Léry (Eure) walks

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.

Discover an exceptional walk around the Lac des Deux Amants and the Côte des Deux Amants, a route that will immerse you in the heart of enchanting and varied landscapes. First thing in the morning, let yourself be captivated by the serenity of the lake’s waters, reflecting the first light of day. The path will then lead you towards the Seine, where a footbridge over the dam and the lock offers a unique view of the river. The climb up the Côte des Deux Amants will reveal breathtaking panoramic views of the Seine valley and the lake. The route continues along the hillside, offering spectacular views at every turn. Finally, the return journey along the shaded and peaceful towpath, running alongside the banks of the Seine, will be a real breath of fresh air. This walk, combining unspoilt nature and history, is a must for lovers of the great outdoors and wonderful discoveries.

The 2 Lovers' hike.

An easy walk combining riverside paths and lovely tree-lined avenues, sometimes running between buildings – in fact, very pleasant.

Circuit around the water: lakes, ponds and river. This walk begins by crossing the Seine via a footbridge that passes over the locks and the Poses dam. It then goes around the Lac des Deux Amants and the Lac du Mesnil, where numerous birds, including waterfowl, add to the charm of these lakeside landscapes. Finally, the return to the banks of the Seine takes you past splendid houses built from local stone and faces the chalk cliffs.

A pleasant short hike of about ten kilometres along the banks of the Andelle and the Seine. Crossing the Léry Poses outdoor recreation centre and on the banks of Biotropica.

This walk follows the Eure on both banks from Pont-de-l'Arche, then crosses the village of Léry and continues into the Bord forest. It returns via Les Damps, offering the opportunity to visit the charming village of Pont-de-l'Arche. Please note that this walk is partly impassable during periods of flooding.

Nestled between the Seine and the hills of Normandy, Les Damps and the Bord-Louviers forest offer the ideal setting for a nature walk. With its wooded paths, peaceful views and forest atmosphere, this route is perfect for relaxing and discovering unspoilt natural heritage. It's the ideal walk for getting away from it all and enjoying the peace and quiet of the region.

Walk along the Côte des Deux Amants. Magnificent view of one of the circular bends in the Seine

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.

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).

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.

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.

Hike from Herqueville, passing through Andé with a stop at the Andé Mill and behind Louis Renault's property.

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.

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.

The walk begins in a lovely forest near Daubeuf-près-Vatteville. The route ends on the plateau with a magnificent view of the Seine Valley.

An invigorating hike with remarkable views overlooking the Seine, the Poses-Léry leisure centre and Pont de l'Arche. Pass close to three 17th-century châteaux: the Manoir de Senneville, the Manoir de Canteloup and the Château des Deux Amants, the setting for the legend of Raoul de Bonnemare and Mathilde. Stroll along the Seine for 1,500 metres. Final stroll along the Andelle and the mills of Romilly-sur-Andelle.

Walk around Ymare with a short circular loop to extend the route.

Walk around the village through the woods and the ecological garden. Take a break to read at the end of the route, at the largest second-hand bookshop in the region.

A flat walk, apart from a short climb at the start of the route. Sections on paths through fields or along the edges of woods. A short walk through the woods and passing through villages make this a very pleasant walk.

A countryside route around six villages, mainly following paths and a few minor roads. You can therefore start from any of these six villages.

An easy walk, mostly through woodland: ideal for escaping the heatwave. It does happen, even in Normandy!

A lovely little walk, full of flowers in spring, through fields planted with cherry trees and villages. You can admire the view over Sotteville-sous-le-Val and the beautifully maintained houses and gardens in Les Authieux-sur-le-Port-Saint-Ouen.

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...

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.

This route is suitable for all levels as the outward and return journeys follow the same route, so you can turn back at any time! The starting point is near the Jonquemare pond in Neuville-Chant-d'Oisel. Passing through the Longboël forest, you will go through the Parc des Flotteaux, the Guinguette des Écluses, the dam and the Lac des Deux Amants.

Country lanes and forest paths take you to the semi-troglodytic Saint-Adrien chapel, passing through the village of Belbeuf where you can admire the castle and its polygonal dovecote.

Starting from the Clos Démont housing estate, this 9 km hike will take you along various paths in La Neuville-Chant-d'Oisel. You can take a break at the pond on Rue Saint-Autin, in the Lotissement des Beaux Repaires park, or on the Promenade du Clos Démont. Along the way, you will also see the Château Jacques Anquetil. You can shorten this route at any time by taking Rue des Andelys towards the town hall.

A pleasant walk, mostly through the forest, to see three remarkable trees and discover the panorama of La Roche Fouet, site of the ruins of the old Fouet castle.The start and end of the route are along the banks of the Seine.

A walk with varied landscapes: countryside, forests, abbey and the banks of the Andelle.

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 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.

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 short hike in the Andelle Valley to discover its rich heritage. Two castles, an abbey and the remains of a spinning mill with striking architecture punctuate this route. Pretty wooded paths, particularly the one that runs along the walls of Bonnemare Castle, and the rolling countryside as you leave Douville-sur-Andelle, add to the charm of this walk.