Dormans walks

A circular walk starting from Passy-sur-Marne, taking in vineyards, châteaux, villages, the banks of the Marne and wash houses, not forgetting the military cemetery and the Dormans Memorial 1914-1918. A busy day steeped in history.

This is a unique little hike that will allow you to discover the Dhuis aqueduct and visit Condé-en-Brie, its castle and its historic centre.

In the footsteps of Léon-Augustin-Lhermitte, painter of the peasants of Champagne, late 19th century. Walk up Mont-Saint-Père, passing by the Gland orientation table, then stroll along the Marne to finish up on the Chartèves hillside, a nature reserve where you can find around thirty plant species (orchids, etc.) and invertebrate fauna (spotted salamanders) and insectivorous birds.

This short walk will take you through the woods to the Abbey of Notre-Dame d'Igny. If you linger at the abbey, allow half a day.

During this easy walk (a gentle climb at the start and a descent at the end), discover the many ponds in the Boursault forest.

A stroll through peaceful countryside just an hour from Paris, where you will find fortified castles, a 12th-century church and an American cemetery from the First World War.

A short hike through the woods (filled with lily of the valley in season) and the Champagne vineyards. GPS essential

Historical walk from Jean de La Fontaine to the memorial commemorating the first engagements of the American army in 1918, passing through the Champagne vineyards.

Take a stroll through La Fontaine country, passing by the First World War memorial and ending up between the sky and the Champagne vineyards.

This is a lovely, easy walk that takes you around the woods of Épernay, which are private and closed to walkers.This circuit passes through the Champagne vineyards and woods, offering magnificent views of the Marne and Cubry valleys.

A peaceful stroll through fields, woods and vineyards around the charming village of Saint-Martin-d'Ablois. This route follows part of the "Le sentier des murmures" pedestrian route in Saint-Martin-d'Ablois, created by the Association Nature et Patrimoine Ablutien (ANPA) and marked in yellow. You can enter the Parc du Sourdon from the (6).

A hike through the woods to discover bluebells, the village of Villeneuve-sur-Fère where Paul Claudel lived, and a visit to the Hottée du Diable (a unique rock erosion site).

A stroll through the Champagne countryside to discover First World War cemeteries, old wash houses and churches.

This short hike takes you to see the Neolithic polisher at Belval and the memorial to the soldiers of the 35th Infantry Regiment who fell between 17 July and 3 August 1918 in the Bois de Courton. It passes through many woods, vineyards and pastures. It has little elevation gain and presents no difficulties, except for muddy conditions in wet weather. You will find it very peaceful. Avoid on hunting days.

This short hike in the woods will be of interest to First World War enthusiasts as it passes by the memorial stone honouring the soldiers ofthe 35th Infantry Regiment who fell between 17 July and 3 August 1918 in the Bois de Courton. Please respect the area, as the woods are probably private property. Avoid during hunting season.

An easy walk, following part ofthe GR®142 trailand the former platform of the Reims Suburban Railway (CBR).

This short hike through vineyards and woods takes us to the Cubry Valley and along the route of the old CBR (Reims Suburban Railway). It offers a glimpse of a little-known curiosity: the Pierre Saint-Mamert, where a hermit once lived. This stone is on private land where walking is tolerated provided that visitors respect the site. Note: the spelling on the IGN map is incorrect; it is indeed the Pierre Saint-Mamert.

This is a short hike through vineyards offering magnificent views of the Marne Valley. The return journey is along a pleasant path that runs alongside the river.

This is a lovely day hike starting from Hautvillers. It takes you through vineyards and woods on both sides of the Marne Valley, with splendid views. It's a great opportunity to discover this beautiful vineyard and visit a few wine cellars.

Between land and water. Nestled in a valley, the Courville ponds are a unique wetland area in the Tardenois natural region, which is dominated by woods, vineyards and large-scale farming.

Near the Ourcq Valley, on a hillock in the middle of fields, stands a monument commissioned to celebrate the victory of the Second Battle of the Marne but which, instead of glorifying the victors, pays tribute to those who died or went missing in the Great War. This work by sculptor Paul Landowski is the main destination of this memorial hike. Three beautiful churches, dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, complete the picture.

A short hike around the town of Montmirail. You will have the opportunity to discover the heritage of the surrounding area and the castle, which is an integral part of the town. This is a walk that can be enjoyed with the whole family.

This short route will take you through the vineyards and woods of Mancy to Morangis via Moslins. It is suitable for brisk walking or a short family stroll. There are some steep hills, however, so it is best avoided during heatwaves. Avoid during hunting season.

This is a lovely walk in a little-known area, the Ardre Valley. The walk takes you over hills and through valleys, across Champagne vineyards, fields and forests. It starts at the beautiful Saint-Lié Chapel in Ville-Dommange.

A loop through the vineyards and forest with beautiful views of Reims, the vineyards and villages. (best enjoyed in dry weather - description updated on 13 July 2019)

This loop runs through the Ardre valley, with the first part through woodland and the second part along field paths. The first part from Fismes to Saint-Gilles follows the old Reims Suburban Railway (CBR) line, which served many towns. The second part runs along the ridge of the road from Fismes to Fère-en-Tardenois, where, when conditions allow, many paragliders take flight.

Sympathique randonnée à travers champs et vignes avec des vues panoramiques sur les environs.

In the hills above the Petit Morin Valley, this is a rural route where you rarely lose sight of the massive bell towers of the former abbey church of Vendières or the partly ruined church of L'Epine-aux-Bois.

This is a short hike with lots to discover: the Abbaye du Reclus, the Château de Belin and the Reclus dolmen. You will hike through woods and pastures where cows graze. There are no particular difficulties, but avoid this hike in wet weather.

This is a route rich in discoveries: the castles of Congy and Étoges, the Champagne vineyards, and above all the magnificent menhir of the Étang de Chènevry. Vineyards, woods and crops with magnificent views of the nearby marshes of Saint Gond. No technical difficulties except for a little mud in wet weather.

This circular route will take you from the Prouilly war memorial to the church in Montigny-sur-Vesle, then to the church in Pévy, through fields and vineyards with beautiful views of the hills.

A hike in a bucolic setting with varied landscapes. We start by climbing above the Petit Morin Valley and end the hike with a pleasant walk along this pretty river.

A bucolic hike where paths through fields and woods alternate with small roads with very little traffic.

Between vineyards and woods: you will walk around Trigny, a village in the "Petite Montagne de Reims". This route also offers sweeping views of the Vesle valley. To the south, you can see Coulommes-la-Montagne. To the south-east: Reims and even Verzenay! (description updated on 7 July 2019)

A hike that climbs to the heights of the left bank of the Petit Morin before following the river. Along the way, there are two beautiful old churches. In the summer or spring sunshine, you will appreciate the shade provided by the many woods you pass through.

A varied route, mapped out by the Marne Tourist Board, takes you through a forest, sand pits, vineyards, fields and two villages. From a balcony offering views of the Vesle valley, you will pass the forts of Saint-Thierry and Chenay. These were built after the 1870 war to protect Reims. (avoid on hunting days or after heavy rain, as there may be large puddles - description updated on 14 July 2019)