Étang de Varennes-sur-Seine walks

This is the twenty-fifth stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11, starting from Montereau station, not far from the confluence of the Seine and the Yonne, and ending at Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons station, not far from the confluence of the Seine and the Loing. The stage, entirely on the GR®11, follows a route on the left bank of the Seine, joining the Orvanne valley a little further south, and returns to Moret-sur-Loing and its beautiful historic centre, following the Canal du Loing on its towpath.

A walking route from station to station, starting at Montereau Fault-Yonne station and ending at Villeneuve-la-Guyard along the River Yonne, allowing you to explore the ponds and marshes near the finish. A peaceful, quiet walk along the water’s edge, passing through the village of Misy-sur-Yonne, which is known for its historic site.

A three-stage walk from station to station. First, you cross the town of Montereau, the highlight being the Gothic collegiate church and the double bridge at the confluence of the Seine and the Yonne. Next, you follow the towpath, which is mostly shaded. Finally, you climb to a higher elevation before descending to Vernou-sur-Seine station. (Please note) Just before (9), the underpass beneath the railway line is closed (see the comment posted on 21 July 2026). Until this obstruction is cleared, one option is to turn right to find a level crossing. Once you have crossed the tracks safely, follow the D39 to the left until you reach point (9).

A very varied hike from station to station. The Chemin des Herces, high up, offers beautiful views of the Seine and the town of Saint-Mammès, where you will find a beautiful Romanesque church. After walking along the Seine, you stroll between the old vine walls of Thomery. You return to the banks of the Seine and the hike ends with a detour into the Fontainebleau National Forest.

A day's hike to enjoy the charm of the southern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau, combining rocky trails, beautiful woodland paths and the historical interest of villages and small towns (Bourron-Marlotte, Veneux-les-Sablons).

Hike in the Forest of Fontainebleau, with no difficulty except for a short steep climb, away from the busy paths and perfectly marked from start to finish.

Twenty-sixth stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11, connecting the Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons and Fontainebleau-Avon stations through the Fontainebleau Forest, bypassing the town of Fontainebleau. During this crossing of the forest, we will walk along wide shaded paths, steep trails through sandstone blocks, and a few interesting viewpoints.

A hike from station to station, mainly through a section of the Fontainebleau Forest that is not among the most frequented. The forest route alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through rocky terrain. Before that, the crossing of Thomery offers beautiful heritage sites, including its grape walls and some beautiful views of the Seine.

A walk from station to station in the eastern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau. The route alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through the forest. You climb two hills topped by a tower dating from the late 19th century, the summit of one of which offers a sweeping panorama.

A hike from station to station starting from Montigny-sur-Loing. A varied route through the forest with a few rocks and the banks of the Loing. The Loing valley is an authentic green paradise that can be explored over a medium distance via footpaths, rural tracks and towpaths. This route takes you along the river and the canal of the same name, which flow side by side until they meet the Seine.