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La Vacherie walks
Route around Hondouville
Start and finish at Impasse des Acacias to discover the Iton Valley.
Circular route between the Iton, the plain and the forest, starting from La Vacherie Verdun.
A lovely walk between plains and forests, with beautiful churches to admire along the way.A very pleasant place to have lunch.
The trails of the Iton
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.
The extended Les Roches route
This hike is mainly in the woods and should be done in hot weather.
The Heudreville-sur-Eure circuit
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.
Acquigny circular route
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.
History and nature in Pinterville
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.
The hillsides of Heudebouville
Heudebouville offers exceptional natural sites such as the hillsides that form a protected area known as a ZNIEFF (Zone Naturelle d'Intérêt Écologique, Faunistique et Floristique) from Saint-Pierre-du-Vauvray. Explore the many ponds and springs located on the plateau, as well as its island known as "Lormais". The village's architectural heritage will surprise you with its priory on the banks of the Seine and its splendid bread oven at the start of the hike.
The hillsides and forest of Saint-Michel
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.
The Iton, the greenway and the ‘échelettes’ in Évreux
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.
Between the churches of La Haye-Malherbe and Terres de Bord
A walk starting from La Haye-Malherbe, alternating between small village roads and farm tracks. Passes close to the beautiful churches of La Haye-Malherbe and Montaure, now part of Terres de Bord.
The bird coast at Fontaine-Bellenger
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.
Ascension of the Côte Blanche through Évreux
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.
The circular Hirondelles loop starting from Autheuil-Authouillet
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.
The Quatre Bancs crossroads in the Bord-Louviers Forest
Autumn hike in a forest environment, mainly consisting of large avenues called forest roads. The avenues and paths are covered with a carpet of russet, ochre and golden leaves. The air is cooler, ideal for walking, filled with the smells of damp earth, mushrooms and wood.
Circular in the Bord-Louviers forest
Circular loop in the Bord-Louviers forest via the old Route d'Elbeuf. This is a season when the forest seems both alive and peaceful, with animals bustling about before winter, mushrooms sprouting from the ground and trees losing their leaves.
Panoramic views around Vironvay
An easy hike that starts along the banks of the Seine, where the reflections are magnificent, especially the typical bridge of Saint-Pierre-du-Vauvray.
Then, a very gentle climb into the forest leads to the village of Heudebouville and then the splendid panorama of Vironvay over the villages, hillsides, bridge, Château-Gaillard, meanders of the Seine, etc.
Along the way, there are frequent small panoramas for those who wish to linger and take in the view.
Circular between Caugé and Parville
A route through the countryside, plains and forests, where you may encounter wildlife if you approach it in the right way.
The Bord-Louviers Forest
You will pass through forest tracks and paths across fields, allowing you to discover different species of trees and, if you’re lucky, deer or wild boar. There are plenty of birds here. Please be aware of hunting seasons.
The Crestot tour
A pleasant, flat walk that will allow you to discover the back of the properties in this small village in the Neubourg plain.
Venables marina and lake
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.
From the Seine to the Notre-Dame de Bellegarde viewpoint
A hike rich in heritageSuperb listed watermill spanning a branch of the Seine.Roche à Tête d'Homme guiding the way to the ND de Bellegarde viewpoint located on a rocky outcrop offering a splendid panorama of one of the most beautiful circulars in the Seine, with a view of Château Gaillard on the hill opposite.A striking Romanesque church with a tower featuring arrow slits.Splendid estate at the Château des Buspins.Imposing church with a neo-Romanesque Poitou façade.
Two mills, three churches and two islands in a circular loop of the Seine
A route along a circular bend in the Seine, right by the river, then through quarries and farmland, a section along a cliff edge, views of the river beyond Château Gaillard and a return via two islands...
Four listed monuments along the route, including the two water mills and two of the three churches...
From the banks of the Seine to the hillsides of Vauvray
A pleasant, varied walk offering the chance to discover an impressive architectural heritage. A stroll along the banks of the Seine with a soothing atmosphere before reaching the hillsides of Vauvray, which offer lovely views.
Dué route in Saint-Germain-de-Pasquier
L'Oison was formerly known as Le Bec, Le Becquet (from the Norse bekkr meaning stream), but also Le Dué or Douet (from the Celtic four meaning running water). Discover beautiful Norman houses as well as around twenty species of wild orchids growing in the valley, which is classified as a natural area of faunistic and floristic interest.
The Fontaine Sainte-Clothilde, a miraculous spring, was for a long time a popular place of pilgrimage for the healing of all kinds of ailments. It is said that it gave strength to children who were slow to walk, who were then immersed in the very cold water of the spring.
The Ruaux route
An easy flat route that is suitable for children, on foot or by bike. Along the way, you will come across several ponds where it is not uncommon to see ducks and herons.
Andé circular in Herqueville
Hike from Herqueville, passing through Andé with a stop at the Andé Mill and behind Louis Renault's property.
From Sainte-Christine Church to Notre-Dame Church
Set among plains, fields and forests, this family hike is ideal for nature lovers. In spring, beautiful wild daffodils appear along the grassy path, delighting young and old alike. Later in the season, the blossoming orchards remind you that you are in Normandy!
The Dolmen de la Pierre Courcoulée in the Évreux Forest
A mainly forest route that also includes a country path along the Sec Iton and leads to a well-preserved Neolithic dolmen.
Picturesque villages in a little corner of the Normandy Vexin
A walk through three charming villages: Herqueville, Andé (and its Rue du Moulin) and then Connelles, allowing you to discover their remarkable architectural heritage.
The woods and paths through the rolling countryside, as well as the hill offering panoramic views of the Seine and the Étangs de Poses, are an added bonus to this lovely walk.
Around Connelles
Take a stroll through this village on the banks of the Seine, where a few curiosities await you: its church and its 15th-century mill, of which only the pillars date back to that period. This village is unique in that it has unusual dwellings known as troglodytes. Its hillsides overlooking the Seine are crossed by theGR® 2 hiking trail and are listed in the Natura 2000 programme and classified as an Important Bird Area (IBA).
The trails of Val-de-Reuil
This walk offers a variety of landscapes from the Seine-Eure region. The banks of the Eure, old villages and the modern town of Val-de-Reuil. Near the Bord-Louviers National Forest, you’ll follow forest paths through 4,500 hectares of deciduous and coniferous woodland. The starting point is at Val-de-Reuil station (Paris–Rouen–Le Havre line). Ideal for walkers without a car.
Circular route in the Oison Valley starting from Saint-Pierre-des-Fleurs
Nestled in the heart of Roumois, in the Eure department, this hike connects the charming villages of Saint-Pierre-des-Fleurs, Le Bec-Thomas, Saint-Ouen-de-Pontcheuil and Saint-Amand-des-Hautes-Terres. Between green valleys, hedgerow paths and the peaceful banks of the Oison, the route offers an authentic immersion in the Normandy countryside. Along the trails, alternating between quiet country roads and wilder passages, you will discover a discreet rural heritage and open landscapes typical of Roumois.
The Saint-Louis Collegiate Church and the small town hall of Saint-Germain-de-Pasquier
Starting from La Saussaye, the path quickly opens up onto alternating undergrowth and small country lanes. The route allows you to enjoy a peaceful, green rural environment. After a pleasant warm-up, you reach Saint-Germain-de-Pasquier, a charming Norman village known for having the smallest town hall in France: with a surface area of around 8 m² (2.7 metres by 3), it is indeed one of the smallest town halls in France, listed in the Guinness Book of Records. It is housed in the former Sainte-Clotilde chapel, which was deconsecrated at the beginning of the 20th century and converted by a naval architect accustomed to small spaces. A short photo break is a must before continuing on to the Saint-Louis Collegiate Church, a beautiful building whose architecture combines simplicity and elegance.
The Valley of the Crows
This is a short, varied route, where you will pass some beautiful Norman houses, an old church and a farmhouse inn dating from the 13th century. Half on tarmac, half on paths, this route is not very difficult, even if the hill leading to the D830 puts hikers' calves to the test!