit the surrounding predominantly agricultural towns to enjoy the rural scenery and experience traditional markets full of local charm.

　　Cergy-Pontoise Reason to visit: Home to the University of Cergy-Pontoise in France Continent: Europe [Europe] Country/Region: France [France] Province/State: Île-de-France [île-de-france] City: Cergy-Pontoise [Cergy-Pontoise]