La Croix-Saint-Leufroy walks

Following the course of the River Eure and winding through the valley, this peaceful walk offers a variety of viewpoints, allowing you to discover the many facets of this valley where Marcel Pagnol and his wife fell in love at first sight with an old mill.

This is a varied, not particularly difficult hike, which takes you on a circular route starting from the village of Auteuil-Authouillet, passing through Sainte-Colombe-près-Vernon and Champenard. Of the 11.6 km of this hike: - 3.4 km are in the woods, - 4.7 km are in meadows/plains - and 3.5 km are on roads.

A pleasant walk with some beautiful views and a very nice section along a fishing estate. A good route for exploring this pretty corner of the Eure.

Lac de Longlais attracts many walkers and it is very easy to park in the large tree-lined car park. There is a picnic area and a playground by the lake.

A lovely walk between plains and forests, with beautiful churches to admire along the way.A very pleasant place to have lunch.

Discover a multifaceted site located on the banks of a river where the lapping of its various branches reveals the remains of mills that were once very common here. The hillsides offer magnificent views of the Eure and Iton valleys. Explore the forest where some unusual inhabitants await you, whether animal or plant, such as certain trees with outstretched branches.

This walk will allow you to discover Acquigny’s rich heritage, the lapping of the water along the Becdal and the picturesque charm of the manor house beside it. You’re sure to come across a few animals along the way.

The Bois Ricard is home to many remarkable species and several habitats of European interest. Although the name of the course might raise a slight smile, it is named after a woodland that you will enjoy exploring in the Eure valley. Ideal in all seasons, you’ll enjoy both the charm of the village of Acquigny and the palette of colours offered by unspoilt nature.

This route allows you to alternate between the agricultural landscapes of the plateau and the charm of the hillsides. After exploring the Seine and the beautiful residences that line it, you will appreciate the panoramic views as you climb. Then set off to discover the charming village of Venables, its history and its architectural heritage.

Recipe for a lovely walk: take a pinch of forest paths, sprinkle with a few stretches of a wild riverbank, and add a dash of culture and heritage. The result is the Maladrerie route, an ideal route for families. Short and easy, it winds through the hills and woods of Gravigny before returning to the town by following the River Iton to the Maladrerie Saint-Nicolas. The leprosarium is one of the few still in existence in Normandy. It is not open to visitors, but is listed on the register of Historic Monuments. In the12th century, the lepers themselves carried out the work in the fields and cared for the sick.

Heudebouville offers exceptional natural sites, such as the hillsides which, stretching from Saint-Pierre-du-Vauvray, form an area classified as a Natural Area of Ecological, Faunistic and Floristic Interest (ZNIEFF). Set off to explore the many ponds and springs on the plateau, as well as its island known as ‘Lormais’. The village’s architectural heritage is sure to surprise you, with its “priory” on the banks of the Seine, as well as its splendid bread oven at the start of the walk.

This walk reveals a charming village with a rural character, its church, castle and pretty houses. Set off to explore its enchanting plains, hillsides and forests, while photographing the flora and fauna of the undergrowth and the multitude of varieties of wild orchids nestled in the ditches at the edge of the forest.

A pleasant walk from Venables combining passages through woods, along the banks of the Seine, lakes and plains.An easy hike with just a slight incline, enough to offer some very pretty views.

A long walk through the countryside, this route offers incredible views of a circular bend in the Seine valley. Take the time to stop and enjoy a moment of tranquillity in this idyllic setting. During the walk, you’ll come across the remains of a bygone era: a feudal motte, likely built in the 11th century, the remnants of a medieval fortification. The Venables motte provided a vantage point overlooking the circular Seine bend, commanding a view of the river. To the south, the structure was complemented by a farmyard featuring a well.

Discover the small Norman town of Évreux along the banks of its river, the Iton, which is beautifully showcased in the town centre. The walk then takes you up to the heights, offering beautiful panoramic views of the town and the valley.

This route offers a short tour of the hillsides of Saint-Michel, with a bird's eye view of Evreux, followed by a discovery of the Forest of Saint-Michel.

At the gateway to Normandy, Évreux is a city steeped in history and culture, surrounded by forests and charming valleys. A hike through the undergrowth, rivers and panoramic views of the Côte Valeme and Côte Blanche hillsides, then along the banks of the Iton with its old wash houses.