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Lévis-Saint-Nom walks
Woods, countryside and heritage around the Ru du Pommeret
Visorando Member
4.07 mi
+344 ft
-322 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lévis-Saint-Nom (Yvelines)
A short hike in the Upper Chevreuse Valley, rich in heritage and offering beautiful views of the Vallon du Pommeret and the wooded hills that surround it.
The Roselière (reed beds) of Maincourt
5.64 mi
+194 ft
-220 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lévis-Saint-Nom (Yvelines)
At the heart of the Chevreuse Valley Natural Park, a hike that allows you to wander through a protected natural site with a trail laid out by the Park. In the Bois de Maincourt, one can see ancient sandstone quarries. The course of the river Yvette, which the trail follows on the way back, finally allows a patrimonial approach with old mills and old washhouses.
Around Maincourt-sur-Yvette and Dampierre
4.49 mi
+420 ft
-394 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dampierre-en-Yvelines (Yvelines)
The first part of the hike takes in many points of interest. The second part offers a route through forest and quiet country lanes. This circuit is not recommended for young children as it includes some very steep and stony paths.
From Mesnil Saint-Denis to Chevreuse, between history and nature
12.77 mi
+499 ft
-525 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
Circular route dotted with beautiful views. You pass through forests and villages, streams and ponds, and alongside historic and remarkable sites such as Château de la Madeleine and Port Royal with its Jean Racine trail. The only difficulty is the short steep climb to Château de Chevreuse.
Tour in the north-west of the Chevreuse Valley
11.00 mi
+407 ft
-427 ft
5h 25
Easy
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
A very beautiful hike to discover the wonderful rural and natural landscape of the north-west of the Chevreuse Valley, offering a radical change of scenery from the urban and commercial area of Coignières.
Dampierre-en-Yvelines route via the Rouillon de Valence
3.72 mi
+233 ft
-233 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Dampierre-en-Yvelines (Yvelines)
This short route alternates between forest paths and paths along fields, following a small stream called Rouillon de Valence. It ends with a return to Dampierre-en-Yvelines in front of the château and its majestic park.
From Coignières to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
9.44 mi
+203 ft
-509 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
Hike along the Yvette river, with its wash houses, passing by the Château de la Madeleine. The route also passes through a forest in a former sandstone quarry.
From Coignières to Villiers-Saint-Frédéric through the Yvelines
11.61 mi
+466 ft
-751 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
This is the thirty-fourth and final stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11. It starts in Coignières and ends in Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, where the radial section of the GR® coming from Paris meets the circular section, which will therefore be completed here. The route follows, more or less closely, the course of the Mauldre River, passing through Bazoches-sur-Guyonne, Mareil-le-Guyon and Neauphle-le-Vieux.
Étang des Noës and Champ Garnier Forest in Mesnil-Saint-Denis
4.94 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
A walk between ponds, country lanes and forest, passing through the small town of Mesnil-Saint-Denis.
This hike is accessible to all. It takes you through a variety of places with lovely views.
Please note that there is virtually no shade for two-thirds of the route between the points (1) and (6), so it is best to avoid it in very hot weather.
The tour of the Étang des Noës and a detour into the Port Royal Forest
4.10 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
A walk between the new town and the forest. The Étang des Noés is home to many birds that nest in the reeds on its banks. After walking around the pond, the more adventurous can take an easy stroll through the forest.
Loop of the Yvette spring
5.89 mi
+456 ft
-486 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Les Essarts-le-Roi (Yvelines)
Loop around the source of the Yvette at Les Essarts-le-Roy.
Walk in the greenery of Élancourt
3.66 mi
+36 ft
-33 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Élancourt (Yvelines)
A walk in a green setting and beside a peaceful little lake in the middle of Élancourt (on the border with Maurepas). Combine it with a visit to the Commanderie des Templiers de la Villedieu and, why not, a visit to France Miniature, which is right next door.
Between Senlisse and Choisel
4.16 mi
+417 ft
-397 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Senlisse (Yvelines)
Hike along steep paths then through the narrow streets of a picturesque village.
Cernay through woods and valleys
15.15 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,073 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Cernay-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A hike with varied landscapes. The route is mainly through the undergrowth of a beautiful forest with sections along the riverbank.
07/08/2023 Moderator's note: hike modified at point 2 to avoid private property.
From the old sandpit to the waters
3.12 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Auffargis (Yvelines)
Starting from the car park at the old sandpit, walk slightly uphill through the forest, then downhill along a stream, past the farm and continue along the stream.
Les Vaux de Cernay and the old quarries
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.48 mi
+266 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Senlisse (Yvelines)
Near Rambouillet, the Vaux de Cernay offer many pleasant walks. The one suggested here gives a good overview of the site’s variety: ponds and wetlands, a passage through a sandstone boulder field and through the old quarries. This walk is enjoyable in all seasons.
On the hillside in the Bois de Maurepas
2.60 mi
+184 ft
-194 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Maurepas (Yvelines)
You will cross from one side of the small valley to the other, where the Ru de la Courance flows, and on the opposite side you will follow a hillside route amongst mainly oak and chestnut trees, as well as ferns and heather in season. You will have the opportunity to walk alongside the Bassin de la Courance, either close by or at a distance.
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