Eure-et-Loir Tourisme

This walking route follows paths that pass close to sites associated with Vlaminck, a painter from the early 20th century. Slightly undulating, the route crosses back and forth over the Avre aqueduct, which carries drinking water to Paris. Passing through the valleys of the Buternay, Lamblore and Nouvet, this walk is characterised by water that is either visible or sometimes just hinted at.

This walk, in the Dreux Forest, offers a beautiful view of the village of Montreuil, the Eure Valley and the arches of the Eure siphon, the Avre aqueduct that supplies drinking water to the city of Paris. Come and discover a walking route in the Dreux National Forest; after a bit of exercise, you’ll climb the hillside along a very pleasant path, having crossed the bridge over the Eure.

At the start, visit Thiron-Gardais Abbey, its themed gardens and the Grange aux Dîmes, then the route continues through the Perche countryside to Saint-Denis-d’Authou.

A town of water and greenery, Senonches invites you to explore its winding paths along the forest edge, beside springs, and through narrow streets lined with beautiful ‘grison’ buildings.

Set amongst woods and rivers, this route takes walkers through the lush countryside so dear to Marcel Proust, the illustrious guest of Illiers-Combray.

A walk offering numerous views of the Perche countryside: orchards, sunken lanes lined with hedgerows, and Normandy or Limousin cattle.

This trail, starting from Oisème, a village nestled along the Roguenette, invites you to discover the painters and writers of the 18th century: the Goncourt brothers, Ingres, Courbet, and Corot, who created a fresco in Gasville Church and in Saint-Julien Chapel in Chartres.

A historical and heritage tour of the capital of the Perche region, following in the footsteps of Rotrou III, Count of the Perche, Maximilien de Béthune, Duke of Sully, and Rémy Belleau, poet of the Pléiade.

On the edge of the Perche region, the Chemin de César winds its way through the forest to the Abbayes du Loir.

Set off to explore the limestone hillsides overlooking the Mézières-Ecluzelles lake, the Pierre de Pucre dolmen, and the unspoilt flora and fauna of this departmental nature reserve.

This family-friendly route takes in the sites associated with Madame de Pompadour, mistress of King Louis XV, who lived in Crécy-Couvé in the 18th century.

Along the banks of the Couanon stream, the gardens enhance this walk, offering beautiful views of the cathedral.

This discovery trail has been created to explain the management of natural habitats, and in particular the use of horses for grazing in these meadows at the bottom of the Eure valley. The site forms part of the Eure Valley Sensitive Natural Area.

From culture to nature, discover the natural spaces of the Dreux national forest.

Starting from Nogent-le-Roi, explore the surrounding countryside between woods and valleys before visiting the castle park. The Eure valley and its water mills can be explored at a leisurely pace. Half-timbered houses characterise the distinctive architecture of Nogent-le-Roi. Between the castle grounds and the Bois de Ruffin, walkers will pass from an urban landscape to a very varied rural landscape.

The route alternates between open countryside and woodland. The private Bois Landry forest is managed sustainably. It also serves as a venue for forest school and nature discovery trips. Along the way stands the fortified farm of Grand Bois Landry (17th century), still surrounded by moats.

The Yerre river approaches, accompanied by scents and sounds that it seems to have carried from the depths of the forest, before flowing along the edge of the Perche region and joining the Loir river above Cloyes.

From the Church of Notre-Dame (listed building), you can admire the traditional architecture of Vichères, built from red sandstone and white stone. This rural route, with its ups and downs, links Rougemont Hill (the highest point in Eure-et-Loir at 285 m) to the picturesque Berthe Valley via sunken paths.

Frazé’s architectural heritage is exceptional. Frazé Castle and Carcahu Manor are prime examples of this. The castle comprises various structures (15th, 17th and 19th centuries), whilst Carcahu Manor (16th–17th centuries) is unlike any other…

A beautiful walk in the former fiefdom of the turbulent Gouet barons. Like Brou, La Bazoche continues a long tradition of fairs and markets. For over 100 years, the Percheron foal fair has been held on thefirst Saturday in November.

Dating from different periods, the three châteaux of Lanneray mark your route through landscapes of woods, plains and valleys.

The Étang des Panses lake can be seen along a path where it is not uncommon to encounter forest animals. After the forest, you will discover Percheron fruit trees at the Miermaigne conservation orchard; in mid-November, you can take part in the Apple Festival.

This site has retained a very picturesque appearance and offers the chance to see some beautiful houses with thatched roofs and to explore the Conie Valley.

Between the magnificent medieval farms of Néron and Bois-Richeux, which bear witness to the plateau’s ancient agricultural heritage (allow time for an unmissable visit), wander through the steep woods of Feucherolles and Néron to discover a wide variety of wild flora.

On the outskirts of the Paris region, let yourself be surprised by the bucolic and relaxing landscape of the Drouette Valley. After strolling through the grazing meadows, don't leave without visiting the Millstones and Cobblestones Museum, a testament to Épernon's economic appeal.

Vlaminck, the famous Fauvist painter, greets walkers as soon as they arrive, as his bust, sculpted by Paul Belmondo, stands in the Town Hall Square. He is then commemorated at La Tourillière, where he lived before being buried in the local cemetery.

Saint-André Collegiate Church, the churches of Saint-Pierre and Saint-Aignan, the banks of the Eure, fountains and half-timbered houses are just some of the sights to admire as you wander through the narrow streets of Chartres... with the cathedral as the focal point! This walk within the city walls takes you through the narrow streets of Chartres’ lower town, following the banks of the Eure to discover the beautifully restored architectural heritage. In the upper town, the cathedral dominates, showcasing the richness of its style.

The "Terres Douces" countryside reveals a heritage full of charm: the former Priory of Les Châtaigniers and the Manoir de la Guillerie.