De la carrière à la base de loisir : la transformation touristique d’un territoire en marge, l’exemple francilien

A shift from industrial and agricultural use to recreational tourism has reshaped the marginal territories along the Seine River in the Paris region, integrating them into urban leisure spaces. This transformation, driven by post-war population growth and policy initiatives, created outdoor leisure centers that prioritized nature access for Ile-de-France residents. The study reveals how state and regional policies facilitated this transition, blending marginal lands into the urban fabric while addressing recreational needs. By analyzing policy implementation and territorial integration, researchers highlight a model for balancing development with environmental preservation in densely populated areas.

Philippe, M., & Schut, P.-O. (2019). De la carrière à la base de loisir : la transformation touristique d’un territoire en marge, l’exemple francilien. Loisir et Société / Society and Leisure, 42(3), 487–502. https://doi.org/10.1080/07053436.2019.1682265