Vanves Population and Area (Hauts-de-Seine)

Vanves: Population and Area

With 28,858 inhabitants (INSEE total population in force on January 1, 2026), Vanves is the 309^th most populous town in France in 2026 and the 26^th most populous in the Hauts-de-Seine department, out of 36 communes. It covers 1.56 km² (34,652^nd largest area in France, 36^th largest in the department), with a population density of 18,499 inhabitants per km², or 169 times the national average (110 inhabitants/km²), which ranks it 12^th in France for density.

Vanves is located in the Hauts-de-Seine department (92), in the Île-de-France region, where it ranks 114^th by population out of 1,266 communes. The most populous town in the Hauts-de-Seine department is Boulogne-Billancourt (120,206 inhabitants); the department is home to 1,670,575 people over 176 km².

See the full ranking of communes in the Hauts-de-Seine department and the regional ranking: largest city in Île-de-France.

Towns of similar size in the Hauts-de-Seine department: Saint-Cloud (pop. 30,332), Bois-Colombes (pop. 29,250), Le Plessis-Robinson (pop. 29,016), Villeneuve-la-Garenne (pop. 26,094), Fontenay-aux-Roses (pop. 24,252), Sèvres (pop. 22,599).

Sources: INSEE, official population figures in force on January 1, 2026 (total population); areas: IGN / Observatoire des territoires; INSEE code 92075. Rankings are calculated across the 34,858 communes of metropolitan and overseas France in our database.

Vanves is a charming town in the Hauts-de-Seine department in the Île-de-France region, just a few kilometers from Paris. With a population of around 28,000, it is considered a peaceful and pleasant place to live.

The history of Vanves dates back to Roman times, and the town has grown significantly over recent decades, becoming a top choice today for people who want to live near Paris while enjoying a quieter environment.

Vanves is a lively town with a rich cultural and sporting life. Sports fans can head to the Vanves stadium to watch local sporting events.

Nature lovers will appreciate the many parks and green spaces of Vanves, such as the Parc Frédéric-Pic. These green spaces offer a welcome escape from the city and are perfect for walks, picnics and outdoor activities.

Vanves is also known for its food. The town is full of small restaurants, bistros and brasseries serving quality traditional French cuisine. Residents and visitors alike can discover the richness of French cooking here.

Finally, Vanves enjoys an excellent location, with easy access to public transportation. The town is served by several bus lines, as well as by line 13 of the Paris metro, which gets you quickly to central Paris.

In short, Vanves is a pleasant, lively town offering a high quality of life, while being close to the French capital. Whether you are moving there or just visiting, Vanves is a town well worth the trip.