Overview & visitor information
Vast community mosque serving Western Paris suburbs near the La Défense business district. Modern wudu facilities available.
Masjid
Mosquée de Nanterre
Vast community mosque serving Western Paris suburbs near the La Défense business district. Modern wudu facilities available.
City guideNanterre
Muslim traveller information
- Prayer access
- On-site
- Accessibility
- Limited
Highly accessible with step-free entrances; high security.
Information reviewed: 2026-07-02
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4.7 kmBois de Boulogne
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5.6 kmHyatt Regency Paris Etoile
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