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Fontaine de Maltoute walks
From the Priory of Saint-Nicolas to the Maltoute Fountain
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4.04 mi
+157 ft
-138 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Rennemoulin (Yvelines)
A short walk along the streams of the Plaine de Versailles, including the Ru de Gally, which has its source in the castle grounds. The charming village of Rennemoulin boasts a chapel, a wash house and an old bridge, while the Fontaine de Maltoute fountain offers a pleasant, shaded spot to stop for a break.
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Bailly and the Versailles Plain
4.33 mi
+184 ft
-171 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Bailly (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
This route is shared between Bailly and the Plaine de Versailles, which you reach via the footbridge at Bailly. It allows you to explore the Plaine de Versailles, starting by passing through the centre of Bailly.
Walks near Fontaine de Maltoute
From Saint-Cyr-l'École to Villiers-Saint-Frédéric through the Yvelines
14.23 mi
+705 ft
-961 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Cyr-l'École (Yvelines)
This is the third stage of the GR® 11 Grand Tour of Île-de-France. It continues through the Yvelines, between Saint-Cyr station and Villiers-Neauphle-Pontchartrain station. This stage completes the 'radial' part of the GR® starting from Paris and joins the circular loop that circles the region from Villiers-Saint-Frédéric. The route passes through increasingly large wooded areas as you approach the countryside.
A story of water around Marly and Île de la Loge
7.47 mi
+623 ft
-679 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
The Marly Pumping Station was built at the end of the 17th century to pump water from the Seine and supply the ponds at the Château de Marly and those at the Château de Versailles. This walk, largely through urban areas, passes through a small section of the Marly Forest and then the park of the same name, where the ponds still remain. After a steep descent to the Marly Pumping Station, the route crosses the picturesque Île de la Loge before climbing back up to the heights of Marly-le-Roi.
From L'Étang-la-Ville to Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche via the Étoile de Montaigu
8.10 mi
+600 ft
-551 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station, mainly through woodland. The route alternates between wide, signposted paths and less-used trails where a good sense of direction is useful. Along the way, there are lovely woodland scenes, several remarkable trees and an old 18th-century cross.
From Étang-la-Ville to Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche via the Étoile Verte
6.97 mi
+561 ft
-515 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station that begins with narrow streets and paths in L'Étang-la-Ville and Mareil-Marly, through their gardens and apple orchards. The rest of the route takes place entirely in the Marly Forest, alternating between compacted tracks, sometimes damp dirt tracks and little-known paths deep in the undergrowth. Along the way, you’ll find beautiful woodland scenery, several remarkable trees and an old 18th-century cross.
From Saint-Nom to Poissy through the forests of Marly and Tailles d'Herbelay
8.56 mi
+315 ft
-659 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the Marly National Forest and then the Tailles d'Herbelay Departmental Forest. It then offers a visit to the charming town centre of Chambourcy and a short walk in the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. The route ends in Poissy, where you can admire the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame and the remains of the Old Bridge over the Seine.
In the forest of Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche in Vaucresson
8.17 mi
+745 ft
-692 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station that crosses the Marly State Forest, then Marly Park and finally the Louveciennes Forest. The route ends in Vaucresson, in an urban setting.
From Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche to Verneuil-sur-Seine via the GR®1
18.86 mi
+899 ft
-1,224 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
The second stage ofthe GR®1, this walk takes you through the Forêt de Marly and various charming villages such as Feucherolles and Orgeval. The first part is through the forest, whilst the second alternates between meadows, built-up areas and woodland. This stage is notable for the variety of landscapes you’ll encounter.
From Bougival to Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche via the Park and Forest of Marly
5.64 mi
+427 ft
-377 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bougival (Yvelines)
A mainly forest route despite its proximity to Paris! After crossing the Bois de Louveciennes, you can enjoy the Parc de Marly, with its views and ponds. The route ends in the Marly National Forest, with a winding path at first, then a wide, straight path.
Following the Bièvre from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to Igny
12.06 mi
+85 ft
-397 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
This is the upstream section of this series of three walks dedicated to the Bièvre. A very pleasant route along the river and its ponds, in a setting that is mostly bucolic. A walk from station to station, the length of which can be adapted according to conditions or preference.
From Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to Versailles
7.19 mi
+276 ft
-381 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
The Bièvre Valley is undoubtedly one of the best places for hiking in the region. Indeed, in summer it is a succession of ponds and lush green landscapes. This hike takes you through the most interesting part of the valley, featuring a succession of five remarkable ponds. You can then round off your day with a visit to Versailles, adding a touch of history to the route.