Institut Géographique National (IGN)

The Institut Géographique National (IGN) is France’s official government agency responsible for producing detailed geographic information, maps, and spatial data. It gathers, updates, and maintains geographic references to help with navigation, urban planning, environmental management, and public services. IGN creates highly accurate topographic maps and geographic databases used by government agencies, researchers, and the public. Essentially, it serves as France’s authoritative source for geographic information, ensuring reliable and consistent spatial data for various applications.