Citerne walks

This hike is an invitation to discover the fish-filled ponds and marshes of the Somme. You will enjoy the fauna (grey heron) and flora (wild fritillary) characteristic of the region.

Rideau: a rather local term for a hedge of copses to break the wind, which is commonly found on this hilly route in the heart of the green Vimeu region. There are some lovely stretches along the banks of the Trie and a ford near the Chaussoy manor house that is well worth admiring before tackling a steep climb through the undergrowth. This route is signposted by the local council, but this version is a shortened one.

This easy, short walk takes you through a lovely little valley between the woods (where you may spot roe deer) before passing through Rogeant and Toeufles. Look out for some typical Picardy houses as well as the châteaux of Rogeant and Toeufles. The climb back up to the plateau offers a beautiful view of the Trie valley, before heading back to Houdent.

Lovely walk around the Bresle ponds near Neslette. Pass by the magnificent Rambures Castle, which is worth visiting for its rose garden.

This 20 km circuit between Abbeville and Saint-Riquier takes you to the Monflières Chapel, then the Scardon Valley, seen from above, before returning via the Traverse du Ponthieu.

Starting from the charming village of Cahon, nestled in the Trie valley, this lovely walk will take you to Quesnoy-le-Montant before returning along pleasant paths through woods and pastures to your starting point. The inhabitants of Quesnoy-le-Montant are called Quercitains, hence the name of this walk. As for Cahon, the starting and finishing village, you will find a flour mill that is still in operation and produces flour, one variety of which is reserved for the "Avocette" baguette sold in Quesnoy-le-Montant, but also in other bakeries in the Somme. In short, this is a gastronomic and heritage walk.

Hike starting from Bourdon, which takes you deep into the Picardy countryside before returning to your starting point along the Canal de la Somme.

A pleasant little walk that can be enjoyed with the family, discovering the local flora and fauna.

Hike around Gamaches, along its ponds and through its woods. You can discover Floriville Castle, the pretty village of Hélicourt and its river, the Vimeuse.

Route at the bottom of the Baie de Somme and in the marshes around Noyelles-sur-Mer.

This walk in the Crécy Forest will enchant you with its four majestic trees, among other things. The IGN map is highly recommended for following the route.

This short walk of just under 6 km in and around Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is full of charm with its fishermen's streets lined with decorated and flower-filled houses, its sailors' calvary with views of the entire bay and the town, its quays along the Somme and its Saint-Valery Chapel, known as the Sailors' Chapel, not to mention its history with the Porte Jeanne d'Arc and numerous views of the Bay of Somme

A very short walk along the edge of the Baie de Somme, in the salt marshes, where the channel leading to the port of Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme is clearly marked by red buoys on the port side (when going from the sea to the port) and green buoys on the starboard side. Before setting out on this walk, it is advisable to check the tide times and coefficients (see practical information).

A walk through the streets of a town with a rich history and along the banks of the Baie de Somme.

From Port du Hourdel, there is a coastal route that returns along the ponds and passes by the Maison des Oiseaux. Important note from one of our friends: please note that parking at Le Hourdel is subject to a charge, even in low season. However, the car park located between (3) and (4) was free when we went on our walk. It was therefore possible to start the walk from this new starting point.

This route takes no more than 30 minutes along the roadside (small, quiet roads) and passes through the Hourdel quarries. It takes you to Pointe du Hourdel and then to the blockhouse, where you can observe seals: harbour seals and grey seals.Be careful of high tides, which can be very strong and make the route very dangerous!