Ris-Orangis‍ Proposes Abandoned Racetrack for Potential PSG Stadium

RIS-ORANGIS, France – Local officials in ris-Orangis, a town in Essonne, have proposed an abandoned racetrack as a potential site ‍for a future Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) stadium. Stéphane Raffalli, the Socialist mayor of Ris-Orangis, announced the project Wednesday.

Raffalli stated, “We firmly believe that the⁤ site we are offering is exceptional,⁣ unique, and ideally suited for the construction of the future PSG stadium and its associated facilities.”⁣ The town ‍has a population of 30,000 and is located approximately⁤ 20 kilometers south of Paris.

Donning a PSG jersey with “Objectif 2030” emblazoned on the back, Raffalli highlighted the site’s advantages: its size (100 hectares of undeveloped land), accessibility from Paris via major roadways (A6, Ile-de-France) and public transportation (RER D, Tramway 12), and the absence of nearby residences or restrictive regulations.

PSG expressed interest last year ⁢in relocating to a new site after the paris city hall declined to sell Parc des Princes, the club’s current stadium located ⁤in western paris. The club indicated ⁢it would seek a location ⁣it coudl own.

Sence ⁢then, numerous cities in the Paris region have expressed interest in hosting the Champions League finalist’s future stadium, including Poissy (Yvelines), Massy (Essonne), and aulnay-sous-Bois (Seine-Saint-Denis). The Ris-Orangis proposal⁢ centers on ⁣a former racetrack, which ceased operations⁢ in 1996, ⁢and ‍the site of a former Lu-Danone⁤ factory, demolished in 2007.

The French Rugby federation (FFR) previously considered the location for a new national ⁣rugby stadium. Though,the project was abandoned by former FFR president Bernard Laporte after his election in⁤ 2016.

Michel Bisson,the Socialist president of the Grand Paris Sud agglomeration,encompassing approximately 20‍ municipalities in Essonne and Seine-et-Marne,noted,”This candidacy represents a catchment area of ⁣600,000 inhabitants.”

Éric Braive, president of the Cœur d’Essonne ⁣Agglomeration, which includes municipalities such as ⁢Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois, Brétigny-sur-Orge, and Fleury-Mérogis, stated, “This project is vital for the region and will have a significant impact ‍on the southern Ile-de-France area.”

## Ris-Orangis Proposes Abandoned Racetrack for Potential PSG Stadium: A Q&A

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the proposal by Ris-Orangis to potentially host ⁢the ⁢future⁣ Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) stadium. We will explore the key aspects of this advancement, from the location and⁤ its advantages to⁢ the context behind PSG’s search for a new‍ home.

### What is the Ris-Orangis proposal for ⁤a new PSG stadium?

Local officials in Ris-Orangis,⁢ a town in Essonne, France, have⁤ proposed an abandoned‍ racetrack as a potential site for the ⁣future Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) stadium.

### ‍Where is Ris-Orangis located?

Ris-Orangis is located in Essonne, approximately 20 kilometers ⁤south of Paris.

### ⁤Who announced the project?

The project was announced by Stéphane Raffalli, the Socialist mayor of Ris-Orangis.

### What are the key advantages of the proposed site in Ris-Orangis?

The advantages of the site include:

• Size: 100 hectares of undeveloped land
• Accessibility: Major roadways (A6, ‍Ile-de-France), public transportation (RER⁢ D, tramway 12).
• absence of nearby residences or restrictive regulations.

### Why is PSG looking for a new stadium?

PSG is looking for a new stadium because Paris City Hall declined to sell the Parc des Princes, the club’s current stadium.

### What kind of location is PSG seeking?

The club⁢ indicated it woudl seek a location⁣ it⁤ can own.

### Wich other cities are interested in hosting PSG’s new stadium?

Other cities in the Paris region that have expressed interest include:

• poissy (Yvelines)
• Massy (Essonne)
• Aulnay-sous-Bois (Seine-Saint-Denis)

### What is the history of ⁤the Ris-Orangis site?

The Ris-Orangis proposal‍ centers on a former racetrack that ceased operations in 1996 and the site of a former Lu-Danone factory, demolished in 2007.

### Was the ris-Orangis site ⁤considered for another stadium before?

Yes, ⁣the French Rugby Federation (FFR) previously considered this location for a new ⁤national rugby stadium. However, the project⁤ was abandoned in 2016.

### What is the catchment area of the proposed stadium site?

The Socialist president of⁢ the Grand‍ Paris Sud agglomeration, Michel Bisson, noted that the candidacy represents a catchment area of 600,000 inhabitants.

### What is the potential impact of the project on the⁣ region?

Éric Braive, president of the Cœur d’Essonne Agglomeration, stated that the project is vital for the region and will have a significant impact on⁤ the southern Ile-de-France area.

### Summarizing the Key Considerations:

Here ⁣is a summary table of key aspects of the⁣ Ris-Orangis proposal:

Aspect	Details
Proposed Site	Abandoned Racetrack & Former⁣ Factory Site
Location	Ris-Orangis, Essonne (20 km south of Paris)
Key Advantage	100 hectares of Undeveloped Land
Accessibility	Roadways (A6), Public Transport (RER D, Tramway 12)
PSG’s Goal	Own a New Stadium
catchment Area	600,000 Inhabitants