Gerard D

An easy walk to explore the Lunain Valley.

An easy, almost entirely flat hike from Episy to Ecuelles via theGR® de Pays du Lunain, passing behind the Episy aerodrome. The return journey is along the towpath beside the Canal du Loing. This route is easily manageable for a brave child.

An easy hike in the Nemours National Forest. The path is very sandy and almost always in the shade. In autumn, at the end of the hike, between Les Brulis and La Mer de Sable, if the heather is in bloom, you can enjoy a beautiful rocky landscape.

The Nanteau circuit is very shaded and easy. A circular route through the Nanteau Forest.

A short circular loop through the Nanteau Forest, very suitable for families with children and older people, offering a chance to get some fresh air without too much effort.

Poligny Forest, at the southern end of the Fontainebleau Forest. A hike of less than 8 km, alternating between rocky and flat terrain. Discover a beautiful panorama of the Loing Valley. A very shaded circuit.

Villemaréchal to Nonville circular route: a flat route through the plains with plenty of woodland undergrowth. Best avoided in hot weather.

Tour of the Commanderie Forest, with numerous viewpoints over the village of Larchant and its basilica. Nine kilometres with some steep climbs and a few rocky sections on a very shady route. If you don't make any noise, you may be surprised by the passing of a deer or a roe deer.

Take a loop around the Étang de la Clarette, with a short historical walk along the Loing and through the wonderful village of Gretz-sur-Loing. Very pleasant, with unforgettable views along the Loing.

After a short climb up Mont Marion, you will skirt around the Plaine de Sorques, which is a sensitive natural area and a bird sanctuary.

This is an easy, short hike, offering the opportunity to discover some beautiful wash houses and the banks of the Orvanne. Children who are used to walking and older people can keep up.

Circular route around Villemaréchal, passing the poultry farms at Boiroux, Saint-Ange-le-Viel, La Charmoy and Rue du Tremblay.

A circular route around the Étang de la Genevraye and a visit to the Marais d'Episy, which presents no difficulty.

A circular route through the plains and some woodland of La Brosse-Montceau. Here you can admire the Château de La Brosse and a few historic wells. The route runs alongside part of the aqueduct, some of which is buried and some of which is above ground.

The Rocher des Princes is a medium-difficulty loop in the pretty Fontainebleau Forest. It alternates between fairly steep climbs and descents with flat paths, allowing you to rest between the difficult sections.

A circular loop in the hills above Voulx, a mix of open countryside and woodland...

A circuit to the east of Lorrez-le-Bocage, along the Lunain in places with views of Lorrez-le-Bocage both to the south and north. The starting point is the car park in Place de la République in Lorrez-le-Bocage.

Circular starting from the charming village of Recloses. Rocks and forest slightly different from the forest of Fontainebleau.

A short walk in the hills above Villecerf in the Montagne du Trin and its tower. Moderator’s note: sections marked as off-limits on the route (see comments dated 15 June 2020 and 4 September 2022).

Hike along the banks of the Orvanne from Thoury to Flagy. Discover Flagy and the Pierre Cornoise menhir.

This circular walk, starting from Rebours in the hamlet of Villemer – nestled between countryside and woodland – circles the private Villeron pond and follows the Villeron springs (Puits). This walk follows several sections ofthe PR® andGRP® trails. Please note that at certain times of year, the wetland area is often home to a few biting friends (mosquitoes). Apart from a fairly damp section, most of this circular walk follows small tarmac roads and fairly dry paths.

A circular loop between Vaux-sur-Lunain and the hamlet known as "Le Nid du Corbeau", following the banks of the Lunain. A semi-shaded route, pleasant in the morning, with the return leg with the sun at your back.

A circular route leading from Blennes to Vallery along the Orvanne river. Upon arrival in Vallery, you will discover the magnificent Saint-Thomas de Cantorbéry Church and the Château de Vallery (private). The return journey takes you through Les Bergeries and across the Orval river.

A circular walk following theGRP® “Tour de l’Orvanne”, crossing from the right bank to the left bank from Blennes. This 9.4 km walk can be extended by adding the “Blennes – Vallery” walk (approx. 10 km). We pass the start of the other walk.