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Bois-Colombes is a commune in the northwestern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 9 km (5.6 mi) from the center of Paris. It is one of the most densely populated municipalities in Europe. International companies such as Colgate-Palmolive, IBM and AVIVA have their French quarter in Bois Colombes.

Population: 24,300

Latitude: 48° 55' 9.70" N
Longitude: 2° 16' 29.46" E

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