Ferrières

Ferrières is the name of several communes in France. The toponym derives from the Latin ferraria, meaning ironworks, reflecting historical activity related to iron production or forges in the area.

One of the best-known places bearing the name is Ferrières-en-Brie, a commune in the Seine-et-Marne department in the Île-de-France region, located southeast of Paris. It is notable for the Château de Ferrières, a large 19th-century estate built by members of the Rothschild family. The chateau stands as a prominent example of period architecture and has been associated with the social and cultural life of the era.

Another example is Ferrières-en-Gâtinais, a commune in the Loiret department in north-central France. It lies in a rural area characterized by agricultural activity and historical buildings common to the region.

In France, Ferrières as a place name is relatively common and appears in various departments, often reflecting historical ironworking sites or local industries that once existed there. The name continues to be used for small communities and localities within broader municipal structures.

See also: Ferrières (disambiguation) for other uses and places bearing the name.