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Méricourt (Yvelines) walks
Lake Moisson, starting from Méricourt
A walk through two villages, exploring local heritage, with some lovely views, winding through fields, meadows and small woods, alongside the River Seine and Lake Moisson-Lavacourt.
N.B. The walk around Lake Moisson is only possible when entry to the leisure centre is free (see practical information).
Between two bends of the Seine from Freneuse
Right from the start, this walk offers beautiful views of the woods of Bonnières-sur-Seine. As you pass through Rolleboise, you’ll be treated to a succession of superb panoramic views of the Seine and the Ilon basin. Near Méricourt, you’ll see the lock and other views of the river, then at Freneuse, you’ll discover views of the Seine cliffs on the opposite bank.
The port of L’Ilon from Guernes
A route to explore the Sandrancourt ponds, the Flicourt nature reserve and the banks of the Seine
Loop around Guernes
During your walk, you will follow the Seine and one of its branches, as well as waterways that are home to various species of birds.
A short tour of the village of Guernes is also planned.
From Bonnières-sur-Seine to Gommecourt via La Roche-Guyon
A hike in the Vexin Regional Nature Park starting from Bonnières-sur-Seine, passing through Port Saint-Nicolas, La Roche-Guyon, the Faïence Garden and the Coteaux de la Seine Nature Reserve.
From Bonnières to Vernon via Giverny
Follow in the footsteps of Claude Monet, considered one of the founders of Impressionism, on a hike from station to station along the Seine and its hillsides. Beautiful views punctuate the route. Halfway along the route, there are several possible visits in Giverny, where the painter lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926. At the end of the hike, the collegiate church of Vernon is worth a detour.
Discover the Belvédère de Châtillon kiosk in the Rosny forest
This walk through various parts of the Rosny Regional Forest will take you to the Châtillon viewpoint, where you can discover a kiosk dating from the 1900 World’s Fair.You’ll discover some lovely views over the Mantois region, but above all you’ll appreciate this rich natural environment.
From Clachaloze to Tripleval
A short walk that takes you along the Seine before climbing up above the cliffs to enjoy the views over the circular Moisson bend
The Vétheuil Dome
A walk between the Seine Valley and the Bois du Chesnay to discover the Vétheuil Dome, the only remaining vestige of a German airfield from theSecond World War.
The Îlon Basin and the Bois de la Garenne
A hike with varied landscapes, in the hollow of a bend in the Seine: views of the river banks, a vast stretch of water, a nature reserve and bird observatories, cultivated plains and, finally, a pleasant walk through the Bois de la Garenne.
From Rosny-sur-Seine to Bonnières-sur-Seine through the woods
A walk from station to station through the Rosny-sur-Seine Regional Forest, the Bois Boutilliers, the Vallée des Prés and the Houssaye, during which you’ll also discover some beautiful views and heritage sites.
A circular loop around the Forest of Rosny
A hilly route through the forest and its edges, with a viewpoint over the Seine and memories of Henry IV and Sully.
Circular route starting from La Roche-Guyon
A varied route offering the chance to explore La Roche-Guyon and its surroundings via little-known paths.
Forest, castle and view of the circular Seine at La Roche-Guyon
Starting from the foot of the castle, climb along the cliff, walk through the forest and enjoy a beautiful view of the circular bends in the Seine. On the way back, explore the village.
The circular loop from the keep at La Roche-Guyon
A circular route around La Roche-Guyon that takes you to the foot of the keep and offers some lovely views.
Walk along the Seine in the Moisson loop
A short walk that starts on a shaded path and ends along the Seine with beautiful views of the chalk cliffs on the opposite bank.
The Moisson Loop Nature Reserve
Nestled in a bend of the Seine, the Moisson nature reserve offers a guaranteed change of scenery! Alternating between forest and moorland trails, this short hike should appeal to nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet.
Moisson Forest Circular Walk
After walking through the Moisson Forest, you’ll be treated to a beautiful view of the keep at the Château de la Roche-Guyon. Then, as you walk along the Seine, you’ll enjoy the view of the Seine Hills Nature Reserve on the opposite bank.
The hillsides of the Seine via Chérence
A route that crosses the Roche-Guyon Regional Forest, descends into the Epte valley before returning via the village of Chérence to the Coteaux de la Seine Nature Reserve, with its views over the valley.
Please note! This route cannot be done between1 March and 30 June, as access to the nature reserve is prohibited during this period.
The banks of the Seine starting from Haute-Isle
This circular route along the banks of the Seine will take you past the region’s many cave dwellings, through some lovely woodland and along a short stretch beside the Seine.
The route could probably be improved, particularly on the return leg, which, for my liking, follows the D913 a bit too closely; unfortunately, I wasn’t able to stay along the banks of the Seine.