Lumigny-Nesles-Ormeaux walks

A slightly hilly hike through fields and woods, not forgetting the Yerres and its pond.

Comprising three villages and three hamlets, this commune is located about 50 kilometres east of Paris. The village of Lumigny is situated at the foot of a sand hill, similar in nature to the Butte de Doue.

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.

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.

This circular allows you to enjoy the beautiful forests, mainly oak, of the Crécy Forest. Three-quarters of the route is in the woods, while the rest takes you through two charming villages, each with a remarkable castle and an elegant church. A few other points of interest are indicated, including the memorial to the poet Étienne Jodelle (1532-1573), a contemporary of the much better-known Pierre Ronsard. The forest was very lively when I visited (at the end of December): despite a large wild boar hunt in progress, I saw three deer (in three different places) and a fox. The GPX track can be very useful in the forest, given the various changes in direction.

A hike from station to station that takes us from the Morin rivers area to the Brie plateau. After a long stretch through the Crécy Forest, the route alternates between fields and woods, with beautiful heritage sites in Les Égrefins and in the centre of Tournan.

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.

This walk offers views of the Yerres, a priory, two wash houses and cows, alternating between woods and fields.

A varied walk through fields, woods and the old town, where many eras coexist.

Hike in the Forest of Malvoisine, starting from Mauperthuis, passing by the Chapel of Sainte-Aubierge, with its spring and wash house.

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".

Country walk around Grand Morin and its villages.

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.

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.

At the confluence of two Briard rivers, this is a bucolic hike that alternates between woodland and fields with short passages through small villages.

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.

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.

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.