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A walk in the Dreux Forest
This circular route, suitable for all, circles part of the Dreux Forest, sometimes along well-marked forest tracks, sometimes along the edge of the hillside above the Eure Valley, whilst avoiding any significant changes in elevation, and passes through some of the forest’s most characteristic spots.
In the Dreux Forest
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.
The Eure Sorélienne circular loop
Halfway between the national forest and the hillsides of the Eure, this walk will take you to some remarkable places in the shade of oak trees and the coolness of the riverbanks. You will walk past the castle and through the old village of Sorel, then follow the old railway line (greenway) to Marcilly-sur-Eure.
Rouvres circular via the Vallée des Cailles and the Bois de la Ronce
During this easy hike, you will discover a charming village and its heritage and enjoy walking along beautiful country lanes and through woods, as well as the views.
Sorel Castle
This is a pleasant hike in the forest, offering a change of scenery and the charm of being in the heart of the wilderness.
Muzy and the banks of the Avre
This is an easy route, the second part of which is very pleasant in hot weather as it follows the banks of the Avre on theGR®®22. There are various places to stop and picnic by the water.
The Mézières-Ecluzelles lake
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.
Eure Valley from Sorel-Moussel to Saint-Georges-Motel
The route follows the Eure Valley greenway on the way there and runs alongside the Eure on the way back. As well as being bucolic, this route is entirely free of mud.
Vallée des Cailles via the Chemin des Fontaines
This is a moderately difficult and varied hike, following part ofthe GR®22 trailthrough the Vallée des Cailles.
The Diane estate
From culture to nature, discover the natural spaces of the Dreux national forest.
Marcilly sur Eure
A varied hike around Marcilly, countryside, forest and villages...
The old quarters of Dreux
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.
Berchères-sur-Vesgre circular loop
This walk takes you through the countryside along the Vesgre, on small roads, and offers a chance to discover the local heritage.
Circular Croisilles route towards the Eure valley
Our little village, Croisilles, is situated in the department of Eure-et-Loir and the Centre-Val de Loire region. It is close to Dreux, Chartres and Rambouillet. Around Croisilles, we are fortunate to have plains and woodland. This discovery walk allows you to explore the local flora and fauna as well as the village’s heritage. The route connects to theGR® de Pays Vallée de l’Eure in the Bois de Ruffin.
The route of the hamlets of Saint-Laurent-la-Gâtine
Our village has a population of 452. Situated in the Eure-et-Loir department, it is close to Dreux, Chartres and Rambouillet, and it is easy to reach the Paris region by train or via the N12 road.
Our village comprises three hamlets: L’Aumône, Boissy and Saint-Laurent. The route allows visitors to discover the tranquillity of the countryside and the surrounding forests, as well as the remarkable heritage that is worthy of interest and preservation, thereby ensuring it is passed down from one generation to the next.