Refine your search for walks in Carrefour des Bassins
From Boulogne to Versailles through woods, basins and ponds
Walker 
13.70 km
+201 m
-104 m
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
A hike that starts on the banks of the Seine and then crosses the Parc de Saint-Cloud, passing by its main lakes. You then stroll through Marnes-la-Coquette and Ville-d'Avray at the foot of beautiful, large houses. After winding your way between the Étangs de Ville-d'Avray, you walk through the southern part of the Forêt de Fausses-Reposes. The hike ends in a residential neighbourhood of Versailles.
Through the forests of western Paris
Walker 225.95 km
+2,022 m
-1,880 m
21 days
Moderate
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
Although highly urbanised, western Paris offers a considerable density of green spaces and forests, which this series of 21 hikes, from station to station or in a loop starting from a station, invites you to (re)discover. No fewer than five forest areas are on the programme: Saint-Cloud, La Celle, Marly, Les Tailles d'Herbelaye and Saint-Germain-en-Laye. There is also a rich heritage to discover, particularly in the parks of Saint-Cloud and Marly, in Marnes-la-Coquette, Chambourcy and Poissy.
Walks near Carrefour des Bassins
From Chaville to Saint-Cloud through the forest, ponds and park
Walker 
8.53 km
+117 m
-151 m
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Chaville (Hauts-de-Seine)
A hike from station to station that takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the Fausses-Reposes Forest and Saint-Cloud Park. Along the way, you can enjoy the Étangs de Ville-d'Avray, the park's ponds and statues, and a superb view of the Val de Seine and Paris.
From Sèvres to the Palace of Versailles
Walker 
11.07 km
+252 m
-161 m
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sèvres (Hauts-de-Seine)
The second stage of this women's march on 5 October 1789 takes more liberties with the supposed route of the procession at the time. Starting in Sèvres and ending in Versailles, the route is distinctly urban, but between the two, it is predominantly forest. The Palace of Versailles is the highlight of this hike (with its park if you wish to make an extra detour).
From La Seine Musicale to the French Playing Card Museum
Tourism industry professional 5.28 km
+20 m
-2 m
30 mins
Easy
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
Set off on a pleasant bike ride in the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine, combining contemporary art, greenery and local culture. This approximately 6-kilometre route connects the modernity of the Seine Musicale in Boulogne-Billancourt with the originality of the Playing Card Museum in Issy-les-Moulineaux, passing by the unusual Tour aux Figures on Île Saint-Germain.
From Parc de Saint-Cloud to Bois de Boulogne
Walker 
10.47 km
+83 m
-70 m
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
A route through two wooded areas on either side of the Seine. From one large waterfall to another, from one racecourse to another, the hike alternates between paths and urban passages, flower beds and sculpted heritage, ponds and lakes.
From Longchamp to Auteuil, from one racecourse to another
Walker 
9.82 km
+24 m
-11 m
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
A short hike that starts on a little-known path along the Seine. It then runs alongside the Longchamp racecourse and the Suresnes and Longchamp ponds. After a brief stop at the Grande Cascade, it reaches Lac Supérieur and explores its southern tip. The route ends with a crossing of the Auteuil racecourse, on days when there are no horse races, of course.
From Boulogne to Bougival via the Parc de Saint-Cloud and the Bois de La Celle
Walker 
12.08 km
+196 m
-111 m
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
This hike first takes us up the hill of Saint-Cloud, then through the park of the same name with its gardens, flower beds, ponds and Greco-Roman-inspired statues. We then walk through a residential area with beautiful houses. After crossing the Bois de La Celle, we walk through the "village" of La Celle Saint-Cloud to reach Bougival station.
Boat traffic between the Pont de Saint-Cloud and the Pont de Neuilly
Walker 
7.02 km
+21 m
-7 m
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
The route mainly follows the Seine towpath, close to the river, and should not be attempted during periods of high water. Many houseboats are permanently moored along the route, which ends at the foot of the impressive towers of La Défense.
Do not undertake this trip when the Seine is in flood.
Billancourt, Ile Seguin and Ile Saint-Germain
Walker 
9.27 km
+11 m
-8 m
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
We start by exploring Billancourt's industrial past on the former Renault factory sites, with a detour to the Ile Seguin. We then continue on to the Ile Saint-Germain, with its residential area and large green park. We end with a tribute to French cinema. This is an urban itinerary, but numerous parks and gardens, as well as many passageways, alleys and even footpaths, allow you to avoid the inconveniences of traffic.
From Chatou to Le Vésinet in a loop along the Seine
Walker 
7.17 km
+6 m
-8 m
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Chatou (Yvelines)
This is a very simple walk, as it follows the Seine almost from start to finish. There are beautiful views of the river and large, attractive houses along the way.
The Petite Ceinture in the 15th arrondissement, Georges Brassens and the Petite Ceinture in the 14th arrondissement
Walker 
4.45 km
+35 m
-0 m
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Paris
A short walk to relax and get away from it all. First, take the old Petite Ceinture railway line, which runs high above the city. Then stroll through Parc Georges Brassens, which offers a variety of paths and places to stop and rest. Finally, you pass through the 14th arrondissement and follow the Petite Ceinture line to the Porte d'Orléans.