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La Houssaye-en-Brie walks
Discover three villages in the Brie region
Three small villages are marked on the map at each point of a right-angled triangle. This is an easy walk with no particular difficulties. There are no climbs, so no effort is required, and the flat countryside is full of charming little spots to discover.
From Mortcerf to Esbly via the Grand Morin valley
A hike from station to station that starts at the edge of the forest. You then cross a cultivated plateau before descending into the Grand Morin valley. The route ends between the river and canals.
Le Grand Morin de Tigeaux at the Moulin de Prémol
A country walk in the Grand Morin valley, with the mills of Coude and Prémol.
Note: actual elevation gain: approximately double the calculation, i.e. 260 m.
Avoid in wet weather.
Caution! The route has been modified at the Moulin de Prémol due to the removal of the footbridge over the railway line.
Countryside and châteaux of the Brie region
A varied walk through fields, woods and the old town, where many eras coexist.
Circular in the Crécy Forest between Villeneuve-le-Comte and Neufmoutiers-en-Brie
A beautiful circular route between two villages in the Brie region in the Forest of Crécy
Villeneuve-le-Comte loop
For centuries, the landscape of Villeneuve-le-Comte has been shaped by agricultural landscapes in a forest environment. Within a 2 km radius of the village centre, hiking trails allow us to discover the diversity and richness of these landscapes, which have been preserved to this day. This route is obviously intended for the inhabitants of the commune, who can complete the circular route in 3 hours, but there are also variants that shorten the route.
From Tournan-en-Brie to Verneuil-l'Étang via the Marsange fords
A hike from station to station, through woods and fields, criss-crossing the Marsange river. The route passes through several villages in the Brie region with a rich heritage.
Grand Morin loop starting from Guérard
The suggested loop alternates between passages near the Grand Morin through the countryside, woods and Briard hamlets with their carved stone houses. The entire route is accessible by train.
For enthusiasts, there are many horses, particularly at the horse farm.
Around La Marsange, starting from Liverdy-en-Brie
Hike from Liverdy-en-Brie via Retal, Courquetaine and La Marsange, alternating between wooded areas, farmland and urban passages, with two churches, two castles, a farm and a wash house.
Along the Yerres around Bernay-Vilbert
This walk offers views of the Yerres, a priory, two wash houses and cows, alternating between woods and fields.
From Faremoutiers to Mortcerf via the mills of Grand Morin
A hike from station to station between the Grand Morin valley and its hillsides, with a varied route through woods, fields, meadows and old orchards. It is also an opportunity to admire two of the old mills that were once scattered along the river.
The Grand Morin Walk and the Aubetin Waterfall
At the confluence of two Briard rivers, this is a bucolic hike that alternates between woodland and fields with short passages through small villages.
From Faremoutiers to Guérard via the slopes of the Grand Morin
A short hike from station to station that starts along the Grand Morin and then climbs the hillsides on its right bank. The river reappears at La Celle-sur-Morin with its old mills and charming church. The hike ends on the left bank, mainly between fields.
Circuit à partir de Voulangis
Randonnée sympathique dans le Pays Créçois, à partir de Voulangis, en passant par trois villages, le long du Grand Morin et en croisant le Ru de la Biche, avec quelques parties boisées et des terrains agricoles traversés.
Crécy-la-Chapelle
Loop starting from the pretty village of Crécy-la-Chapelle. Varied landscapes: fields, forests, villages and river, Grand Morin valley. Picnic in the village of Dammartin-sur-Tigeaux and return along the river.
From Crécy-la-Chapelle station to Meaux station via Bouleurs and Boutigny
An original route from south to north, more rural than wooded, passing through interesting villages. The zigzag route makes it easy to shorten for those intimidated by the distance: we recommend cutting from point to point, which allows you to visit all the villages along the route, reducing the distance to less than 20 km. Only the aqueduct section would then be left out.The start and finish are accessible by bus from the Chessy-Marne-la-Vallée RER-TGV station, or by train.
In the Forest of Malvoisine by the Sainte-Aubierge Chapel
Hike in the Forest of Malvoisine, starting from Mauperthuis, passing by the Chapel of Sainte-Aubierge, with its spring and wash house.
The slopes of the Grand Morin starting from Villiers
Between Villiers and Crécy, you walk along the hillsides through fields, meadows and small woods. Crécy-la-Chapelle offers views of its canal, beautiful old houses, the Church of Saint-Georges and the Moulin Saint-Martin, as well as a very pleasant walk along the Grand Morin.
From Les Saints to Paradis via the Mauvais Passage
A country walk in the Aubetin valley, via Mauperthuis, Esse, the hamlet of Paradis and Saints, with mills and the river. Lots of quiet, pleasant little roads for when the paths are too muddy.Note: The annotations (*) refer to the chapter "During the hike or nearby".
In the footsteps of Couperin from Verneuil
A bucolic hike through woods, fields, meadows and gardens, playing leapfrog with the Yerres and Ru de Bréon rivers. Two village crossings and, in Chaumes-en-Brie, a tribute to the musicians of the Couperin family and a farm with surprising architecture in the heart of the Brie region.
Circuit of the old railway line in Verneuil-l'Étang
This hike takes you through the fields and woods of the Brie region, following the old railway line that once connected the Gare de la Bastille in Paris to Marles-en-Brie, north of this route.
Loop in the Ferrières and Armanvilliers forests
The forests of Ferrières and Armainvilliers are contiguous over a very long stretch from east to west. They form the largest wooded area in eastern Paris. It is a single humid forest with very little relief, dotted with ponds. It is renowned for mushroom picking. This hike allows you to discover the tree species that make up the forest: oak (sessile and pedunculate), ash, lime, maple, cherry, service, etc.
From Mouroux to Faremoutiers via the Sainte-Aubierge Chapel
A hike from station to station that alternates between paths through fields and wooded areas. The Sainte-Aubierge Chapel is a peaceful place to stop for a break.
Around La Chapelle-Iger and the Château de Champ Gueffier
A beautiful walk in the Brie region, through fields and valleys, with stunning views. Not recommended in summer when it is very hot as there are very few trees to provide shade from the sun.
An outing is the Créçois Country
A hike through the vast open areas of the Briarde countryside with large rolling hills and views as far as the eye can see, followed by shaded areas in the valley and on the Grand Morin hillsides. Pieces of the architectural heritage along the way, churches, mills and wash-houses, make the trip that more worthwhile.
The hike can be shortened to a 15 km walk, or split into two, one 8 km and the other 12 km (see useful information).
The Gondoire Valley between Chanteloup and Conches
Discover the Vallée de la Gondoire by following the Ru de la Gondoire stream, passing through the towns of Chanteloup-en-Brie, Guermantes and Conches-sur-Gondoire. Discover the Halle des Rencontres, the Notre-Dame Church in Conches and the Parc des Cèdres.
Between Chanteloup, Montévrain and Conches-sur-Gondoire via the Bois de Chigny
A short family walk in the Gondoire Valley and Chigny Woods between Chanteloup-en-Brie and Conche-sur-Gondoire. Four kilometres from Lagny-sur-Marne, the village of Chanteloup-en-Brie is bordered by the Ru de la Gondoire and the Bois de Chigny. Its inhabitants have preserved its agricultural past through its market hall and the Ferme du Pavillon. Discover its history and heritage at Le Chant du Loup.
The fords on the Yerres
A walk where you can see horses and cross the Yerres eight times.
In the countryside around Coubert
This walk crosses the Yerres and offers views of numerous horses.
The hillsides of the Marne and Grand Morin
Hike through the valleys and hillsides of the Marne and Grand Morin rivers, including sections along the Grand Morin side canal, the Dhuis aqueduct, the Marne river and the Meaux canal in Chalifert. Beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and discovery of some heritage sites in the villages you pass through.
In the vicinity of the confluence of the Marne and the Grand Morin
A hike mostly along rivers with a connection by the slopes of the Grand Morin and Marne valleys offering beautiful views of the region. Crossing through some of the villages, including Couilly-Pont-aux-Dames and Quincy-Voisins, lets you explore some interesting elements of their architectural heritage.
Along the Chalifert Canal and then the Marne d'Esbly to Thorigny
A walk along the water, first along a canal and then along the Marne. The only elevation gain is at Côte Saint-Jacques, which the canal crosses via a tunnel. The outdoor sculptures near the Dhuys footbridge add a touch of heritage.
Around the Chalifert Canal
Discover a beautiful region with stunning views of the meandering Marne river and a few interesting sights: the Louis Braille Museum and Château de Coupvray, the Chalifert Canal vault and locks, and the Dhuis sculpture garden.
The slopes of the Marne in Dampmart
After a long walk along the banks of the Marne, this walk takes you up the hillsides on the right bank to enjoy beautiful views of the valley to the east and the Butte de Montgé to the north.
The Marne loops via Carnetin
A pleasant loop, mostly on dirt tracks, signposted from Dampmart, which takes you through the village of Carnetin and then along the Marne. On the banks of the Marne, you can observe local wildlife (squirrels, muskrats, moorhens, etc.). Discover the Vallières forest (beech trees) and the Dhuis aqueduct built under Napoleon. Beautiful views of the Marne valley.
Along the Marne from Thorigny to Noisiel
A hike dominated by water, with a long stretch along the Marne towpath and crossing two wetlands on boardwalks. After a nice touch of industrial heritage at the former Menier chocolate factory, you cross Noisiel Park on wide paths in search of some remarkable trees.
Marne loop around Thorigny and the Statues of La Dhuys
A circular walk from Lagny-Thorigny station, with a beautiful variety of landscapes. Beautiful view of the Marne valley from the cute little village of Carnetin. Chalifert tunnel and lock. And the exceptional Dhuys sculpture garden, which alone is worth the trip.