Guernes walks

During your walk, you will follow the Seine and one of its branches, as well as waterways that are home to various species of birds. A short tour of the village of Guernes is also planned.

A walk from station to station through the Rosny-sur-Seine Regional Forest, the Bois Boutilliers, the Vallée des Prés and the Houssaye, during which you’ll also discover some beautiful views and heritage sites.

A hilly route through the forest and its edges, with a viewpoint over the Seine and memories of Henry IV and Sully.

This walk through various parts of the Rosny Regional Forest will take you to the Châtillon viewpoint, where you can discover a kiosk dating from the 1900 World’s Fair.You’ll discover some lovely views over the Mantois region, but above all you’ll appreciate this rich natural environment.

A mainly forest route west of Mantes-la-Jolie. Along the way, there are several remarkable trees and a few limestone grasslands, which constitute a unique natural heritage as well as a great opportunity to take a break.

Through the fields and villages of the Mantois region and the eastern part of the Rosny Forest, this route takes you to discover ruins surprisingly located in the middle of the forest and a picturesque oak tree. The churches of Jouy-Mauvoisin and Petit Perdreauville, a manor house, a few beautiful farmhouses and a small heritage site linked to water complete the picture.

This undulating walk, near Mantes-la-Jolie, will allow you to discover a lovely little wood, enjoy some beautiful views and stroll through Jouy-Mauvoisin.

This hike is for you if you are looking for peaceful walks in the countryside and forest, as well as the chance to discover some panoramic views.

Right from the start, this walk offers beautiful views of the woods of Bonnières-sur-Seine. As you pass through Rolleboise, you’ll be treated to a succession of superb panoramic views of the Seine and the Ilon basin. Near Méricourt, you’ll see the lock and other views of the river, then at Freneuse, you’ll discover views of the Seine cliffs on the opposite bank.

A hike with varied landscapes, in the hollow of a bend in the Seine: views of the river banks, a vast stretch of water, a nature reserve and bird observatories, cultivated plains and, finally, a pleasant walk through the Bois de la Garenne.

A walk between the Seine Valley and the Bois du Chesnay to discover the Vétheuil Dome, the only remaining vestige of a German airfield from theSecond World War.

A hike in the Vexin Regional Nature Park starting from Bonnières-sur-Seine, passing through Port Saint-Nicolas, La Roche-Guyon, the Faïence Garden and the Coteaux de la Seine Nature Reserve.

Follow in the footsteps of Claude Monet, considered one of the founders of Impressionism, on a hike from station to station along the Seine and its hillsides. Beautiful views punctuate the route. Halfway along the route, there are several possible visits in Giverny, where the painter lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926. At the end of the hike, the collegiate church of Vernon is worth a detour.

After passing through the south-west of the Rosny-sur-Seine Forest, you will walk through various small hamlets and cross the Taupe Valley.

This hike will allow you to discover numerous panoramic views of the Seine hillsides and theGR®2trail between Sainte-Geneviève-lès-Gasny and Giverny. Countryside and forest will also be on the menu. You will also come across several churches and wash houses.

This hike will take you from the islands of Mantes-la-Jolie to Follainville-Dennemont via Limay (gateway town to the French Vexin Regional Nature Park). You will walk along the Seine and then through woods and fields. You will discover beautiful views, particularly of Mantes and its collegiate church. 

This urban walk will take you on a journey through the history of Mantes-la-Jolie, notably its magnificent Notre-Dame Collegiate Church. You will follow the banks of the Seine on your return journey.

Sixth stage of the Grand Tour de l'Île-de-France on the GR® 11, linking Mantes-Station railway station in the Yvelines to the village of Genainville in the Val d'Oise, in the heart of the French Vexin. This stage is the first part of a two-day route, the aim of which is to connect Mantes-Station railway station to Chars railway station, further north-east in the Val d'Oise.The stage begins in Mantes-la-Jolie in the Seine valley and heads north through the south-western part of the Vexin Français Regional Nature Park, quickly passing from one of the lowest points in the region (crossing the Seine, at ~18 m) to one of the highest points (the beech forest at Villiers-en-Arthies, at 205 m).The French Vexin, with its unspoilt agricultural and wooded landscapes, is a magnificent region where it is very pleasant to hike.

During this walk, you’ll discover the charming Parc de la Vallée, cross the Bois des Enfers, enjoy beautiful views and spend a good part of the walk along the River Vaucouleurs.

A short walk that takes you along the Seine before climbing up above the cliffs to enjoy the views over the circular Moisson bend

A short walk that starts on a shaded path and ends along the Seine with beautiful views of the chalk cliffs on the opposite bank.

Nestled in a bend of the Seine, the Moisson nature reserve offers a guaranteed change of scenery! Alternating between forest and moorland trails, this short hike should appeal to nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet.

Throughout this varied and undulating walk, you’ll enjoy not only the heritage of the three charming villages you pass through, but also the views, the path through the woods, the curious discovery along the GR®2 and, as the highlight, the superb panorama of the circular bends in the Seine.

Walk along the banks of the Seine between Vétheuil and La Roche-Guyon. Walk along theGR®2trail, marked in red and white. Remember to bring a cap or hat in summer as much of the route is exposed.

A varied route offering the chance to explore La Roche-Guyon and its surroundings via little-known paths.

Starting from the foot of the castle, climb along the cliff, walk through the forest and enjoy a beautiful view of the circular bends in the Seine. On the way back, explore the village.

A circular route around La Roche-Guyon that takes you to the foot of the keep and offers some lovely views.

This circular route along the banks of the Seine will take you past the region’s many cave dwellings, through some lovely woodland and along a short stretch beside the Seine. The route could probably be improved, particularly on the return leg, which, for my liking, follows the D913 a bit too closely; unfortunately, I wasn’t able to stay along the banks of the Seine.

A route that crosses the Roche-Guyon Regional Forest, descends into the Epte valley before returning via the village of Chérence to the Coteaux de la Seine Nature Reserve, with its views over the valley. Please note! This route cannot be done between1 March and 30 June, as access to the nature reserve is prohibited during this period.

During this walk, you will make your way from Vienne-en-Arthies, at the confluence of several streams, to Vétheuil, a picturesque village made famous by the paintings of Monet, who lived there from 1879 to 1881. You will enjoy various views and a few heritage sights.

During your walk, you will discover this beautiful little village, including its church and wash houses, as well as the surrounding countryside.

A route to explore the former Saint-François quarries, whose stone was transported down the Seine to build Parisian monuments, and the hamlet of Bézu, which has been abandoned since the quarries closed. The route first crosses the Forêt de la Roche-Guyon before climbing the slopes of the Epte valley. The end of this walk offers the chance to stroll through the streets of the typical village of Chérence.

Loop starting from Chérence. The Seine, troglodyte dwellings and gliders. Pass through the Coteaux de la Seine reserve, which is closed for nesting from 1 March to 30 June.

On the agenda for this hike: two pretty little villages, local heritage, a walk through the woods and along the Vaucouleurs and Morand rivers.

Setting off from the small village of Breuil-Bois-Robert towards Auffreville-Brasseuil, Soindres, Vert and Villette, you will follow the Vaucouleurs and cross the Morand. This walk through fields and valleys will also allow you to enjoy some beautiful panoramic views.

This varied and very hilly route is dotted with wash houses. There are numerous springs around Guerville. Here and there, the route offers beautiful views.

Between village and countryside, come and discover a picturesque route through the fields. Once in Boissy-Mauvoisin, admire the village and its narrow streets before returning across the fields to the commune of Bréval.

A very varied hike that combines: - Regional Forest of the Roche-Guyon, - A beautiful, quiet valley, - The town of La Roche and its castle, - and finally, a scenic route overlooking the Seine.

This easy walk will take you through fields and woods to the small village of Saint-Illiers-le-Bois, where you’ll also discover a small chapel on the edge of the forest.

On this easy rural hike, you will walk through fields and woods and enjoy a few scenic views. You will also discover some interesting heritage sites. Peace and quiet await you!

A large circular route between woods and plains in the Vexin region to enjoy the first days of spring, with the village of Giverny and the house of the painter Claude Monet as the main attractions.

A pleasant and varied short hike following the Vaucouleurs valley. Along the way, you will pass through charming villages, castles and an old abbey.

This hike, through fields, undergrowth and along streams, will take you to the beautiful village of Gilles. You will also discover the surprising "church" of Neauphlette.