Bobigny, located in the north-east of Paris a short distance from the city centre is a few kilometres east of Porte de Pantin. It is the capital of the department of Seine Saint Denis and has easy city access to Paris proper via its underground Metro (train services). A cultural area, it is home to the University Paris XIII as well as the Maison Culturelle, well ... More> known for its theatrical productions, cabaret shows, music festivals and exhibitions. The ‘Fête de la Ville’ a major public festival takes place in Bobigny every year, usually in September, in connection with the French Music Festival and is one of the ‘not to be missed’ activities when visiting the area.