Walks

Discover Maubeuge, just a few kilometres from Belgium, in the Avesnois region. A walk that starts in the village of Ferrière-la-Petite, then passes through Maubeuge. Discover its Vauban ramparts, a town steeped in history with its museums, gardens and parks. Walk along the River Sambre, and don’t forget to visit the magnificent Maubeuge Zoo on arrival.

A classic route in the area, offering a 360° panorama between the Aravis and Les Saisies. Beautiful views over the Val d’Arly, the ski areas of Les Saisies, Praz-sur-Arly and even Megève. The return route runs along the foot of the Aravis massif, through fairly wild scenery.

Bonnieux stands on the northern slope of the Petit Luberon, facing the village of Lacoste. The village is situated on the northern side of the Combe de Lourmarin, which was – and still is – the only road crossing the Luberon. This hilltop village boasts an exceptional panorama stretching from the Petit Luberon to Mont Ventoux, via the Monts du Vaucluse. The village, dominated by its old church flanked by centuries-old cedar trees, offers visitors a wide variety of natural and historical sites. As you wander through its steep, winding alleyways, remarkable mansions, the remains of ramparts, fountains and wash houses come into view.The Tourist Office has set up a heritage route featuring fifteen information panels that trace the history of the village. The route suggested here does not follow it exactly, and the GPS signal was disrupted by the village’s unique layout.

This easy route is typical of the Pays d’Auge, with its sunken paths and damp grasslands; it is mostly shaded and offers an intimate atmosphere between the forest and traditional hedgerow countryside: ideal for recharging your batteries.

A circular walk through the heart of the village of Les Bordes, which will allow you to discover its many facets: old houses, gardens, pastures with horses, and the entrance turrets of Château des Bordes.

A short, pleasant family walk, ideal for children, with lovely spots to discover. The River Fecht and its surroundings are both a place to relax and an area rich in biodiversity. Set off on a walk to explore this river which, over time, has helped shape the town’s identity. From mallards to grey herons, not to mention all sorts of fish, you’re sure to spot plenty of little creatures! You might even catch a glimpse of some beavers!

A circular route starting from Thiviers, taking in urban heritage, the Côle valley, wooded areas and more open countryside around Les Pouyouleix. The route allows you to discover several different aspects of the town: the old town centre, the area around the station, the banks of the Côle, the Les Pouyouleix Arboretum and Vieux Thiviers.

A pleasant walk to discover the Ovansa Tower, an iconic site where the location of the Mont-Louis citadel – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – was decided. The walk starts at the Mont-Louis Tourist Information Office.

A walk north-west of Sheffield on the edge of the Peak District National Park, through Greno Wood Nature Reserve and the Wharncliffe moorland to the Dragon’s Den site. This rocky spot on the Wharncliffe cliffs is said to be the lair of the famous Wantley Dragon.

The route is largely in open country. The paths are wide and well signposted. On the way there, we’ll walk past Eichener See to see if it’s there, as it’s a seasonal lake. Information boards along the route and inside the shelter explain how this lake works. We will then cross a small wood and the Dinkelberg hills to the south of Eichener See before reaching the village of Eichen. We will cross the Dorfbach, which flows only through Eichen, and leave the village after a short walk through its eastern part.

This short hike is one of the most classic in the region and therefore deserves a brief description. Ascent to the Hohneck from the Route des Crêtes, descent towards the Col du Schaeferthal then into the Frankenthal (and its alpine dairy) before climbing back up to the Col du Falimont via the magnificent Sentier de Falimont.360° views, cliffs, pastures and, occasionally, chamois.

The Luberon massif, whether the ‘small’ or ‘large’ Luberon, is mainly forested.It is only from an altitude of 1,000 metres that the forest gives way to open areas offering a 360° panoramic view of the entire region, provided you are on the ridge.Starting from the Col de l’Aire Deï Masco at 700 m, between Céreste-en-Lubéron and Vitrolles-en-Lubéron, the route heads westwards to tackle the first two peaks of the Grand Lubéron, both over 1,000 m in altitude. From there, the view is magnificent, both to the south and to the north.As an added bonus, there’s the signal at the summit of Mourre Nègre on the western side.Whilst the climb along the GR® on the way out may leave you feeling there’s no hope of ever making it, the reward is complete after just 4 km.On the return journey, the suggested route follows the track, which is easy, open and offers some lovely views to the south at the start of the descent.The fittest walkers will probably not hesitate to continue along the ridge to Mourre Nègre… but not on a scorching hot day!

A stroll through Balaruc-les-Bains, its spa town situated on a peninsula. A walk through the Ancient Mediterranean Garden ( entrance fee: 5 euros), then continue along the Georges Brassens Promenade, alongside the quays, followed by Sévigné Park and Charles de Gaulle Park.

This trail, starting from a pay-and-display car park (€5), takes you to the Bucatoghju Waterfall and also allows you to see a Genoese bridge. It is an easy, family-friendly walk, though it does involve several (structured) stream crossings.

A short, not too difficult hike – very enjoyable. You follow streams all the way, first through the forest, then across a plateau. A very wild, natural atmosphere. Countless spots, ideal for pitching a tent, with trees galore, majestic rocks and a fast-flowing yet calm river. A very good population of brown trout in the river. The lake, too, is teeming with fish – large brown trout and rainbow trout – to potentially delight the palates of food lovers.

The route is suitable for children and pushchairs. A short, family-friendly walk that’s easy to access, with almost no elevation changes. Half in the village, half in the countryside, making it easy to explore the village at your own pace.

Path leading to Opoul Karstic Cave, also known as La Cauna. This karstic cave features climbing routes situated inside the cave itself.

A very beautiful walk, shaded for much of the way, with superb views of Lake Serre-Ponçon and the surrounding mountains. Plenty of flowering plants and butterflies in July.

A circular route of around 2 hours around the hamlet of La Noue in La Celle-les-Bordes, mainly through woodland, allowing you to discover some lovely scenery, ending at the castle and the church.

This is an idyllic circular route in the Vicdessos Stream valley, starting from the hamlet of Marc, with a steep climb right from the start, followed by a good descent halfway through. The route follows dirt tracks or concrete paths.

A circular walk starting and ending on Carteret’s lively shopping street. A lovely walk offering varied scenery, between sea and land. Panoramic views over beaches and dunes. A walk through the dunes, with flora and fauna to admire. You can stop for a break at the foot of the ruins of St Germain’s Church.

This route is a return walk to see the Cascade des Anglais. Once there, you’ll find the famous waterfall and numerous natural pools where you can take a dip in the cool water.

A short walk before visiting the village of Counozouls and its craft brewery. There are a few shaded sections along the Ruisseau de Bailleurs. When we walked this route in July, crossing the stream was straightforward. After heavy rain, you may need to take off your shoes.

This route takes you through the Parc de la Grière, past the various beaches at La Tranche-sur-Mer and past the lighthouse halfway along the route. In summer, arrive early and at low tide.

A pleasant, shaded path with little foot traffic. Ideal for families, with a lovely break at the Souleuvre Viaduct site. Large picnic area with toilets, children’s play equipment, a sensory garden and bar-restaurants.

The juggler is one of the figures from the Gallo-Roman treasure found at Neuvy-en-Sulias in 1861 and displayed in the permanent exhibition in the garden adjoining the town hall. This very pleasant route offers a fine variety of landscapes typical of the Loire and Sologne regions, comprising three interwoven features: the wooded bocage and its meadows, the mixed deciduous and coniferous forest with few straight lines, and the open agricultural plain. The River Loire and the Leu stream provide a refreshing finale to the walk. A wealth of points of interest punctuate and enliven this route: a 16th-century château, the former port of Bouteille, a tile works listed as a historic monument, a windmill… The route is marked in yellow by the FFR and featured in the guidebook ‘La Sologne à pied’.

Circular route, but very accessible and easy (wide, flat paths with almost no elevation gain), starting from the Col de la Laverie, allowing you to explore the western part of the Plaine des Lacs and Lac en Huit, and finally offering a return journey with a beautiful view of Prony Bay.

A pleasant circular walk around the Torrent de la Muande, in the Séveraissette valley at Molines-en-Champsaur. Almost entirely shaded along its entire route, this walk is particularly suitable during the summer heat. The climb is fairly gentle and pleasant as far as the Cabane de Londonnière. The footpath crosses several small streams before reaching the ruined hamlet of Sellon at the bottom of the valley. The return route takes you past the enchanting site of the Cabane de Suzaire, where huge boulders in the forest lend the place a unique charm, before descending beneath the Baisses de la Juberne. A walk that allows you to discover one of the prettiest valleys in the Champsaur!

Discover the main lakes of Val Thorens in detail. On this route, you’ll pass by Lac du Thorens and Lac de la Moutière, whilst also walking alongside Lac de la Portette, before finishing at the unmissable Lac Blanc. The route offers stunning views of Val Thorens throughout.

This route is brilliant for bikes, scooters, pushchairs and wheelchairs, etc. It's well-paved and flat, with a few inclines, but they are very small.You can walk for miles or just stop and turn around.

Welcome to Neuf-Brisach, a jewel of military architecture listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the secrets of Vauban’s ingenuity by following this route to discover the fortifications. The first part of the route at the foot of the fortifications is accessible to everyone (easy), whilst the second part is more challenging, featuring stairs and a path winding along the top of the fortifications. It is not recommended for those prone to vertigo or young children.

An easy walk combining nature and history, near Épinal, mostly through woodland, on a route signposted by the Club Vosgien. During this walk, you will discover the source of the Avière, then the memorial stone erected in memory of the airmen shot down in July 1944, and further on, the Fontaine de la Couleuvre, built by the military to water their horses.

A lovely semi-circular walk along the coast. Magnificent sea views all the way to a Genoese tower offering a stunning panorama of the Sanguinaires Islands.

Until the 19th century, Rosemont Hill was cultivated using dry-stone terraces, on which vines, amongst other crops, were grown. The ‘cabordes’ served as shelters for the winegrowers. In the 20th century, these steep slopes were gradually abandoned. This walk allows you to explore the ledges, scree slopes and beautiful panoramic views over the Doubs valley, bearing witness to a landscape shaped by human hands.

Although the climb up to Rocher Hans and the statue of the Virgin Mary at its summit may not look easy, it isn’t as difficult as it seems, even for little ones. After the effort (all the same), the reward!Of course, Rocher Hans itself is inaccessible, but the various viewpoints overlooking the lake are truly magnificent.Be careful, though – the descent is a bit trickier: less steep, but more slippery in places.The final few hundred metres, along the road, are safe: the path is separated and protected by a metal and wooden guardrail.

The Lady of Cornimont – over 70 years old and weighing 12 tonnes of bronze – stands proudly at the top of her tower overlooking Cornimont. Erected in 1952, following a vow made in 1940 that the town would be spared during the hostilities, the monument was restored in 2021, and Notre-Dame has changed from a white robe to an ochre-gold one: what a rebirth!The walk starts from the small car park, situated near the Monument to the Moroccan Riflemen, and climbs to the Col du Brabant, beforebranching off towards the Roche de Minuit.The route to Notre-Dame de la Paix takes you past a sheepfold and along a few tree-lined, rather rugged paths (with plenty of ups and downs).There are beautiful panoramic views at the start, over the forested Ventron massif, and on the return journey, over the Chajoux valley, beyond La Bresse, towards Lake Lispach, the Moselotte valley between La Bresse and Cornimont, as well as the site of the Pierre des 4 Communes.

A short family walk, ideal for warming up or getting started. The route offers a beautiful view of the centre of Cornimont and the gigantic statue of Notre-Dame de la Paix, which overlooks the village from the other side of the Xoulces valley. The icing on the cake is that part of the path is lined with a few works of art.

This route offers stunning panoramic views of the Bauges and Mont Blanc on one side, and the Revard and the Albanais on the other. With an ascent and descent through the cool forest and a mountain pasture plateau at the top offering magnificent views, this route has many attractions. The route presents no technical difficulties. Note that there is a section with a cable after the Mermet chalets, which is not particularly difficult.

A walk starting from Gevrey, above the vast vineyards through the woods overlooking the Côte. You’ll discover an old tramway track – quite unusual in these parts – and paths through the woods in the valleys of the plateau, before returning via the upper reaches of the Combe Lavaux, a nature reserve.

A short circular loop that runs alongside Lake Pierre-Percée before climbing up to the village of the same name and circling the nearby castle. Also known as Château de Salm, it has been open to visitors since May 2026 following a spectacular renovation. This offers walkers and other nature lovers the chance to finally rediscover this iconic site perched above the lake.

As the title suggests, this circular walk takes you through the Thuin countryside around the village of Biesme-sous-Thuin. A few wooded sections interspersed with a mix of paths, tracks, small roads and a bit of the RAVeL route, set in the rather undulating countryside around the Biesmelle, make for a walk with scenery varied enough to break the monotony that usually sets in over long distances in the countryside.The route passes by two former railway stations and an old mill, and offers a fine view of Thuin’s belfry at the first access point to the RAVeL.

This walk offers a route starting from Bilieu town hall, taking in the village and La Véronnière (Montferrat). It is not at all difficult and offers a variety of landscapes (views of both Lake Paladru and the Valdaine) and surfaces (mainly forest paths, a walk through the Marais de la Véronnière, but also, unfortunately, a bit of tarmac).

A lovely walk along the small roads and paths around the village of Laize-Clinchamps. Several old mills can be seen along the banks of the River Laize in the Val de Laize and Val de May. There are some lovely houses built from Caen stone. You can have a picnic at the geological site (no tables provided).

This beautiful and varied hike follows ridges offering unobstructed views. The route to the summit of Pic de Cascavelier via the rocky ridge is more alpine in character but never dangerous. The exposed path, zigzagging between the rocks, sometimes requires you to use your hands. From the Croix du Curlet, you have a magnificent bird’s-eye view of the village of Saint-Véran and its valley.

A walk through a hilly, partly shaded area, passing through historic sites and ending, for the final two kilometres, by following the banks of the Blaiseron (a tributary of the Blaise). The three villages you pass through are steeped in history, and for a while you follow in the footsteps of Joan of Arc.

For what will no doubt remain a long time to come, the names of Billancourt andÎleSeguin are associated with the Renault factories, which closed their doors in 1992. Boulogne-Billancourt’s industrial and working-class past is not limited to car manufacturing but also encompasses other sectors: laundries (to which we owe the fact that no railway line runs through the town), ice works, aeronautics, telecommunications equipment, cinema and the record industry… This urban walking tour, inspired by the brochure and information panels provided by the town’s Tourist Office, aims to retrace this working-class past. It also offers an opportunity to observe how the urban landscape of a town in the Petite Couronne of Paris has changed radically over the course of a few decades.

A superb hike on the Italian side of the Col de la Lombarde, revealing magnificent high-mountain landscapes and stunning emerald-green lakes. Abundant wildlife (ibex, chamois, marmots) and flora.Please note that the ascent to the Col d’Aver includes exposed and vertiginous sections. This is why I have classified it as difficult, even though there is no real danger.This hike is therefore not recommended for children or those prone to vertigo.

An extremely easy walk on a very gentle slope. Take the ski lifts from Verbier to Ruinettes (or walk up), and you can continue to Mont-Fort by cable car. At La Chaux, the restaurant “Le Dahu”, with sun loungers and occasional entertainment (such as concerts), awaits you.

Ascent to the Dent du Chat from the Relais des Aigles. Splendid views, with 90 per cent of the walk taking place in the shade amongst the trees. Along the way, you’ll come across giant anthills shaped like large piles of fir needles, magnificent vegetation and plenty of butterflies and bumblebees. On arrival, there’s a superb view of Lake Bourget, with – in season – numerous paragliders flying overhead.

An alternative route to walkno. 2842225:the Bramont Gorges and the hamlet of La Borie. Explore the Bramont Gorges starting from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez, passing through the hamlet of La Fage and returning via Bassy. Most of the route runs through woodland. Beautiful views over the Cham des Bondons, the Echino d’Aze and one of the puechs, as well as the Truc de Balduc.