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A pleasant, easy forest walk to discover the well-preserved remains of a Gallo-Roman temple amidst the trees. An interesting oak tree, the destination of an annual pilgrimage, and a stone-built spring deep in the woodland complete the picture.

A walk from station to station through the Grand Morin valley. A varied route through woods, fields and meadows, with a winding path through the Tigeaux woods. An old mill, a small church and an old lime kiln add a touch of heritage.

A walk that alternates between forest paths and paths through fields offering sweeping views. Romainville Castle adds a lovely touch of heritage to this idyllic setting. Saint-Léger Church is well worth a visit, either at the start or at the end of the walk.

A short urban walk to visit the older of the two active cemeteries in Boulogne-Billancourt. There is a wealth of statuary to be seen, and several chapels vie with one another in their ornamentation. The graves of several notable figures can also be found here.

An urban walk to visit the newer of the two active cemeteries in Boulogne-Billancourt. Several notable figures are buried here, including a number of former mayors of the town. The cemetery also features several memorials honouring those who died and were deported during the two world wars.

A short urban walk to visit one of Strasbourg’s oldest cemeteries, which is pleasantly open and tree-lined. It is the final resting place of several prominent figures from the worlds of science – particularly chemistry – as well as music and poetry. Political figures are also buried here, including former mayors of Strasbourg and Members of Parliament for the Bas-Rhin, most of whom lived through the changes in sovereignty that Alsace experienced between 1870 and 1945.

A walk from station to station that alternates between paths through fields, along the edge of woods and through the woods themselves. For a while, the route runs alongside two rivers, the Louette and the Chalouette, a sub-tributary and a tributary of the Juine respectively. At the end of the route, the Church of Saint-Martin d’Étampes and its leaning bell tower add a superb touch of heritage.

This relatively short road bike route offers the chance to visit the superb Château de Talcy and its vast, colourful garden. The route follows quiet roads that are relatively easy to cycle on.

A circular cycle route, preferably on a hybrid bike, which largely follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Beaugency and then on the right bank from Beaugency back to Mer. You’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Loire as well as the chance to spot birds. The section through the medieval town of Beaugency adds a superb touch of heritage.

A circular cycle route – preferably on a hybrid bike – which mainly follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Blois and then on the right bank from Blois to Mer. You cycle alongside the Loire for many kilometres, offering beautiful scenery as well as the chance to spot birds. The town of Blois, with its rich heritage, offers the chance for a stop to explore the sights and enjoy some local cuisine.

Chambord Castle is one of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley. This route takes you to the castle by bike; a hybrid bike is ideal. You’ll mainly be cycling on dedicated cycle paths, alternating between tarmac sections and well-maintained tracks. There are plenty of shaded sections through the forest, and the route runs briefly alongside the River Loire. A few beautiful churches line this route.

A walk from station to station that takes place mainly amongst cultivated fields, with beautiful farmhouses dotted here and there. You pass through several villages, each with its own old church, and walk past Beauvoir Castle after skirting its grounds.

A lovely circular route between land and sea, with superb views of the islands and the offshore forts. The route starts between the Charente and the grazed marshes of Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée and ends with a return trip to the Pointe de la Fumée and its magnificent panoramic views. A few forts on land and several seaside houses add a lovely touch of heritage. In summer, this mountain bike route can be combined with a refreshing swim in the sea.

A short walk, with no real difficulties and partly shaded, which first takes us down into Spain and then along the border ridge. There are some lovely views of La Rhune and the neighbouring peaks.

A walk from station to station, with the main route enhanced by four circular loops. This means that everyone can tailor the walk to suit their mood and the distance they wish to cover. The route is mainly through woodland. It also passes by the Étangs de Ville-d’Avray, the Haras de Jardy departmental estate and the La Fayette Squadron Memorial.

A very, very short walk to discover Normandy’s arboricultural heritage and the various ways in which local fruit is utilised. You’ll stroll through the heritage orchard and then into old buildings once used for processing. Numerous information boards line this informative trail.

A short, mainly woodland walk that can be undertaken with very young children. The route is mainly through woodland, with several fine trees that catch the eye. The top of the castle tower (accessible) and a viewing point offer fine panoramic views of the Normandy countryside.

Starting from a beach which, in season, offers the chance for a refreshing swim, this walk begins through peaceful countryside and pretty hamlets, and ends with a coastal path full of ups and downs, offering stunning panoramic views. Before or after the walk, a visit to the Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste adds a superb touch of local heritage.

A walk between land and sea which, towards the end, offers superb panoramic views of the Léguer estuary, as well as the chance for a refreshing swim in summer. The countryside boasts a rich heritage: castles and manor houses, menhirs, calvaries, beautiful houses, etc.

A walk starting from a lake, alternating between paths through meadows – with beautiful views of the Puy de Sancy massif – and through woodland. Livestock farming is a prominent feature along the entire route.

A varied walk offering superb views of the Cézallier, the Monts du Cantal and the Puy de Sancy massif. The route passes at the foot of a basaltic rock field and an ancient burial mound. For a while, it follows a disused railway line, now used for rail biking.

A circular walk that ascends and descends along both banks of the Bave stream. The route passes by the foot of a 15th-century tower and offers views of the remains of an old sawmill. Beautiful panoramic views of the Cézallier await. Route designed and suggested by Chamina.

A walk whose destination is the very beautiful Lac Chauvet, which unfortunately cannot be walked around (private property). The route alternates between fenced-off meadows, woodland and summer pastures. This walk can be done as a circular route, as suggested, or as a return trip.

A short walk, suitable for young children, to discover two beautiful waterfalls in refreshing surroundings. You’ll also enjoy a lovely view of the summer pastures and the surrounding peaks.

A walk in a beautiful rural setting and in relative seclusion, featuring numerous stepping stones that allow you to cross the fences. For most of the route, you’ll enjoy superb panoramic views of the Monts du Cantal. Please read the warning in the practical information carefully before setting out on this walk. This walk combines two routes designed and recommended by Chamina.

Circular route on the summit of the Cézallier, amidst the summer pastures, with numerous stepping stones to cross the fences. The route offers sweeping panoramic views of the Monts du Cantal and the Monts Dore, including the Puy de Sancy. The route passes at the foot of the Cézallier’s two highest peaks but does not climb them, as they are surrounded by woodland and offer no views. Route designed and organised by Chamina.

A short walk to discover a beautiful Renaissance-style castle and a Romanesque-style collegiate church. The route follows field paths, farm tracks and quiet country lanes.

For what will no doubt remain a long time to come, the names of Billancourt andÎleSeguin are associated with the Renault factories, which closed their doors in 1992. Boulogne-Billancourt’s industrial and working-class past is not limited to car manufacturing but also encompasses other sectors: laundries (to which we owe the fact that no railway line runs through the town), ice works, aeronautics, telecommunications equipment, cinema and the record industry… This urban walking tour, inspired by the brochure and information panels provided by the town’s Tourist Office, aims to retrace this working-class past. It also offers an opportunity to observe how the urban landscape of a town in the Petite Couronne of Paris has changed radically over the course of a few decades.

The term ‘Parisian’ in the title should be taken in the broadest sense. This guide brings together public cemeteries located in two neighbouring but distinct areas:- 14 cemeteries within the city limits of Paris, one of which actually falls under the jurisdiction of the neighbouring municipality of Charenton-le-Pont.- Several cemeteries in municipalities within the Petite Couronne, six of which are administered by the City of Paris and are therefore described as ‘Parisian’.Varying in size, these cemeteries are the final resting places of a varying number of notable figures. They also feature a wide variety of monument styles, depending on the simplicity or fame of the deceased and the financial means of their families.

Whilst awaiting the opening of Metro Line 18, those working on the Saclay plateau in the Corbeville area who use the RER B can choose between two long, steep flights of stairs or a steep path, on either side of the former La Troche quarry. This gave rise to the idea for this circular route – short but challenging – which can be completed as many times as one wishes and thus provides excellent training ground before tackling climbs of varying lengths during the summer.

The municipality of Boulogne-Billancourt has commissioned an association to cover a wall approximately 200 metres long with murals. The main aim of this short urban walk is to admire these works of art, which may change over time. Before reaching them, you can see a few trompe-l’œil paintings indicating the direction of the city’s museums.

A short urban route to visit Valmy Cemetery, situated within the boundaries of Paris but owned and managed by the neighbouring municipality of Charenton-le-Pont. This pleasantly tree-lined cemetery contains very few graves of famous figures and does not boast the same wealth of original monuments as other, more renowned Parisian cemeteries.

A short walk that climbs from the village of Luzé, offering sweeping views. In terms of heritage, the church of Luzé and a few beautiful old farmhouses are well worth a visit.

A walk mainly through fields, offering sweeping views of the countryside. There is no shortage of heritage sites, including a church, a manor house and some beautiful houses.

Montmartre Cemetery is one of the largest within the city limits of Paris. It is the final resting place of a vast number of prominent figures, particularly from the worlds of theatre and cinema, music and literature. This route winds its way through the cemetery to visit the graves of 82 of them – the largest number in this series on Parisian cemeteries.

A very short walk offering the chance to visit the small cemetery of Saint-Vincent, which is perched on the hill of Montmartre, near its vineyard, and which is the final resting place of several famous figures from Montmartre’s history.

Of all the cemeteries in Paris, Charonne Cemetery is the smallest, but the walk to reach it is the longest. This peaceful, tree-lined cemetery, situated next to the charming church of Charonne, is the final resting place of several notable figures, particularly from the worlds of literature, theatre and cinema. A tribute is paid here to the federates who were shot in 1871.

A short urban route to visit Bercy Cemetery, which is the final resting place of several notable figures and bears the mark of the history of the wine warehouses in this municipality, which was independent of Paris until 1860.

A very short urban route exploring La Villette Cemetery, which bears the marks of its neighbourhood’s history, such as the presence of the abattoirs from 1867 to 1974 or the tragic fire at the Collège Édouard Pailleron in 1973.

A visit to the highest-altitude cemetery within Paris city limits, which boasts a rich variety of plant life and is home to the graves of several notable figures. A monument within the cemetery and a church outside it evoke a painful episode in the history of the Paris Commune.

The Batignolles Cemetery is one of the largest cemeteries within the city limits of Paris; it is also the one situated furthest to the north. It is notable for being spanned by the Boulevard Périphérique, which was built well after the cemetery opened. The Batignolles Cemetery is the final resting place of several notable figures, in particular poets from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Passy Cemetery is one of the largest cemeteries within the city limits of Paris. It is the final resting place of many notable figures, including musicians and aviation pioneers. This route takes you on a stroll through this place of contemplation, where you can discover around sixty of these notable figures.

A short urban route to visit Vaugirard Cemetery, which features a moving military plot containing mainly the remains of soldiers who died in action during the First World War. Among the civilian figures buried here, three also met a violent death, including the former President of the Republic, Paul Doumer.

A short stroll to reach and visit one of the smallest cemeteries in Paris, set in unspoilt surroundings. A few notable figures are buried in this cemetery, which also features some unusual monuments.

A four-day circular route that takes you up to the highest point of the Grand Luberon massif and along its ridges, offering superb panoramic views. You pass through numerous villages and hamlets, each boasting a rich heritage. Halfway through, you can add a loop to extend this route to five stages.

The final stage of this route is long and varied. The first section takes place on the plain at the foot of the Luberon ridges, which were traversed in the opposite direction during the second stage. We then gain altitude, climbing successively to the villages of Glorivette, Castellet-en-Lubéron and Auribeau, the latter two boasting a rich heritage. We then descend all the way, passing through the beautiful village of Saignon along the way.

The third stage is the shortest of this route. After a very pleasant walk along a track at the foot of wooded hills, we take a narrow path that allows us to cross from the southern to the northern side of the massif. We then climb up to the pretty village of Montjustin, before descending via a ridge offering superb views.

A hike with two circular loops, combining pleasant forest trails with a stroll through the narrow streets of La Bastide-des-Jourdans to discover its rich heritage: ancient gate, fountain column, church, old castle, tower,...

This second stage is both long and superb! First, you climb the highest point of the Luberon, the Mourre Nègre, alternating between steep paths and gently sloping tracks. Then, you follow the ridges from west to east, always on open terrain with sweeping panoramic views. The (long) descent to Vitrolles is shaded.

This first stage is mainly uphill, leading to the foot of the western part of the Grand Luberon ridges. Halfway through, there is a descent to pass by the foot of the Rocher des Druides and the hamlet of Roscalière, followed by a climb back up. It is possible to avoid this detour and thus shorten the stage.