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Chars walks
In the heart of Chars, a Vexin town nestled by the water’s edge
Visorando Member
1.66 mi
+82 ft
-69 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
In the heart of the French Vexin, Chars has developed amidst the river, farmland and thoroughfares. This circular walk invites you to discover its history, from the station to the old village centre, taking in Saint-Sulpice Church, the former Hôtel-Dieu, the vicarage, a washhouse and several old farmhouses. Still in operation today, the Chars mill supplies nearly a quarter of Paris’s flour and perpetuates the village’s historic link with the Viosne. As you walk along the route, Rue de la Gloriette, the farrier’s sign and the limestone cliffs reveal further facets of Chars’ history and landscape.
From Chars to Bornel via the Rosne hills
21.42 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,257 ft
10h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
This is the eighth stage of the Grand Tour de l'Île-de-France on the GR®11, starting from Chars station in the Val d'Oise and heading towards Bornel-Belle-Église station in the Oise, through the north-eastern part of the French Vexin and the borders of the Pays de Thelle. This stage is unique in that it runs along the border between the Val d'Oise and Oise departments, with roughly 50% of the route on each side. The proposed itinerary passes through the Buttes de Rosne, the highest natural point in Île-de-France, although it deviates slightly from the GR® for this.
From Chars to Santeuil via the Buttes de Rosne
14.60 mi
+801 ft
-830 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
The Buttes de Rosne are the highest natural points in the Île-de-France region. Situated in the Vexin, this easily accessible area can be comfortably explored on foot with the family over half a day or a full day. This route starts in Chars and returns via Santeuil, offering a variety of landscapes along the way. The first part of the route takes you mainly through fields. The second part is more wooded.
The Viosne Valley around Chars
7.64 mi
+341 ft
-361 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
A pleasant and varied hike in the heart of the French Vexin. The route begins with a circular route north of Chars, between fields, meadows and small woods. After the beautiful church of Chars, there are alternating ascents and descents on the slopes of the south bank of the Viosne. The church and old mill in Brignancourt are a heritage stop before heading up the right bank of the Viosne along the edge of a wetland.
Loop departing from Chars
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.31 mi
+341 ft
-338 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
Walk starting from Chars SNCF station passing the Château de Saint-Cyr-sur-Chars.
On the way back to Chars there is a narrow pedestrian passage that starts with a staircase.
To the west of Marines
7.47 mi
+243 ft
-230 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Val-d'Oise
A pleasant walk through fields and woods. Walkers will be surprised by the changing landscapes and colours.
The ‘Eight’ of Neuilly-en-Vexin
8.24 mi
+443 ft
-436 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Neuilly-en-Vexin (Val-d'Oise)
A walk consisting of two circular routes, starting from the beautiful church in Neuilly-en-Vexin. The route alternates between cultivated fields and woodland.
The old Magny railway line
6.05 mi
+259 ft
-259 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Lavilletertre (Oise)
This route takes you along part of the old railway line that ran from Pontoise to Magny-en-Vexin, passing by the ponds of the Viosne valley and the Bouconvillers plateau.
The Viosne Valley around Santeuil
7.47 mi
+479 ft
-459 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Santeuil (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
This hike through woods and fields offers beautiful views of the Viosne Valley, a small river that flows through the Vexin Français from north to south, with interesting heritage in the village of Brignancourt and a possible stop at the edge of a beautiful pond.
Loop in the Vexin region starting from Santeuil
8.74 mi
+292 ft
-276 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Santeuil (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
Pass through beautiful traditional villages, across fields and woods, via the Étang and Moulin de Vallières, ending along the Viosne.
Les Buttes du Rosne starting from Marines
12.83 mi
+974 ft
-968 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Val-d'Oise
Come and explore the paths and forests on a circular hike that starts in Marines and passes through Neuilly-en-Vexin, Chavençon, Les Buttes du Rosne, Le Heaulme and Le Rosnel.
Lavilletertre circular loop via Bouconvillier
5.67 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lavilletertre (Oise)
A varied walk through fields and forests. Discover several ponds, many of which are populated by water birds: herons, moorhens, ducks, geese, coots... The two villages you pass through offer some picturesque streets typical of the French Vexin region, as well as two beautiful churches.
The highest point of Île-de-France
4.73 mi
+325 ft
-335 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chavençon (Oise)
From a quiet little village, the path climbs and winds around Les Buttes de Rosne, the highest point in Île-de-France. Shaded and easy, this family-friendly route, which passes through vast chestnut groves rich in flora and fauna, will delight young and old alike.
From Chavençon to the Château de Saint-Cyr sur Chars
5.37 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chavençon (Oise)
This lovely walk takes you to a Neolithic menhir called the Pierre Frite, then to a small, well-preserved castle set in lush green surroundings. Beautiful rolling landscapes can be enjoyed throughout this hike.
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