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A thousand and one activities by the water: from Créteil to Alfortville
Local authority
9.30 mi
+20 ft
-23 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
Marne loop from Saint-Maur to Joinville
Visorando Member
8.41 mi
+72 ft
-26 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
The commune of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés lies entirely within a bend in the Marne. This walk, from station to station, follows almost the entire length of this bend. It can be enjoyed in all seasons and showcases the river and its islands, the residential neighbourhoods along its banks and Charles Trénet, who lived here for part of his life.
From Saint-Maur to Créteil via a branch of the Marne and the tip of the lake
5.16 mi
+92 ft
-102 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
After a few passages and alleys in Saint-Maur, the lock and the Créteil bridge, you walk along a small branch of the Marne and stroll through the residential Ile Brise Pain. After crossing the Mont-Mesly district of Créteil, with its large, airy housing estates, you arrive at the tip of the lake, which is decorated with several water jets.
At the confluence of the Seine and the Marne
3.88 mi
+20 ft
-52 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Maisons-Alfort (Val-de-Marne)
A short walk that takes us to the point where the two main rivers of the Île-de-France region meet, two kilometres east of Paris. Numerous bridges, a dam and a lock on the Marne, a towpath and industrial heritage form the backdrop to this urban route.
A nature walk through the ‘island towns’: from Créteil to Bonneuil-sur-Marne
5.53 mi
+131 ft
-115 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
From Créteil to Maisons-Alfort via the lake and the Juliottes neighbourhood
4.56 mi
+46 ft
-16 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
An urban route starting along Lake Créteil from its southern tip to its northern tip, set amongst lawns and reed beds. You then cross, via footpaths, the ‘Du Chou et des Épis’ neighbourhood, with its cylindrical tower blocks featuring original designs, and the University district. The end of the route takes you to Maisons-Alfort via the Juliottes neighbourhood.
Loops of the Marne from Joinville-le-Pont to Neuilly-Plaisance
5.45 mi
+16 ft
-62 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Joinville-le-Pont (Val-de-Marne)
A short hike in an urban setting, from station to station, along the Marne and on one of its islands. A walk punctuated by bridges and the many rowing clubs located on the banks.
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.
Bonneuil-sur-Marne through the eyes of graffiti artists
1.51 mi
+33 ft
-7 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Bonneuil-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
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.
Street Art Trail in Alfortville
5.46 mi
+10 ft
-13 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Maisons-Alfort (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
Adventures big and small: Chennevières-sur-Marne and Ormesson-sur-Marne
8.66 mi
+266 ft
-276 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
From Saint-Maur to Suçy-en-Brie via the Marne and Morbras Park
5.75 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
This is mainly an urban route that starts on the banks of the Marne. It then climbs up to take paths between gardens and enjoy extensive views of the eastern suburbs of Paris. After the Church of Saint-Pierre and the Château d'Ormesson, it crosses the green Morbras Park.
Old Saint-Maur and the banks of the Marne
4.62 mi
+66 ft
-102 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
After walking along the Marne from Champigny station, we stroll through Old Saint-Maur and visit the remains of the former abbey that gave the town its name. The walk ends at the water's edge, along the Saint-Maur Canal and then, once again, the Marne.
From Sucy-en-Brie to Boissy through the forests of Notre-Dame and Grosbois
8.09 mi
+266 ft
-184 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sucy-en-Brie (Val-de-Marne)
A hike from station to station, half urban, notably through the paths and alleys of Sucy-en-Brie, and half forest.
The painted walls of Vitry-sur-Seine
5.12 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vitry-sur-Seine (Val-de-Marne)
Sometimes described as the French capital of street art, Vitry-sur-Seine boasts an impressive density and diversity of street art! This urban route from station to station allows you to discover a good number of these works, though it makes no claim to be exhaustive. A walk to be undertaken with your eyes wide open and your head turning in all directions!
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.
From Nogent-sur-Marne to Noisy-le-Grand
6.75 mi
+197 ft
-89 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nogent-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
From Nogent-sur-Marne RER station to Noisy-le-Grand Mont-d’Est station (Line A), passing along the banks of the Marne and its bridges. You can reach the start or finish points by taking Bus 120, which runs between the two stations (allow around 45 minutes). You can also break off your route towards Neuilly-Plaisance by heading to the RER station located very close to the route.
Along the Seine from Choisy-le-Roi to Alfort
4.68 mi
+23 ft
-20 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Choisy-le-Roi (Val-de-Marne)
An urban walk that starts on the elevated quays and continues along the towpath, right by the river. After the confluence, the walk ends by following the Marne upstream for the final kilometre.
Adjust your route according to flood levels on the Seine or the Marne: see the practical information section.
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.
From Boissy to Brunoy via the Grange forest and the banks of the Yerres
8.10 mi
+243 ft
-249 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
The first part of this hike from station to station is mainly through forest, with a mix of wide paths and winding trails. Then you follow the course of the Yerres, playing leapfrog with the river, its branches and tributaries.
Between Boissy-Saint-Léger and Marolles-en-Brie via Grosbois and La Végétale
9.87 mi
+295 ft
-279 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A hike that is mostly in the forest and partly in urban areas. You will take well-maintained forest paths, a green corridor and the "Végétale" path built above a TGV tunnel.
A flower-filled and chocolate-themed stroll: from Boissy-Saint-Léger to Limeil-Brévannes
5.75 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
Discover, or rediscover, the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the treasures—sometimes little-known—of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
Arc Boisé in eastern Paris
15.21 mi
+161 ft
-220 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
This long hike goes from one RER A station to another. It begins with a climb in Boissy Saint-Léger but the rest is flat. We start with a circular walk through the Gros-Bois Forest, then the main part of the walk takes us through the Notre-Dame Forest. We alternate between wide avenues and footpaths, with a wide variety of trees. The walk ends with a long, gently sloping green corridor and a walk through Morbras Park. Several alternative routes allow you to shorten the route.
Natural and historical sites between Boissy-Saint-Léger and Sucy-en-Brie
7.43 mi
+157 ft
-167 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir region by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
The green spaces of Sucy-en-Brie from Boissy-St-Léger station
11.50 mi
+463 ft
-463 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A surprisingly green walk, mostly passing through a succession of forests, numerous parks and other green corridors. It also takes you through the history of the centuries preceding our own, thanks to the architectural legacy they left behind, some of whose monuments have fortunately been well preserved, such as the Château de Sucy or the Château de Haute Maison, whilst others reveal only their outbuildings, such as the Château du Piple, or have left nothing but ruins, such as the Château du Grand Val.
Notre-Dame Forest and the Réveillon Valley, starting from Boissy-Saint-Léger
18.65 mi
+387 ft
-364 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A relatively long but technically straightforward walk in a peri-urban area, taking you through the Gros Bois and Notre-Dame forests, then down the Réveillon Valley, before returning via the Camaldules and Grange forests.
From the Bois de Vincennes to the banks of the Marne
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 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
From Bry-sur-Marne to Lagny-sur-Marne
Association / Club / Walk leader
12.42 mi
+46 ft
-13 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bry-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
The spread of Columbanian rule led to the establishment of more than forty monasteries in Western Europe. Queen Bathilde founded one of the most important women's abbeys in France in Chelles.
This second journey, or path of exile, was travelled by Columbanus and his compatriots between 610 and 613, from Paris to Rebais. It marked the beginning of a new journey eastwards to Bregenz on Lake Constance and then Bobbio.
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