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Étoile des Pétrons walks
Short loop in the north of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye Forest
Visorando Member
4.70 mi
+79 ft
-69 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A former royal hunting ground, the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye has wide, long avenues. There are also paths winding through the undergrowth, which this hike invites you to discover. The route is mainly through the forest, with a variety of tree species and a short stretch along the edge of a pond.
The Étoile des Pétrons Botanical Trail
0.87 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A trail very well maintained by the ONF for discovering different tree species! A short, easy route with excellent signposting and numerous information boards. Ideal for children (and grown-ups) keen to learn more about life in our forests.
From Achères to Achères via the Forêt de Saint-Germain and the Étang du Corra
9.78 mi
+135 ft
-72 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Achères (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A station-to-station walk, which can also be done as a slightly shorter loop. The route is mainly woodland, using both signposted paths and little-travelled paths in the undergrowth. The Étang du Corra, a protected site, offers an interlude with beautiful views and the chance to spot many birds.
Through the forests of western Paris
164.57 mi
+8,281 ft
-7,530 ft
24 days
Moderate
Departure from Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine)
Although highly urbanised, western Paris offers a considerable density of green spaces and forests, which this series of hikes, from station to station or in a circular route starting from a station, invites you to (re)discover. Several forest areas are on the programme: Saint-Cloud, La Celle, Marly, Versailles, Les Tailles d'Herbelaye and Saint-Germain-en-Laye. There is also a rich heritage to discover, particularly in the parks of Saint-Cloud and Marly, in Marnes-la-Coquette, Chambourcy and Poissy.
Walks near Étoile des Pétrons
From Achères to Saint-Germain-en-Laye through the forest
6.89 mi
+161 ft
-0 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the entire eastern part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. A few crosses and oratories mark this forest trail. The route ends in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, where you can admire its castle, built in the 12th century.
From Achères to Poissy through the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
7.64 mi
+167 ft
-207 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the entire western part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. A few ancient crosses mark this forest trail. The route ends in Poissy, where you can admire the Notre-Dame Collegiate Church.
From Cormeilles to Conflans via the hillsides on the right bank
6.98 mi
+197 ft
-351 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cormeilles-en-Parisis (Val-d'Oise)
A hike from station to station in two stages. In the first stage, you stay at a higher elevation and enjoy beautiful views of the Seine and its valley. In the second stage, you stay closer to the river. The beautiful Saint-Martin Church in Herblay and the important river transport industry in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine add to the charm of this hike.
Andrésy Naturellement - Route de la Seine
4.05 mi
+56 ft
-59 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Andrésy (Yvelines)
What could be more relaxing than discovering the architectural, historical and natural heritage whilst strolling along the Seine... A route suitable for everyone, young and old, which will take you from the Fin-d’Oise district, the historic heart of the river trade, to the Denouval district, passing by the main monuments in the city centre.
Along the banks of the Oise from Maurecourt to Andrésy
5.93 mi
+299 ft
-285 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Andrésy (Yvelines)
A lovely, flat route to enjoy at a leisurely pace along the banks of the Oise, with a section high up behind the Pays de Maurecourt offering magnificent views of the Oise. This region is even more beautiful when viewed from the footpaths.
From Le Vésinet to Poissy via the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
8.62 mi
+249 ft
-256 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Vésinet (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station, crossing the southern part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye national forest. The start and end of the route are in urban areas. In Poissy, the Collégiale Notre-Dame offers a superb touch of heritage.
Along the Seine from Le Vésinet to Cormeilles-en-Parisis
7.47 mi
+171 ft
-30 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Vésinet (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that runs mainly along the Seine, mostly on well-marked footpaths.
From Poissy to Conflans-Sainte-Honorine via the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
11.38 mi
+154 ft
-138 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Poissy (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station, most of which takes place in the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, which we cross from south-west to north-east. It is an opportunity to walk through forests of various species and to come across two ancient crosses and two oratories. The route ends with a water theme, at the confluence of the Seine and the Oise.
From Saint-Germain-en-Laye to Conflans-Sainte-Honorine through the forest.
11.11 mi
+69 ft
-292 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
From station to station through the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye with a short detour through the historic centre of the village of Mesnil-le-Roi. Arrival in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, capital of inland waterway transport.
In the footsteps of the Impressionists: from the Pont de Bezons to Chatou
5.52 mi
+43 ft
-26 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bezons (Val-d'Oise)
A linear walk that takes place mainly along the banks of the Seine, with very few tarmac roads. You can stroll through two “Impressionist Parks”, the one in Rueil-Malmaison and the one in Chatou.