Refine your search for walks in Église Saint-Méry (Saint-Méry)
Église Saint-Méry (Saint-Méry) walks
Medieval churches of Brie - The Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin in Champeaux
Visorando Member
11.55 mi
+256 ft
-269 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Blandy (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike rich in heritage in the south of Brie. It starts at the old fortified castle of Blandy-les-Tours, which is in excellent condition, and ends with a visit to one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in the Île-de-France region. Two other churches, a chapel, another more recent castle and an old mill complete the picture. A route on a cultivated plateau, through woods and alongside the Ru d'Ancoeur.
Route west of Bombon via Saint-Méry
8.97 mi
+184 ft
-203 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bombon (Seine-et-Marne)
A moderate-difficulty walk, with little elevation gain, west of Bombon, passing through Saint-Méry, then across fields and two small woods. It then follows and crosses the Ru d’Ancœur, the Ru de la Prée and the Ru des Moines, passing by the Flagy Mill and the Voies Mill
Bombon was the birthplace of the 1918 Victory. Indeed, General Foch moved his command post to Bombon in 1918. His marshal’s baton ‘was presented to him in the castle’s main courtyard in the presence of all the chiefs of staff, Marshal Haig, Marshal Pershing, General Pétain and the highest political authorities, the President of the Republic, Raymond Poincaré, Clemenceau […], Painlevé, former Minister of War and former President of the Council. General Weygand […] was by his side.”
Walks near Église Saint-Méry (Saint-Méry)
From Mormant to Marles-en-Brie via the Château du Vivier
14.43 mi
+131 ft
-135 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Mormant (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk from station to station, along the back roads of the Brie region and through fields and woods. Several heritage highlights along the way, including some beautiful churches, a menhir and, as the highlight, the ruined château of Le Vivier.
From Verneuil-l’Étang to Mormant via the Château de Beauvoir
7.78 mi
+59 ft
-20 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Verneuil-l'Étang (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk from station to station that takes place mainly amongst cultivated fields, with beautiful farmhouses dotted here and there. You pass through several villages, each with its own old church, and walk past Beauvoir Castle after skirting its grounds.
From Verneuil-l’Étang to Melun via the GR®1
21.62 mi
+282 ft
-446 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Verneuil-l'Étang (Seine-et-Marne)
This is the longest stage on theGR®®1. It can be split into two by taking the bus halfway along the route at Blandy-les-Tours (check timetables). It is one of the most historically rich stages. Indeed, the route takes you through Melun, which boasts a very rich heritage, and also passes very close to the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte and the Château de Blandy. Most of the route is through countryside, but a few wooded sections may be part of the walk.
From Verneuil-l'Étang to Fontaine-le-Port via Champeaux and Blandy-les-Tours
16.48 mi
+72 ft
-220 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Verneuil-l'Étang (Seine-et-Marne)
A long walk from station to station, across the Brie plain with its sweeping horizons. Along the way, two superb monuments: the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin in Champeaux and the fortified castle at Blandy-les-Tours.
From Fontaine-le-Port to Melun via the Cave locks
7.88 mi
+82 ft
-72 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, in two stages. In the first part, you climb slightly and stroll along a narrow path offering beautiful views of the Seine. The stretch above the Cave locks can be a spectacular sight at high water. In the second, less varied section, you follow the Seine along a tarmac path where you can admire some ‘stunning’ houses dating from the Belle Époque.
From Fontaine-le-Port to Champagne-sur-Seine via the hillsides on the right bank
11.07 mi
+538 ft
-495 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station high up on the right bank of the Seine, offering beautiful views of the river and the nearby Forest of Fontainebleau. The first and last thirds of the hike follow paths that wind through the forest. In between, the route alternates between fields, woods and residential areas, with some interesting heritage sites.
From the Barbeau Forest to Champagne-sur-Seine
10.97 mi
+584 ft
-531 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
The Barbeau State Forest, as you follow the PR® route, offers magnificent views of the Seine. A stop in Héricy, with its 13th-century church and historic centre near the riverbanks. Views of the Île aux Barbiers as you walk along the Seine. A short climb towards the Rocher de Samoreau via the GR®2, then a return via Champagne-sur-Seine station.
From Melun to Bois-le-Roi via the GR®1
9.74 mi
+384 ft
-328 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Melun (Seine-et-Marne)
This stage is the shortest on theGR®®1. It offers a chance to discover Melun’s historical heritage. With no elevation gain, it is ideal for families. This walk serves as a warm-up for the Forest of Fontainebleau, which will be more challenging to traverse. The walk can be divided into three sections: an urban first and third section passing through Melun, Vaux-le-Pénil, Chartrettes and Bois-le-Roi, separated by a short wooded stretch.
From Melun to Ponthierry via the Vives Eaux dam
8.09 mi
+69 ft
-118 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Melun (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk from station to station during which you spend most of the time along the banks of the Seine, either on small tarmac roads or on shaded footpaths. The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame in Melun and the church at Boissettes add a touch of heritage to this walk.
From Bois-le-Roi to Boissise-le-Roi via the Mare aux Évées
10.61 mi
+62 ft
-180 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, the first half of which takes place entirely in the northern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau, with a passage through the rocky chaos of Rocher Canon and then to the mysterious Mare aux Évées. The route then becomes much more urban, passing through several residential areas. It finally ends on the Seine towpath.