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Bois de Vincennes walks
From the Bois de Vincennes to the banks of the Marne
Visorando Member
5.67 mi
+102 ft
-108 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Paris
On the outskirts of Paris, a walk in three stages. First, a stroll along the banks of Lac Daumesnil and its islands, which are home to many birds. Next, a walk through the Bois de Vincennes along the Ruisseau de la Gravelle to the famous racecourse. Finally, a pleasant walk along the towpath of the Marne.
The Arboretum and the Allée Royale in the Bois de Vincennes
5.00 mi
+105 ft
-135 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Paris
A hike in the Bois de Vincennes. Starting from the Kiosque de Gravelle, after a circular loop through the Arboretum, enjoy a panoramic view of Vincennes from the Belvédère du Bois. Walk along the Allée Royale with a view of the château and return to the car park via the small paths.
From Paris to Bry-sur-Marne via the Bois de Vincennes and along the Marne
Association / Club / Walk leader
15.57 mi
+177 ft
-154 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Paris
In the eastern suburbs of Paris, along the route taken by Saint Columbanus, we find all the signs of the Columbanian influence that shaped our countryside and landscapes.
The first part of our 26km route through the Île-de-France region is flat, allowing us to take the time to visit the jewels revealed by the churches of Paris, as well as the towns that witnessed the birth of the monasteries that punctuate the route.
The René Dumont Tropical Agronomy Garden
4.46 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Nogent-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
Discover a green oasis on the edge of Paris's 12th arrondissement and evidence of the French colonial vision that prevailed at the beginning of the 20th century, which we now view very differently. After visiting the garden, the hike offers a circular route in the Bois de Vincennes, around Lac des Minimes.
Places of interest in the Bois de Vincennes
6.82 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Vincennes (Val-de-Marne)
An 11 km walk with a shaded route, some unusual discoveries in the Bois de Vincennes and facilities dedicated to culture and sport. At the end of the walk, you can enjoy a drink at the UCPA equestrian centre.
From Alfort to the Pont d’Austerlitz via Lac de Daumesnil
4.53 mi
+62 ft
-66 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Maisons-Alfort (Val-de-Marne)
Starting from the Marne just before it joins the Seine, the route takes you through Charenton-le-Pont. The large park around Lac de Daumesnil offers a bucolic transition before entering Paris. After strolling through Parc de Bercy, you cross the Seine via a footbridge before reaching Austerlitz station near the bridge of the same name.
Lakes and streams in the Bois de Vincennes
7.26 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Paris
A pleasant route through the Bois de Vincennes, along four lakes and streams. There are other things to discover if you want to extend your walk. You may be lucky enough to spot Victor, the grey heron, between Lac de Gravelle and the Château de Vincennes.
The Bois de Vincennes from the Porte Dorée
7.89 mi
+240 ft
-200 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Paris
Explore the Bois de Vincennes, passing by Lac Daumesnil, Lac de Gravelle, Lac des Minimes, the Arboretum, the Vincennes Racecourse, and the Butte aux Canons with its magnificent view over part of the Paris region
A visit to Bercy Cemetery
0.65 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Paris
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.