Avesnes-en-Bray walks

This sunken lane, a refuge for animals typical of the Pays de Bray, winds its way through the rolling countryside of the commune of Avesnes-en-Bray, a land of springs and rich in footpaths, including the Chemin du Chasse-Marée, along which fresh fish was transported from Dieppe to Paris on horseback.

The "boutonnière" (buttonhole) of the Pays de Bray and the Epte valley. The Epte marked the border between the Kingdom of France and the Duchy of Normandy. Neuf-Marché benefited from this unique location, as evidenced today by its rich heritage.Discover the flora and fauna of the Lyons national forest and the Rouge Mare memorial site.

A circular route in the Bray region through fields and woods with very little tarmac and superb views of the rolling countryside.

From the Bray plateau, you can enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding hilly and varied landscape. At one point, the route offers a superb view of the magnificent dovecote of the Domaine du Quesnoy, which belongs to the AVA refuge, an association that helps old animals.

A short, hilly walk between country lanes and open woodland. There are a few sections on tarmac, but these are in very quiet areas.

Hike along the Andelle, winding through fields, surrounded by valleys in vast natural spaces. Numerous panoramic views punctuate this route, as well as a pretty castle with its outbuildings, dovecote and the ever-present Andelle river.

You start from the old Noléval station, on the former secondary line from Charleval to Serqueux. After walking along the Andelle river, which winds its way through the valley, you can enjoy a balcony overlooking the valley. This walk, which is accessible to children aged three and above, offers beautiful views of the valley and allows you to admire some of the region's traditional buildings. (!) Following the storm of 2025, do not venture into this part of the forest while it is closed by the ONF.

This is a pleasant walk to discover one of the most beautiful villages in France, Gerberoy. The walk mainly follows paths along the edge of forests or through woodland, making it a peaceful walk.

Hike offering beautiful panoramic views of the Bray countryside and its villages. Alternating between plains, woods and the River Andelle. Several pretty dovecotes line this easy route.

The proposed itinerary is mainly through forests, roads and forest paths. It passes by Mortemer Abbey, the Fouillebroc valley and its spring, and Sainte-Catherine Chapel. The Lyons arboretum is a good place to stop. The return to Lyons through the forest ends with a visit to the main monuments of Lyons-la-Forêt.

A lovely walk through rolling countryside. Lyons-la-Forêt is a pretty old village, usually bustling with activity.

A shaded day-long hike to discover the Norman Vexin with Lyons-la-Forêt, a listed village, and its large forests. This is one of the most beautiful beech and oak forests in Europe, with tall trees, an arboretum, the Fouillebroc and Sainte-Catherine springs, and the 12th-century Cistercian abbey of Mortemer.

A lovely walk in the forest of Lyons-la-Forêt with a stop in one of the most beautiful villages in France.

A short, easy walk around the Tour de Neaufles, known as the Reine Blanche. A quiet road, covered paths and country lanes.

This route crosses part of the rural village of Gaillefontaine and then travels through the countryside on the hills, alternating between small roads and paths.

This route will allow you to discover the Bray countryside around the Mauquenchy racecourse. Along the route, you will pass the Saint-Blaise Oratory and the Manoir du Randillon.

This walk begins with a visit to the 11th-century church of Touffreville, situated on the edge of the forest. The route then follows the Fouillebroc stream, which you will cross several times.The paths through the Lyons Forest lead to the stream’s source and to the Fontaine de Sainte-Catherine; the route then overlooks Mortemer Abbey and reaches the village of Lisors, where the church stands opposite a chapel in front of a pretty pond fed by the Fouillebroc.

This hike around Gisors is one of the best ways to discover nature. Take the time to walk through the Norman Vexin, explore the plains, valleys and woods, town and countryside. Here, a diversity of landscapes awaits you between our peaceful little villages. Discover the Château de Gisors too.