From the banks of the Risle to the hillside of Manneville

From the banks of the Risle, which have been developed for walking, to the forest bordering the valley, this varied route links the residential village of Manneville and the town of Pont-Audemer. It offers a lovely walk in Normandy between town and country, with interesting heritage sites and beautiful views.

The route is not signposted in its entirety (geolocation recommended with Visorando) but is based in part on theGR® 224 and the yellow-marked Chemin des Résistants.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 9.52 km
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    Average duration: 3h 05 
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    Difficulty: Easy

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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 122 m
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    Descent: - 129 m

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    Highest point: 109 m
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    Lowest point: 8 m

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Description of the walk

Park in the car park at Manneville-sur-Risle Town Hall.

(S/E) Head towards the chapel via the protected passageway. After taking a look at the chapel and the dovecote (museum information panel), continue along the road, still using the protected passageway.

(1) Turn left onto Allée des Charmilles, following the yellow markings. At the crossroads, turn left onto Rue de la Bivellerie, then after 100 metres, turn right onto Sente de la Ruellerie. Continue along the path between two hedges until it comes out onto a road.

(2) Cross over and continue along the path opposite. At the road (cross), turn left and, after 400 metres, turn left onto a pretty shaded path. At the end of the path, take the small road on the right to the church of Manneville-sur-Risle (ignore the yellow markings).

(3) In front of the church, keep right for 30 metres and take the path on the left, following theGR® 224 markings. At the end of the path, turn right and immediately descend to the left, following theGR®. At the bottom of the forest, continue straight ahead, crossing a road, and descend to the bottom of the path.

(4). At the bottom, continue along the same path and climb back up to the middle of the slope. At the road, leave theGR® and descend to the left. At the bottom, take the D810 to the right (pavement) and cross the village of Les Baquets. In front of the café (where you can buy refreshments), cross to the other side of the road and walk on the left-hand side.

(5) 400 m after the Allée de l'Hôtel Belle-Ile-sur-Risle, turn left onto the lane, which is closed to motor vehicles, and which descends towards the Risle. Cross the footbridge, then follow the cycle path along the banks of the Risle to the right. Cross asecond footbridge to the right to pass in front of the canoe and kayak club and continue straight ahead along the banks of the Risle towards the town centre.

(6) After the Théâtre l'Éclat and the end of the cycle path, continue straight ahead on the pavement along the river. At the junction with Rue de la République, turn right to stay on the same pavement, then cross in front of the town hall to continue along the river in complete safety.

(7) After the "La Page" media library, turn right, then cross Rue de la Seule at the pedestrian crossing (watch out for traffic) and climb the stairs of the Sente aux Prêtres. At the top, continue straight ahead along Rue Louis Leblé, following theGR® 224 markings again until you reach the D810.

(8) Cross this road, known as Côte de Quillebeuf, at the pedestrian crossing (watch out for traffic), and descend to the right. At the bend, go up the path on the left, continuing straight ahead into the valley. Almost at the top, continue on the main path to the left, following theGR® 224 markings.

(9) At the edge of the woods, take the road to the right. After 400 metres, turn right, still following theGR® 224 on the track to the left of the road.

(10) At the crossroads, follow Chemin des Hauts Vents to the left, staying on the pavement. At the arboretum (where you can stop and take a short stroll around this small rural site), leave theGR® and take the gravel path on the right (at number 23). At the end of this lane, take the second dirt track on the left, crossing the footbridge (the track is private but open to walkers). At the end of the track, continue straight ahead on the small road that takes you back to Manneville Town Hall (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 102 m - Town hall car park
  2. 1 : km 0.61 - alt. 101 m - Allée des Charmilles
  3. 2 : km 1.53 - alt. 97 m - Path opposite
  4. 3 : km 2.73 - alt. 85 m - Church of Manneville-sur-Risle
  5. 4 : km 3.4 - alt. 31 m - GR 224: return via the same route
  6. 5 : km 4.95 - alt. 25 m - No motor vehicles allowed
  7. 6 : km 6.25 - alt. 8 m - Quai de la Tour Grise - Théâtre l'Eclat
  8. 7 : km 6.57 - alt. 9 m - Place Maubert on the right
  9. 8 : km 6.97 - alt. 34 m - Route de Quillebeuf to the right
  10. 9 : km 7.64 - alt. 104 m - Rue des Bois Fréville on the right
  11. 10 : km 8.24 - alt. 101 m - Chemin des Hauts Vents
  12. S/E : km 9.52 - alt. 102 m - Town hall car park

Notes

- At the start: picnic tables.
- Refreshments and supplies in the Baquets district.
- All shops in Pont-Audemer town centre.

Worth a visit

- Visit the Resistance Museum on Sundays and public holidays from April to September: free admission

Canoe or kayak trip down the Risle river lasting from 1 hour to 1 day, heritage route of the town of Pont-Audemer by canoe or kayak

- Alfred Canel Museum, Rue de la République: visit the cabinet of curiosities, the old library and art exhibitions: free admission.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 10 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.3 / 5
Claude41
Claude41

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, varied walk. Very easy, with the only challenging section being the final stretch as you leave Pont-Audemer, which involves a significant climb. There’s a spot for a picnic along the banks of the Risle.

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User 27121322
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Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 23, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

On Thursday, 21 August 2025, three of us completed part of this hike because we took a wrong turn at point "3" (Manneville church).
We turned right at the church, walked 300 metres (not finding a path 30 metres away) and turned left onto the GR 224 for 1.5 kilometres and... found ourselves in Fourmetot, completely opposite where we were supposed to be!
In fact, we took the GR 224 in the wrong direction. We then returned to Manneville at the starting point, having walked 8 km, but only following 3 km of the referenced hike.
Perhaps point "3" should be clarified, using the following explanation: "next to the church, walk 30 metres to the right, turn left onto the tarmac road and 10 metres further on, turn left onto the GR224 trail (signposted)".
I have identified our mistake using Google Earth.
Thank you for your understanding.
I remain at your disposal for any further information.
Gérard Coupey.
NB: I am being asked to give a rating when I have only completed a third of the route indicated. It is difficult for me to give an objective opinion, as I took the wrong road. I can always say that it was due to poor directions
As this is apparently mandatory, I will give an average rating across the board.
In the Normandy style: "To say it's good? It's not good!...But to say it's not good? It's good!"

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philhonfleur
philhonfleur

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant and varied route, despite a short section on a fairly busy road. No difficulties, except for the final climb, which fortunately is very shaded by the undergrowth.
I will definitely do this route again, but in the other direction, to enjoy a more gradual climb.

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MARTDomi
MARTDomi

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pretty route, very varied and which also allows you to discover a very pleasant part of Pont Audemer.

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jeanpaul Loustau
jeanpaul Loustau

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The only big concern for me is the long stretch along the roadside near the village of Les Baquets.
It's a shame, but I can't find any other solutions (otherwise it would lengthen the route).

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Dominique Louis
Dominique Louis

Hello Jean-Paul, thank you for your feedback.
If you followed the road between point 10 and the town hall, it is indeed rather average. That's why I suggest taking the path on the right just before the arboretum, which passes behind the houses and breaks away from the slope: it's quieter and there's a beautiful view at the paragliding take-off area.
Enjoy your spring walks!

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jeanpaul Loustau
jeanpaul Loustau

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very well described
But there is a rather unpleasant 1 km stretch of road when arriving in Pont Audemer

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maingaultp@orange.fr
maingaultp@orange.fr

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk, as it is fairly easy but very varied.
We made it even more enjoyable, I think, by taking a detour to Pont-Audemer from point 6.

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Jean-Christophe 78
Jean-Christophe 78
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant hike near Pont-Audemer. The route varies between woodland paths, towns and tarmac roads. The roads are not too busy with traffic, apart from the main road which you follow for about 1 km.
The description is reliable, but confirmation of the GPS track is a plus.
No difficulties encountered along the way.
Enjoy your walk!

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kl36
kl36

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hello,

The route is pleasant and takes you from the forest to the banks of the Risle and a little way into town.
This walk allowed us to discover places we didn't know in Pont Audemer and Manneville.
Thank you for this route.

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noelja
noelja

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 26, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

An original hike with urban, forest and water sections...
A bit of road, but we leave it at the right moment...
Discovering the possibilities for canoeing on the Risle, which I hadn't imagined: interesting
I recommend this hike, thanks to the authors.

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