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A lovely, mainly woodland walk, easily accessible from an RER station. Beautiful ponds, a few pools, the impressive Allée des Séquoias, the park and the Taffarette Totems are among the route’s highlights, to which one must add the superb oak trees that dot many sections of this forest.

An easy walk along good paths and tracks, taking in two typical villages (Grancey-le-Château being the most noteworthy), through beautiful mixed woodland and some farmland offering interesting views.The route also follows a lovely section of the ‘Trail of the First Farmers’, which uses illustrated educational panels to trace local history back well before the Common Era.

A walk that takes you round Lake Chamboux on a circular route, allowing you to enjoy the Morvan countryside along paths and tracks that are often shaded. In Alligny-en-Morvan, you can take the time to visit the fascinating Museum of Wet Nurses and Children of the Public Assistance.

A very beautiful walk, mostly in the shade, whose main point of interest is Mont Beuvray – both a hill overlooking the region and offering superb panoramic views, and the site of the ancient Gallic metropolis and oppidum of Bibracte. Archaeological remains are everywhere on the summit of Mont Beuvray, with numerous reconstructed sites and others where excavations are still actively underway. Well-researched information boards are found throughout, providing context for everything you see – or don’t see – whilst the Bibracte Museum welcomes visitors for a deeper understanding of the history, the metropolis and the artefacts discovered there.

The main attraction of this walk is, of course, the Canche Valley in the section where it forms its gorges: a very beautiful, steep-sided valley, with a succession of varied waterfalls and very swift rapids, even after a long dry spell. The subsequent walk through the Glenne State Forest offers a much easier route in the shade of beautiful old spruce plantations, which share the space with fine chestnut trees, some of which are also of a very respectable size. The final section takes you past Morvan farms, their crops and numerous pastures home to herds of Charolais cattle.

An easy walk along good paths and trails, taking in two remarkable villages whilst passing through beautiful mixed woodland and some farmland offering interesting views.

The walk takes you through a string of pretty villages, each with its own church boasting distinctive architecture and, for the most part, also home to a castle, the most remarkable of which are those at Guiry-en-Vexin, Théméricourt and Viry. There are also several museums along the route: the Archaeological Museum, the Tools Museum, the Harvest Museum and the Maison du Parc.It is also an opportunity to admire the open landscapes of this very hilly French Vexin region, where fields, meadows and forests intermingle. The calcareous meadows are particularly striking in spring due to the abundance of flowers found there.

An easy walk along very good paths or trails, with no significant elevation gain. The main attraction lies in passing through several beautiful, varied deciduous forests, whose most remarkable inhabitants are majestic oak trees. The oldest is at point (8). There are also a few castles along the route, and the church at Sucy, which is usually open and well worth a visit.The map shows several urban areas, but for much of these urban sections, the walk takes place along tree-lined avenues or through green corridors, making it easy to forget that you are ‘in town’.

Circular route through a beautiful part of Frankfurt’s Green Belt, following sections of the “GrünGürtel Wanderweg”. Mainly through woodland, this walk connects various ponds and the area’s key points of interest: the iron-rich spring at Königsbrünnchen, and the Tyrol Pond with its armadillo sculptures by the sculptor Andreas Rohrbach. Often with beautiful beech trees overhead and vast patches of wild garlic at our feet.A hike that is very easy to adapt and shorten.

This is an alternative to the walk “From Crécy-la-Chapelle station to Meaux station via Bouleurs and Boutigny”, which runs further east and allows you to visit the interesting village of Saint-Fiacre (church, wash house, picnic spot and restaurant), and to cross several fields of nearby oil wells. The first third mainly crosses cultivated areas, where the undulating plateau allows the eye to see quite far. You also pass through the villages of Sancy and Vaucourtois, with their respective churches and castles. The second part is much more varied, taking you along a section of the Dhuys Aqueduct, past the Meaux-Boutigny golf course, through the woods at the foot of Bois le Comte, and along the Marne before finishing with a quick (or longer, depending on your mood) visit to the old town centre of Meaux.

The main aim of this walk is to reach La Roche Turpin from a station (RER C). La Roche Turpin is a magnificent natural area consisting of a sandstone plateau and its slopes, covered by a beautiful forest mainly populated by oaks (including some superb specimens), chestnut trees and Scots pines.At the start, you can enjoy the path around the Bassin de Trévoix (Retenue de l'Orge). You then make a pleasant walk through the village of Bruyères-le-Châtel via a dense network of well-maintained footpaths. Next comes the beautiful forest of Bruyères-le-Châtel (although there are long straight stretches due to fences enclosing large areas).

The walk begins with a very varied section of the GRP® "la Seine impressionniste", starting with the imposing ESA Ariane rocket factory and its loading dock, a charming marina, the Île de loisir du Val de Seine, and several very large ponds. It continues through Triel-sur-Seine, with its pleasant Parc Senet and the architecturally intricate St Martin’s Church. The walk through the Bois d’Hautil along easy yet unspoilt paths is well worth the detour for its chestnut forests dotted with a few fine oaks, and punctuated by a large number of sinkholes resulting from the collapse of underground quarries. And we finish off gently, admiring the confluence of the Oise and the Seine. ⚠️ User comment on 18 May 2026:>Please note: at point 8, the path is closed in both directions due to reported risks of collapse; instead, take the GR®2 further down to cross from east to west

This circular allows you to enjoy the beautiful forests, mainly oak, of the Crécy Forest. Three-quarters of the route is in the woods, while the rest takes you through two charming villages, each with a remarkable castle and an elegant church. A few other points of interest are indicated, including the memorial to the poet Étienne Jodelle (1532-1573), a contemporary of the much better-known Pierre Ronsard. The forest was very lively when I visited (at the end of December): despite a large wild boar hunt in progress, I saw three deer (in three different places) and a fox. The GPX track can be very useful in the forest, given the various changes in direction.

A fairly easy walk from station to station, the first part of which is through woodland where you can admire superb specimens of various species of deciduous trees, particularly beeches and oaks, which are certainly over a hundred years old. You also pass close to the Alluets-le-Roi telecommunications centre and its many antennas of all types.The second part, which is more varied, includes a visit to the ruins of Abbecourt Abbey and the centres of the villages of Orgeval and Villennes-sur-Seine with their churches. The walk ends with a pleasant stroll along the banks of the Seine.

A beautiful forest walk, easily accessible from an RER station. Two beautiful ponds, a few pools, the impressive Allée des Séquoias and the Totems de Taffarette are among the points of interest along the route, not to mention the superb oak trees that inhabit many sections of this forest.

This walk combines a tour of the old town and its main points of interest (including the cathedral, the Palais Jacques Cœur, and streets and alleys lined with beautiful half-timbered houses) with the classic route through the Bourges marshes at the foot of the medieval town (with its many waterways and small market gardens developed since the 17th century). The route through the old town is a minimum loop for those in a hurry, but there's nothing to stop you zigzagging around it to discover little gems around every corner.

Two-part hike: a beautiful forest loop ending at the animal park enclosures (fallow deer and wild boar), followed by a visit to the charming village of Auberive, with a tour of the former Cistercian abbey and a review of its rich history from its foundation in 1135 to its current status as a museum and exhibition venue.

The walk is mainly through woodland, but with a few passages through farmland or pastures to vary the landscape. It visits four pleasant villages with churches and refreshing fountains, as well as several picnic areas. It offers views of Lac de la Mouche and winds its way along the foot of cliffs, some of which are jagged, such as along the "ecological trail" (from (15) to (16)).If you find the walk a little long, you can shorten it to about 15 km by cutting from (8) to (17).

A walk that is half rural, half woodland, allowing you to visit 11 wash houses scattered throughout the region's pretty villages, of various styles and constructions, most of them decorated with flowers, some of which are quite complex in design and/or large in size, offering clear, refreshing running water (although not drinkable), which is much appreciated when temperatures soar above 30°C. Two viewpoints over Mantes-la-Jolie and its collegiate church, and the chimneys of the Porcheville power station, which are often in view.

This walk takes you through the scrubland above Cabris, past a few megaliths and other points of interest, and offers some beautiful views. It concludes with an exploration of the old village of Cabris.A GPS navigator or, at the very least, a compass and navigation skills are highly recommended!

A surprisingly green walk, mostly taking in a succession of forests, numerous parks and other green corridors. It also takes you on a journey through the history of the past few centuries, thanks to the architectural legacy they left behind, some of whose monuments have fortunately been well preserved, such as Sucy Castle or Haute Maison Castle, whilst others reveal only their outbuildings, such as Piple Castle, or have left nothing but ruins, such as Grand Val Castle.

A rewarding walk offering the chance to discover three remarkable villages: Autoire, Loubressac and the castle village of Castelnau-Bretenoux. The Autoire waterfall is another must-see attraction. The detour via the Château des Anglais is also well worth the trip. There is a great variety of landscapes, ranging from the limestone plateau and its cliffs to the steep-sided Autoire valley, via the broad Bave plain – landscapes dotted with manor houses and traditional architecture of great interest.

A very lovely walk, with plenty of beautiful woodland, including the superb oak forest of the Bois des Hautes Bruyères. There are also numerous points of interest, the most notable being: the Jean Monnet House Museum, the Château des Mesnuls, and in Montfort-l’Amaury, the Maurice Ravel House, the castle ruins and their superb views. Beautiful villages and charming churches, many of which are open to visitors.

A walk starting from the banks of the Marne and leading, through fields and woods, to the pretty little village of Carnetin and its remarkable viewpoint. A third of the route follows the Dhuys Aqueduct. You cross the imposing trench dug to accommodate the high-speed rail link twice.

Circular route from Juziers station, alternating between farmland and forests. Several interesting churches (unfortunately often closed), beautiful wash houses, a fountain with its statue still intact. And of course, the beautiful covered walkway of the Mare aux Fées, which is well worth a detour.

An easy, mainly rural walk, which passes by four interesting wash houses, several small typical churches, and the former Priory of Segrès. The highlight of this circular walk is the superb Château de la Grange Bléneau, whose origins date back to the 14th century and which, among other illustrious figures, hosted General de La Fayette from 1802 to 1834. Another mark of La Fayette's passage is the poplar tree known as the "Tree of Liberty", which he is said to have planted in 1831 in front of the church in Bernay.

A pilgrimage in the footsteps of Van Gogh between Méry-sur-Oise station and Pontoise station, where you can visit the key sites of his stay in Auvers, along a route dotted with beautiful reproductions of his works, some of which are even set in open fields. Whilst you’re there, a visit to the Château de Lévy museum in Auvers-sur-Oise is a must. Although relatively straightforward, the walk can be enhanced – for the more curious – with a few additional excursions in the three towns along the route.

A lovely walk through woods and farmland, also passing numerous horse paddocks. An exceptional concentration of religious buildings (numerous churches and chapels, the highlight being the impressive Saint-Sulpice Church in Favières, a pilgrimage destination right up until the 20th century). You’ll also come across numerous castles, ranging from medieval ruins (Saint-Yon, Château de la Grange) to more modern and well-preserved examples (Le Segrez, Souzy-la-Briche, Villeconin).

This walk, the main highlight of which is the legendary Planche des Belles Filles, takes you mainly through the beautiful forests of the Vosges, whilst offering some stunning panoramic views. On the way back, you’ll pass by a typical lake and, above all, the extraordinary Cascade de la Goutte des Saules, which is in fact a series of cascades and waterfalls stretching over a total vertical drop of more than 100 metres.

This route revisits, refines and extends northwards the original“Route of Stones and Ponds starting from Raddon-et-Chapendu” proposed by the Luxeuil-les-Bains and Southern Vosges Tourist Office, adding two remarkable “stones” and offering a well-equipped picnic area, conveniently situated halfway along the route.Discover the natural and cultural heritage of the Saône Vosges: traditional dwellings (lava-tiled roofs), chalots, lavière (dry-stone huts), forest, ponds and erratic boulders.

This walk, three-quarters of which is through woodland, allows you to enjoy two exceptional sites: the active tufa formation at Rolampont, and the Gallo-Roman archaeological site of the Faverolles Mausoleum.

This circuit cleverly combines the three walks around Chateauvillain: the Castle Park (which includes the Deer Park), the Belle Balade and its original sculptures carved into the forest, and a visit to the town of Chateauvillain, notably the Fortifications Trail. A rich and varied walk with no difficulties.

This fairly easy circular walk allows you to enjoy a very beautiful section of the Customs Officers’ Path in southern Finistère. The return route passes through villages and hamlets with chapels and typical traditional houses.

From the charming village of Pont-Scorff, the walk descends through the Scorff valley and its highlights (Saint-Urchaud, Rocher du Corbeau), then winds through varied landscapes punctuated by the many chapels marking the various hamlets along the way.

An original route from south to north, more rural than wooded, passing through interesting villages. The zigzag route makes it easy to shorten for those intimidated by the distance: we recommend cutting from point to point, which allows you to visit all the villages along the route, reducing the distance to less than 20 km. Only the aqueduct section would then be left out.The start and finish are accessible by bus from the Chessy-Marne-la-Vallée RER-TGV station, or by train.

This easy walk takes you past all the interesting buildings in Provins, both in the upper and lower towns, and follows the streets with the finest clusters of half-timbered houses. The circular route rounds off this urban route with a countryside detour to a few points of interest, whilst also offering views of the upper town as a whole.

An easy walk offering the chance to enjoy the varied landscapes and the traditional and sacred architecture of the region’s countryside: cart-style farmhouses, chalots (chello), chapels, stone crosses and oratories, wash-house fountains, etc. A highlight: the Pierres de Roûges site. A visit during or after the walk: the Pays de la Cerise Ecomuseum.

An original walk from metro station to metro station, covering 19 or 16 km. It offers a rather surprising exploration of Seine-Saint-Denis, which is green for much of the route as it makes the most of the numerous parks and green spaces, skirting the forts of Romainville, Noisy and Rosny. Discover beautiful monuments, remarkable trees and interesting buildings, with superb views of Paris and its suburbs.

A very varied walk, with the first third through a beautiful forest, then a landscape that gradually becomes more varied, with rocks strongly reminiscent of those at Fontainebleau. There is also a very beautiful plateau and large sandy hollows. There is the option of a visit, en route, to the Museum of Prehistory and, towards the end of the route, the old town of Nemours with its castle, the branches of the Loing and its canal. The paths and trails are mainly on well-drained sandy ground, so they are not muddy, even after rain. Most sections are well signposted,GR® or PR®.

A very beautiful route from station to station in the Montmorency Forest, based in part on four themed trails: “Le Sentier des Lisières”, “Le Sentier de la Reine Hortense” and “Le Chemin des Philosophes” described on the Saint-Leu-la-Forêt tourist information website, plus “Taverny par les Sentes”. Thanks to a number of information boards, the route allows you to trace the region’s ancient and more recent history, admire many of its most interesting sites, and even engage in a bit of philosophy. It can easily be shortened to 18 km by avoiding the return trip to the Statue of Notre-Dame de France at the start of the walk.

A walk through varied landscapes ranging from woodland to farmland, the main attraction being the discovery of the eight Neolithic grinding stones found in the commune of Faÿ-les-Nemours. This commune also boasts an interesting church and a castle.

Overall, this is an easy hike with varied landscapes both uphill and downhill, offering a unique panorama at the summit. A must-see in the region. For the Visorando moderator: hike inspired by two others: 1- Pic Saint-Michel via Croix des Suifs. 2- Pic Saint-Michel. Very similar but, in my opinion, an improvement on the other two: it's up to you to decide whether it's publishable or not.

A beautiful walk typical of northern Vercors, with a section along the ridge offering numerous views of the Isère plain from the edge of the impressive cliff. Beautiful passages through rugged karsts, beautiful mixed forests, with some fine specimens of trees. Two interesting sites commemorating the actions of the Vercors Maquis.

A very rewarding walk that combines beautiful forest hiking with some remarkable sights high above the Gorges de la Bourne: the Pas des Rages, the Grotte de la Balme Noire and the Balcons de la Bourne.

A lovely walk with no technical difficulties, on generally easy paths. Most of the route is through woodland, interspersed in places with interesting karst landscapes. The northern section offers extraordinary panoramic views over the Isère valley and beyond. The fascinating Grotte de la Ture offers a brief caving experience, provided you have a minimum of equipment.

A superb hike, easy to follow (excellent signposting), with no particular difficulties, well worth doing for the magnificent panoramic views it offers over most of the route.

An easy hike covering varied landscapes of pastures, forests and lakeshores, with two viewpoints offering beautiful views of the Jura plateau.

A half-day walk that takes you from the medieval centre of the village of Versols and its castle (dating from the 11th century, with 15th- and 16th-century additions) through pastures, heaths and forests to discover the panoramic views offered by the climb up Mont Grand (677 m). Return to Versols via Notre-Dame du Cayla, a local place of pilgrimage, believed to date back to the 12th century.

A lovely walk that presents no difficulties other than its length and a significant elevation gain. It takes you past six dolmens, including the two most impressive in the region. Passing through a succession of cultivated fields, forests and heaths, the route also takes you past the beautiful site of the Chapel of Saint-Martin de Boussac (ideal for a picnic) and the Rocher de Caylus, which overlooks the village of Saint-Affrique. In Saint-Affrique itself: the Pont Vieux, the cathedral, the old narrow streets...

A lovely walk through three different types of landscape: the Sausseron valley, cultivated plateaus (with beautiful unobstructed views over the rolling hills of the Vexin), and varied woodlands, mainly comprising chestnut, beech and birch groves, with a few oaks, and, in the valley, poplar groves. Two exceptional points of interest: Saint-Symphorien Church and the Tour du Lay stone polishing site. Not to mention the many old mills on the Sausseron, beautiful country houses, and interesting stone crosses along the paths. As for famous figures, the village honours (with a villa and bust) Honoré Daumier, the great caricaturist who died in Valmondois in 1879. Another, more contemporary artist has donated a series of sculptures on permanent display in Michel Charpentier’s Sculpture Garden.