The ponds of Grez-sur-Loing and the banks of the Loing

Take a loop around the Étang de la Clarette, with a short historical walk along the Loing and through the wonderful village of Gretz-sur-Loing. Very pleasant, with unforgettable views along the Loing.

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 7.31 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 05 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 8 m
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    Descent: - 8 m

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    Highest point: 65 m
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    Lowest point: 54 m

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Description of the walk

Park on the road between Montcourt-Fromonville and Gretz-sur-Loing, after crossing the bridge, continue on the D40d for about 500 m, leave the road on the right leading to Tacots des Lacs, the car park is 200 m on the right.

(S) Go around the Étang de la Clarette on the right. Follow the path along the small railway line. This path is marked in yellow.

(1) It turns left as it leaves the railway line. At the first crossroads, continue straight ahead.
You will cross the D40d, a fairly busy road. Take the path opposite. This path leads to Route de Gretz, which you take on the right. There is a footpath along this road.

(2) At the first road on the right (Route du Camping), cross this road and enter the park between the bridge and the road on the right. From the small park, follow the Loing River on the right. The view of the Loing River is magnificent.
Leave the park and take the road to the campsite on the left.
When you reach the D40d, turn left and cross the Loing bridge. Take the first road on the right, which overlooks the Moulin de la Fosse (3). The place is magnificent, unfortunately well hidden by its wall and bushes, but the view is beautiful.

We turn around and follow theGR®13B, which enters Gretz sur Loing via Rue Romain Renoult. Continue slightly to the left along Rue Wilson, which leads to a beautiful church (Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Laurent) (4).

We turn around again and head right, 100 metres further on, to Ruelle de la Tour de Ganne. Pass at the foot of the Tour de Ganne (5), where you will find explanations.

(6) At the crossroads, take the old bridge on the right. Don't forget to look at the gardens, the tower, the bridge and the Loing.

At the end of the bridge (2), take the path on the right. Continue straight ahead and take the first path on the left. You will arrive at theGR®13B, marked in white and red, which you take to the right.

(7) Take the first path on the left. We cross the Bois aux Pichons.
When you reach the D40d, cross and take the parallel path on the left, which will take you back to the car park.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 57 m - Parking is available on the road between Montcourt-Fromonville
  2. 1 : km 0.87 - alt. 56 m - The path turns left
  3. 2 : km 2.23 - alt. 57 m - Park on the banks of the - Loing (le)
  4. 3 : km 3.08 - alt. 63 m - Moulin de la Fosse
  5. 4 : km 3.9 - alt. 61 m - Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Laurent Church
  6. 5 : km 4.04 - alt. 61 m - Ganne Tower
  7. 6 : km 4.11 - alt. 60 m - Old bridge over the Loing
  8. 7 : km 5.66 - alt. 57 m - To the left towards the Bois aux Pichons
  9. S/E : km 7.31 - alt. 57 m - Parking is available on the road between Montcourt-Fromonville

Worth a visit

(2) Park along the Loing: observe the arches of the old bridge, the view of some beautiful houses and the banks of the Loing.
(3) Moulin de la Fosse, well hidden by its wall, but with a little peep, climb up the road opposite for a view of the beautiful garden.
(4) The Church of Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Laurent was the church of a priory dependent on Saint-Jean-le-Vif de Sens. It dates from the 12th century and contains several 16th-century tombs.
(5) Tour de Ganne, the wash house, the gardens - The Tour de Ganne was built by Louis VI in 1127, at the same time as the castle.
(6) Bridge over the Loing: The bridge over the Loing in Grez-sur-Loing is a medieval bridge spanning the Loing, a tributary of the left bank of the Seine. Built between the 12th and 14th centuries, it has been destroyed several times since. It was rebuilt in 1980, identical to the original. The bridge has inspired artists such as Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, Kuroda and Carl Larsson, who have painted it from every angle.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 35 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.5 / 5
Bruno9593
Bruno9593

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : Yes

This hike is particularly interesting in its first half: a tour around the lake, beautiful views and a chance to explore the village.
The second part takes you through uninteresting undergrowth.

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catmars
catmars

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Nice village, but we would have liked to visit more lakes.

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Pecheur23
Pecheur23

Hello
I'm waiting for good weather to go hiking around the Grez-sur-Loing lakes and find out about fishing in the lakes
Best regards
Jean Terrade

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Antier
Antier

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant short walk along the banks of the Loing and through the pretty village of Grez.
Thank you.

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randofrance
randofrance

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 27, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike and discovery of the village of Grez. Do not follow the GR13B, which no longer exists
At the start, facing the lace, turn right

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felix catus
felix catus

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

easy and pleasant parish-specific walk in Brittany
a pleasant walk to aid digestion
Grez-sur-Loing is charming and interesting to visit

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Aligator7730
Aligator7730

Hello,
I know Grez sur Loing well as I live there and help with the signposting.
In this regard, I wanted to let you know that the GR13B has been removed and the markers have been taken down in Grez and towards Nemours, so please do not consider it as a guide anymore.

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Améthyste
Améthyste

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 14, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Grez-sur-Loing is a very pretty village.
The banks of the Loing are magnificent.
Due to the drought, the ponds were dry, but the route around them is pleasant.
The route is surrounded by nature and allows you to visit the village and its various sites that are worth seeing (Old Bridge, Tower, Church, narrow streets, etc.)
An easy route for families.

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claudepicq
claudepicq

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 31, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely little circuit, well laid out, but the rain spoiled the experience a little.

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jpboisset
jpboisset

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 24, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very nice itinerary. A wonderful discovery

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Topif
Topif

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 27, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb hike for the whole family, Grez-sur-Loing is a very pretty village that is definitely worth a visit. Finish off your hike with a picnic by the water – what more could you ask for?
Thank you

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Michel H4.
Michel H4.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 31, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

An excellent compromise between country walks and village culture. My only regret is that the waterwheel in Aube is closed, but perhaps that's due to the lockdown

in any case, thank you

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chicadepanama
chicadepanama

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 31, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb walk. Very easy. The light on the pond in the morning is magnificent for photographers. Lots of wild geese, forests and villages. Pack a picnic and off you go!

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Michel H4.
Michel H4.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 25, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The hike was quicker than indicated, and we are not particularly fast walkers.

otherwise, there was a very good balance between culture and forest for 45 minutes, and the village was very historic with its 11th-century church and ruins. What's more, it was a secluded walk during this period of lockdown easing

thank you

best regards

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Fran91
Fran91

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 18, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

No change

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