The Banque de France (French: Banque de France), also known as the Central Bank of France, is the central bank of France.

The Banque de France was established on January 18, 1800 by Napoleon Bonaparte, the then First Reign. Its original purpose was to be responsible for the issuance of banknotes and help the French economy escape the depression caused by the French Revolution.

Since 1806, the headquarters of the Banque de France has been located in the former residence of the Count of Toulouse on the rue de la Vrilière in the 1st arrondissement of Paris.

The Banque de France is a member of the European System of Central Banks (ESCB) and participates in the formulation and implementation of the European unified monetary policy.

Headquarters Paris, France Established January 18, 1800 President Christian Noyer Central Bank of France Formerly Royal Bank Successor European System of Central Banks (1999) Website www.banque-france.fr