Massy

Massy is a commune in the Essonne department in the Île-de-France region of northern France. It lies in the southwestern suburbs of Paris and is part of the Grand Paris metropolitan area. The town is primarily residential and commercial, with a population in the tens of thousands.

Massy is a transportation hub in the southern Paris suburbs. It is served by Massy – Palaiseau station on the RER B line, providing frequent links to central Paris and to the southern suburbs. It is also served by Massy TGV, a high-speed rail station that connects the locality with major French cities via the national high-speed network. This transport connectivity has supported local development, commerce, and employment.

The local economy includes a mix of office space, retail, and light industry, with several business parks and shopping centers near the station. Massy offers public amenities, parks, cultural facilities, and sports venues for residents. The town is also home to educational institutions and community organizations that serve its population.

Historically, the area developed from rural settlements into a suburban town in the 19th and 20th centuries, accelerated by rail and road infrastructure around Paris. Today Massy continues to grow within the Île-de-France region, balancing residential life with commercial activity and regional transport links.