Around Pulnoy

Moderator update on 25/05/2020: Please note! This walk is currently being updated.

A pleasant and easy route exploring a “rurban” commune on the right bank of Nancy and its main attractions, around the golf course, its recreational forest and its lake, whilst avoiding roads as much as possible. There is also a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the whole of the Nancy conurbation.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 4.81 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 25 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 207 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 210 ft

  • ▲
    Highest point: 932 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 699 ft
  • ⚐ Country: France
  • ⚐ City: Pulnoy (54420|54425)
  • ⚑
    Start/End: N 48.702261° / E 6.258346°
  • ❏
    IGN map(s): Ref. 3315ET
  • Hour-by-hour weather

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Description of the walk

(S/E) At the fountain near the youth centre, the church and the Pulnoy République bus stop, cross over to the opposite side of Square Gau-Oderheim, passing behind the War Memorial.

(1) A narrow path leads to the Clos housing estate. Cross the estate and, at the far end, turn right for 100 metres (Rue des Maix).

Take the path closed to vehicles by a barrier on the left, up to the Promenade Jean-Monnet. Follow it first through the Opération des Sables, skirting the retirement home’s grounds, then cross Rue de Saulxures and head up towards the forest visible opposite.

(2) At the edge of the forest, turn right towards the fitness trail car park. Turn left and head straight up a stony path. At the top of the climb, in front of the water tower known as "De la Justice", there is a viewpoint overlooking the whole of the Nancy conurbation. Continue downhill, then at the next junction, turn left and enter the forest.

(3) At one point, you will come across the Pulnoy fitness trail; take it to the left for 50 metres, then turn right towards a small wooden bridge, cross it and turn left onto a path that will take you along the edge (see photo) of the Nancy-Pulnoy golf course. The path then descends to the Route de Cerville.

(4) Turn left for a few metres (safe) then cross the road and take the country lane opposite. This runs alongside the town’s sports facilities and leads you to Route de Seichamps.

(5) Cross the road, follow it to the left and continue along the path on the right which runs alongside the Grémillon stream and takes you to the Masserine lake. Go round the lake on the right. Then head towards Seichamps for 30 metres and turn left in front of the bakery.

(6) A narrow path starts at the far right of the road and runs alongside the Porte Verte retention basin. At the end, turn left towards the Troc de l'Ile.

(7) Cross the roundabout and, at the three-way junction, turn left. Once on Avenue du Général de Gaulle, cross it and take the path that leads into the green space of the housing estate. At the exit, continue straight on along Rue du Grand Pré and, at the next bend, rejoin the outbound path on the left, between two houses.

(1) Follow it to the church (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 735 ft - Pulnoy Church
  2. 1 : mi 0.08 - alt. 735 ft - Start of the circular loop
  3. 2 : mi 0.8 - alt. 797 ft - To the right at the edge of the forest
  4. 3 : mi 1.39 - alt. 932 ft - Fitness trail, left then right
  5. 4 : mi 2.52 - alt. 797 ft - Route de Cerville on the left
  6. 5 : mi 3.38 - alt. 758 ft - Route de Seichamps on the left
  7. 6 : mi 3.91 - alt. 709 ft - Path at the end of the street
  8. 7 : mi 4.32 - alt. 705 ft - Roundabout, opposite
  9. S/E : mi 4.81 - alt. 735 ft - Pulnoy Church

Notes

Moderator update on 19/05/2020: Please note! This is an old route; the actual conditions on the ground may no longer fully match the description!

Reviews and comments

3.7 / 5
Based on 6 reviews

Reliability of the description
3.4 / 5
Ease of following the route
3.7 / 5
Route interest
4.2 / 5
grandin
grandin ★

Thank you, VMICHEL54. If I take this one and its variant down, you’ll need to resubmit your new version as a new hike through the entire selection process. If you prefer, you can simply make the changes to this one and then let me know when you’ve finished, and I’ll approve the changes. If you’re happy with this procedure, I’ll leave the hike on the site with a warning that it’s currently being edited. Let me know what you think?
Kind regards, Nathalie

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VMICHEL54
VMICHEL54

Actually, I did try to delete it, but to no avail. There really are too many changes. I’ll work on a new route using the new paths that have been created and avoiding the new houses. So please do what’s necessary to remove it from the publication so as not to disappoint anyone else
Kind regards

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gege54850
gege54850

Sorry, but I won't be able to update it
Happy hiking to everyone

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grandin
grandin ★

Hello, thank you for your review, gege54850

VMICHEL54, do you think you could update this hike? If not, shall we take it down?

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gege54850
gege54850

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : May 16, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

The start isn't exactly straightforward as it goes through the housing estate, but the main issue is that the end of the route is no longer valid due to building work! The route is certainly too old

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grandin
grandin ★

I’ve tried to clarify the description a little. Please keep sending us your feedback so we can keep improving.

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F CHEF
F CHEF

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 05, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

It’s a shame the street names aren’t mentioned; with the directions provided, it’s very difficult to find your way (especially at the start and end) if you’re not familiar with the area

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strong54
strong54

Overall rating : 3.5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 16, 2018
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

The description is really hard to follow; it’s best to set off with a map and a compass.
Especially at the start of the route; good luck finding the starting point!
Since this route starts in town, why not give the street names instead of confusing directions?
Otherwise, it’s a pleasant walk around the golf course and part of the fitness trail. Best done during hunting season, as there’s no risk of being shot.

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randobrigitte
randobrigitte

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 28, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Reconnaissance of the walk on 23 November 2017
A very pleasant walk with well-maintained paths, beautiful woodland, running alongside a fitness trail, a golf course and a pond. Very little road.
Thank you.

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randobrigitte
randobrigitte

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 28, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Reconnaissance of the walk on 23 November 2017
A very pleasant walk with well-maintained paths, beautiful woodland, running alongside a fitness trail, a golf course and a pond. Very little road.
Thank you.

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claude57530
claude57530

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 27, 2016
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

: a lovely walk in the mist – one to revisit in the spring

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