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An old abandoned port known as the Bassin Rond, a peaceful walk to listen to the birds, following the Escaut Canal and its lock, with a riverside café. A pond, a river, meadows, and three villages to pass through – everything you need for a lovely day out with the family.

A walk through some woodland, passing through Saint-Leu, Montlignon, Montmorency, Saint-Brice-sous-Forêt and, finally, Écouen. A lovely way to spend a day with friends or family – and why not stop off at a good restaurant in Piscop before finishing the route? 17/02/2026: Route change between (11) and (12) to avoid a road closed to traffic.

A lovely walk from Wissant to Cap Gris Nez along the cliffs. You’ll need to leave a car in the Cap Gris Nez car park for the return journey.

A short walk with little elevation gain starting from the hamlet of Les Maisons, passing by Lac de Roue and Arvieux.

A hike along theGR®®223trail on the Normandy coast.

A varied hike from station to station, following the underground Dhuys aqueduct. This route allows you to discover the Marne first, before taking forest paths and crossing pretty villages.

A hike from station to station starting from Montigny-sur-Loing. A varied route through the forest with a few rocks and the banks of the Loing. The Loing valley is an authentic green paradise that can be explored over a medium distance via footpaths, rural tracks and towpaths. This route takes you along the river and the canal of the same name, which flow side by side until they meet the Seine.

A circular walk starting from Passy-sur-Marne, taking in vineyards, châteaux, villages, the banks of the Marne and wash houses, not forgetting the military cemetery and the Dormans Memorial 1914-1918. A busy day steeped in history.

After the magical shores of the Arnel and Vic ponds, explore the old salt marshes belonging to the Conservatoire du Littoral and discover an environment of great ecological richness. Don't miss the nature reserve with its flamingos and the wine estate.

Along the way, you will pass through the charming villages of the Clignon Valley, the Moulin de Brisé in Monthiers, the wash house in Licy Clignon, the fountain in Torcy en Vallois, the American and German military cemeteries in Belleau, and the Bois de Belleau.

Hiking around Varenne-sur-Seine. The trails leading to springs, mills and wash houses complete this circuit, passing by the Noue Notre-Dame leisure centre and the botanical garden with its castle.

A pleasant walk that climbs slightly at the start of this circuit through oak trees, leading to the small Notre-Dame de Capimont Sanctuary, a true haven of peace and coolness. Overlooking the Orb and Bitoulet valleys, you will be in the shade during hot weather and a panoramic view awaits you there.

This magnificent route will allow you to discover the wonders of the Chevreuse Valley, passing through the Domaine de Coubertin, the Meridon Departmental Forest, the Bois du Vossery sandstone quarry, the village of Chevreuse with its shopping streets, its church, the Promenade des Petits Ponts and its medieval castle.

This walk takes you from Melun to the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, the famous castle of Nicolas Fouquet, via the GR®1 and a PR®. You follow the Amont green corridor, passing through the picturesque Briard village of Maincy, a ‘small town of character’, then passing close to the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte and its French gardens.

A hike from station to station that will take you through the forest of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Nature Park. Ponds, castle, forest, ramparts and museum: everything you need for a wonderful day out with family or friends.

A walk starting from Valmondois towards Ogivaux Castle and Moulin le Roy, then heading towards L’Isle-Adam through the woods. A stroll along the left bank towards the new port of L’Isle-Adam, then a walk around the lake, and continuing along the banks of the Oise via the GR®1 greenway.

Pass through beautiful traditional villages, across fields and woods, via the Étang and Moulin de Vallières, ending along the Viosne.

The Grande Randonnée trail, which crosses the massif from one side to the other, offers walkers idyllic scenes, such as the surroundings of the Mare du Cormier, or bucolic moments, such as chestnut picking! Within the Ferrieres and Armainvilliers forests, the route follows sections of the GRP® and PR® trails of the Briardes Valleys and Forests.

Starting from Brunémont Town Hall, this easy trail offers the chance to discover the many charms of the Sensée canals, the star river of the area. At the confluence of the Canal du Nord and the Canal de la Sensée, this walk along towpaths and paths bordering the ponds offers a pleasant and safe setting. Along the edges of the ponds, the reed beds and willow groves are home to beautiful populations of marsh ferns. Be mindful of the environment, as the Aubigny and Brunémont marshes are an important heritage site for wildlife, particularly herons, marsh warblers and grass snakes.

During this walk, the route gradually enters wooded areas after passing the English Cemetery, where nature offers a little respite from the built-up areas. The Seine, the Buttes du Parisis National Forest, Cormeilles Fort.

Between Isle-les-Meldeuses and Meaux, along the Marne and the Canal de l'Ourcq, discover a corner of Île-de-France that is rich in nature, heritage and symbols. Shady paths, soothing rivers, nature reserve.

A beautiful hike in the hills above the village offering views of Bormes Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the world, and the Hyères Islands. Discover lush nature and layers of history, all while enjoying an exceptional panorama. 17/02/2026: Modification of the hike to avoid private property.

Lake Saint-Cassien covers a total of 420 hectares. This hike follows the GR®49 on the left bank of the lake. The return journey is via a PR® and then an unmarked path before rejoining the GR®49. A shaded route, close to magnificent hilltop villages, offering the opportunity to picnic by the water's edge.

Le Pradet is a true paradise for hikers. Its trails offer exceptional views of the Mediterranean, fascinating historical remains and unspoilt nature. This coastal path winds between beaches and cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the sea. It leads to Garonne Beach, passing by coves and exceptional viewpoints, and finally to Fort Saint-Louis.

This PR®-marked route will take you from the village of Les Douvilles to the Rabouchon bars, where you can enjoy panoramic views. You will pass by the12th-century Tour du Faucon and the Défens de la Tour.

This hike takes us through the vineyards to the picturesque village of Hautvillers, where many Champagne family homes can be found. The Abbey of Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers houses the tomb of the monk Dom Pérignon, who is credited with inventing the Champagne method of winemaking. The Pierre Cheval Park, nestled on the side of a hillside, offers a magnificent view of the village of Hautvillers.

This hike around Gisors is one of the best ways to discover nature. Take the time to walk through the Norman Vexin, explore the plains, valleys and woods, town and countryside. Here, a diversity of landscapes awaits you between our peaceful little villages. Discover the Château de Gisors too.

Hike along the Yvette river, with its wash houses, passing by the Château de la Madeleine. The route also passes through a forest in a former sandstone quarry.

Crossed by numerous waterways, the town of Chaumont-en-Vexin has been awarded the Petite Cité de Caractère label. Along the route, you can discover the rolling landscapes of the Vexin and the Troesne valley, with two megaliths along the way: the Dolmen des Trois-Pierres in Trie-Château and the Pierre Droite de Delincourt.

A hike in the Vexin Regional Nature Park starting from Bonnières-sur-Seine, passing through Port Saint-Nicolas, La Roche-Guyon, the Faïence Garden and the Coteaux de la Seine Nature Reserve.

Passing through the Seiglats Regional Nature Reserve on this hike, you will see a variety of birds, including birds of prey and passerines, as well as locks along the banks of the Seine and Yonne rivers and ponds.

A walking tour that starts at the Verneuil-l'Étang train station. It passes through three villages: Ozouer-le-Voulgis, Chaumes-en-Brie and Verneuil-l'Étang. Woods, fields, narrow streets, meadows and gardens, following the course of the Yerres river.

Visit Royaumont Abbey via Viarmes and Luzarches, following the GR®655 circular route, for a wonderful day out with the family.

Discover the Ile de Loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines with its nature reserve, a route with few hills and accessible to all.

This is a walk around Pontchartrain, passing through Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, Neauphle-le-Vieux, Mareil-le-Guyon and Tremblay-sur-Mauldre. You will follow restored footpaths amongst castles, rivers and fields.

Dreux, the old town with its medieval castle fortifications, narrow streets, belfry, Royal Chapel of Saint Louis, half-timbered houses, ramparts, not to mention its vineyards, etc. Everything you need for a wonderful day out with the family.

A route taking you along the Loing, past ponds, castles, mills and the old village of Amilly, then on to Lac des Closiers, the perfect spot for a picnic. The two locks: the Passerelle de la Marolles lock, followed by the Écluse de la Tuilerie lock.

From the Malmaison State Forest to the Fausses Reposes State Forest, in an exceptional natural setting, passing by the Avray and Saint Cucufa ponds. The Marne-la-Coquette Park and the Villeneuve Memorial round off this walk, not to mention the Bois Preau Park with its château and the Fort du Mont Valérien. Enough to fill a lovely day.

A hike from Gironville-sur-Essonne station to Boigneville station via Malesherbes, following the Essonne river on a route with very little elevation gain. Malesherbes is located on the border of Seine-et-Marne and is crossed by the Essonne river. On the agenda: castle, wash house, river, narrow streets, ponds and mills, passing through the pretty villages of Buno-Bonnevaux and Rouville, following the GR®1.

A lovely route along the banks of the Loing, exploring the ponds surrounding Souppes-sur-Loing. Visit Nemours with its Chaintreauville Fountain, bridges covered in flowers in spring, beautiful church with its bell on the ground and the bridge over the Loing blessed by Pius VII. Arrange for transport for the return journey.

Discover a variety of landscapes, including the Fusain Valley and Château-Landon on a limestone plateau overlooking Fusain. See Saint-Séverin Abbey, the little brother of Mont Saint-Michel, the Romanesque tower, the Templar Chapel, and the Grand Étang de Dordives lake with its water sports centre. A beautiful day ahead without too much elevation gain.

Veules-les-Roses is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. Discover Veules through its picturesque narrow streets, its traditional mills, its beach, its Norman thatched cottages and its white chalk cliffs – an unmissable destination where Victor Hugo loved to stroll along the banks of the Veules. ⚠️ 22/06/2026: the walk has been rerouted to (3) to avoid private property.

A lovely, flat route to enjoy at a leisurely pace along the banks of the Oise, with a section high up behind the Pays de Maurecourt offering magnificent views of the Oise. This region is even more beautiful when viewed from the footpaths.

This hike starts in Gif-sur-Yvette and takes you to the heights of the Saint-Aubin and Vallée Bonnard channels, following the Yvette river and returning via La Mérantaise, passing through the Bois d'Aigrefoin, the Saint-Aubin communal forest and the Coupières basin.

At the gateway to Normandy, Évreux is a city steeped in history and culture, surrounded by forests and charming valleys. A hike through the undergrowth, rivers and panoramic views of the Côte Valeme and Côte Blanche hillsides, then along the banks of the Iton with its old wash houses.

A hike starting from Boigneville station, on the border between Loiret and Île-de-France. A route that crosses the Gatinais Regional Nature Park, passing through Malesherbes, in the heart of the Upper Essonne Valley, with pretty footbridges. A short stop at the13th-century Church of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption with its crypt.

A route with a slight elevation gain, starting at the banks of the Seine and the railway line, then climbing towards Parc de la Butte d'Orgemont. Pass by Moulin d'Orgemont and Moulin de Sannois, through the Buttes du Parisis regional forest and Fort de Cormeilles. ⚠️ Please note! This hike is not marked, so be sure to follow the description, map and compass.

A walk from station to station around Villeneuve-la-Garenne, along the Seine and then to Île Saint-Denis via the park’s water sports centre, passing by the Chantereine Farm (visiting hours are in the afternoon only); a walk without too much distance or elevation gain.

From the Parc de la Vallée aux Loups to the Chateaubriand Museum and the botanical garden, via the Fontaine Levron, then the Parc Départemental de la Roseraie. A walk through the Parc du Domaine de Sceaux, along the grand canal, past the Octogone and, finally, past the 17th-century Château de Sceaux.

A walk along the Seine from Triel-sur-Seine to Gargenville, taking in footpaths, narrow streets and the Île de Loisirs du Val de Seine, with panoramic views over the plain. Castles, wash houses and ponds are all waiting to be discovered along this route.