Places in France Beginning with O

The table below lists all the major cities and towns in France whose names start with the letter O. Further down you will also find some general data and facts about each.

NameRegionPopulation
ObernaiGrand Est11,000
OlivetCentre-Val de Loire22,000
Oloron-Sainte-MarieNouvelle-Aquitaine10,000
OrangeProvence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur29,000
OrléansCentre-Val de Loire117,000
OrsayÎle-de-France17,000
OullinsAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes27,000

Obernai

Obernai, located in the Grand Est region, is a picturesque town on the Alsace Wine Route. Known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and charming half-timbered houses, it is a popular tourist destination for wine lovers and history enthusiasts.

Olivet

Olivet, situated in the Centre-Val de Loire region, is a suburban town south of Orléans. It is known for its peaceful riverside location along the Loiret River and its green spaces, making it a popular area for outdoor activities.

Oloron-Sainte-Marie

Oloron-Sainte-Marie, in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is a small town nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It has a rich history as a former bishopric and is known for its chocolate industry and beautiful natural surroundings.

Orange

Orange, in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, is famous for its Roman theater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its Roman triumphal arch. The town has a strong historical connection to the Roman Empire and remains a cultural hub.

Orléans

Orléans, located in Centre-Val de Loire, is historically significant as the city where Joan of Arc led the French to victory during the Hundred Years’ War. The city is also known for its impressive cathedral and its role as a gateway to the Loire Valley.

Orsay

Orsay, in Île-de-France, is a town known for its scientific institutions, particularly the University of Paris-Sud, which specializes in research in physics and engineering. It has a suburban character and is close to the Paris-Saclay innovation cluster.

Oullins

Oullins, located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is a suburb of Lyon. It is known for its connection to the city’s extensive public transportation system and for its peaceful residential neighborhoods. The town also has a rich industrial history.

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