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Nemours walks
From Nemours to Montigny, following the Loing river closely.
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9.35 mi
+131 ft
-66 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-lès-Nemours (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station that starts along the Canal du Loing and the river that gave it its name. A circular hike around the Étang de la Clarette allows you to observe numerous birds before admiring the rich heritage of the commune of Grez-sur-Loing. The hike ends mainly through fields.
From Nemours to Souppes-sur-Loing along the canal
8.76 mi
+118 ft
-108 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-lès-Nemours (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station that mainly follows the towpath of the Canal Loing. Before reaching the canal, you cross a municipal park and a small maze of rocks. Along the way, the canal's surroundings become increasingly bucolic and reveal an interesting industrial heritage.
From the Grottes du Loup to the Troglodyte and the Gros Monts
4.63 mi
+253 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Nemours (Seine-et-Marne)
Poligny Forest, at the southern end of the Fontainebleau Forest. A hike of less than 8 km, alternating between rocky and flat terrain. Discover a beautiful panorama of the Loing Valley. A very shaded circuit.
The Tonne Valley and the Sea of Sand
4.41 mi
+180 ft
-167 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Nemours (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy hike in the Nemours National Forest. The path is very sandy and almost always in the shade. In autumn, at the end of the hike, between Les Brulis and La Mer de Sable, if the heather is in bloom, you can enjoy a beautiful rocky landscape.
From station to station: Bagneaux-sur-Loing to Nemours via the Rochers de Beauregard
11.03 mi
+548 ft
-558 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bagneaux-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A very varied walk, with the first third through a beautiful forest, then a landscape that gradually becomes more varied, with rocks strongly reminiscent of those at Fontainebleau. There is also a very beautiful plateau and large sandy hollows.
There is the option of a visit, en route, to the Museum of Prehistory and, towards the end of the route, the old town of Nemours with its castle, the branches of the Loing and its canal.
The paths and trails are mainly on well-drained sandy ground, so they are not muddy, even after rain. Most sections are well signposted,GR® or PR®.
The Faÿ-lès-Nemours Polissoirs Trail
7.99 mi
+315 ft
-302 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Faÿ-lès-Nemours (Seine-et-Marne)
In the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors, this hike takes you to no fewer than eight sites with polishers, blocks of abrasive stone (here sandstone) that were used to shape everyday tools and weapons.
The trail was designed and signposted by the Pays de Nemours Community of Communes.
Around the Étang de la Clarette
2.66 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Grez-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A short stroll around this charming lake, home to swans, green-necked ducks and many other migratory birds when the time comes. Photographers, get your cameras ready...
The ponds of Grez-sur-Loing and the banks of the Loing
4.54 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Grez-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
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.
Poligny – Dordives Bridge via the GR®13
12.28 mi
+427 ft
-482 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Poligny (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
On the way to Santiago de Compostela from Fontainebleau via theGR®®13, to join the Via Lemovicensis at Vézelay.
From Bourron-Marlotte to Bois-le-Roi through the Forest of Fontainebleau
18.17 mi
+725 ft
-679 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bourron-Marlotte (Seine-et-Marne)
A south-to-north traverse of the Forest of Fontainebleau, from station to station! The long route showcases all aspects of this vast forest: high forests of various species, heathland plateaus, ponds, sweeping views and, of course, rocky outcrops.
N.B. Due to the winding paths through the rocky sections, the distance and elevation gain are likely underestimated: expect around 30km and between 300 and 400m of elevation gain.
From Bourron-Marlotte to Montigny-sur-Loing via the Rocher des Étroitures
8.71 mi
+699 ft
-686 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bourron-Marlotte (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station in the south-east of the Forest of Fontainebleau. In addition to passing through two pretty villages, the start and end of this route follow good forest paths. In between, you follow trails that wind through rocky terrain, with several beautiful viewpoints, the lovely Mare aux Fées and the Grotte Béatrix.
From Bourron-Marlotte to Nemours via Dame Jouanne
14.00 mi
+558 ft
-577 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Bourron-Marlotte (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, mainly through forest, crossing the rocky chaos of Maunoury, Dame Jouanne and Éléphant, which are every bit as impressive as those in the neighbouring Fontainebleau Forest. The village of Larchant, with its church and a few old houses, adds a superb touch of heritage.
In the Massif de la Dame Jouanne
5.84 mi
+430 ft
-407 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Larchant (Seine-et-Marne)
Beautiful walk in the Dame Jouanne massif with magnificent views and a few curiosities.
Commanderie National Forest
5.57 mi
+394 ft
-374 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Larchant (Seine-et-Marne)
Tour of the Commanderie Forest, with numerous viewpoints over the village of Larchant and its basilica. Nine kilometres with some steep climbs and a few rocky sections on a very shady route. If you don't make any noise, you may be surprised by the passing of a deer or a roe deer.
From Montigny to Thomery via Long Rocher and Malmontagne
9.97 mi
+574 ft
-561 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station through the eastern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau, which is not the most popular area of this forest. The forest trail alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through rocky terrain. Several viewpoints offer extensive panoramic views.
Circuit around Larchant
4.45 mi
+397 ft
-394 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Larchant (Seine-et-Marne)
The very enjoyable scent of pine is everywhere. And the small sand dune that I would the "Little Dune of Pyla" is lovely.
From Montigny-sur-Loing to Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons
8.52 mi
+115 ft
-184 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station starting from Montigny-sur-Loing. A varied route through the forest with a few rocks and the banks of the Loing. The Loing valley is an authentic green paradise that can be explored over a medium distance via footpaths, rural tracks and towpaths. This route takes you along the river and the canal of the same name, which flow side by side until they meet the Seine.
The Plaine de Sorques from Montigny-sur-Loing
8.77 mi
+223 ft
-217 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy hike with two bird observatories at the Plaine de Sorques, a sensitive natural area.
Bring binoculars.
Nanteau Forest
3.70 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Nanteau-sur-Lunain (Seine-et-Marne)
A short circular loop through the Nanteau Forest, very suitable for families with children and older people, offering a chance to get some fresh air without too much effort.
Rocher de la Mare Marcou and the Abri des Francs
4.01 mi
+312 ft
-318 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Recloses (Seine-et-Marne)
Circular starting from the charming village of Recloses. Rocks and forest slightly different from the forest of Fontainebleau.
L'Abri des Francs and circular loop via the Carrefour des Ventes to Galène
5.85 mi
+279 ft
-253 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Recloses (Seine-et-Marne)
A route in the very south of the Fontainebleau Forest, comprising two distinctly different sections. The route begins, outside the national forest, on the Denecourt-Colinet path no. 20, which winds its way through the Rochers de Recloses, featuring several rock shelters, including one known as the “Abri des Francs”. We continue north of this area to complete a circular route via forest paths. At the end of the route, the church at Recloses adds a lovely touch of heritage.
Episy, its marsh and the Etang de la Genevraye
3.49 mi
+10 ft
-7 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Épisy (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular route around the Étang de la Genevraye and a visit to the Marais d'Episy, which presents no difficulty.
Episy-Ecuelles
5.03 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Épisy (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy, almost entirely flat hike from Episy to Ecuelles via theGR® de Pays du Lunain, passing behind the Episy aerodrome. The return journey is along the towpath beside the Canal du Loing. This route is easily manageable for a brave child.
La Mare aux Fées, La Malmontagne, Le Carrosse and the Grotte Béatrix
10.05 mi
+804 ft
-787 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A loop in the heart of Fontainebleau: a magnificent poetic pond, venerable oak trees, four viewpoints, memories of revolutionary battles, a cave, a chasm, sandstone cliffs... and plenty of peace and quiet.
Plaine Verte car park
6.95 mi
+610 ft
-597 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
Flat terrain to warm up, ending with rocks...
The Villeron Pond and its springs
5.93 mi
+121 ft
-98 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Villemer (Seine-et-Marne)
This circular walk, starting from Rebours in the hamlet of Villemer – nestled between countryside and woodland – circles the private Villeron pond and follows the Villeron springs (Puits). This walk follows several sections ofthe PR® andGRP® trails. Please note that at certain times of year, the wetland area is often home to a few biting friends (mosquitoes). Apart from a fairly damp section, most of this circular walk follows small tarmac roads and fairly dry paths.
From the Sorques Nature Reserve to the Béatrix Cave
11.69 mi
+869 ft
-869 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
This walk takes you along part of the Blue Trail of the Restant du Long Rocher, approaching it from the east.
From the Sorques plain (a nature reserve on the banks of the Loing), it joins Route Blue No. 11 via little-used paths and, along the way, offers a beautiful view of the southern part of the forest with its "Table du Roi", before reaching Haut-Mont (two very different viewpoints).
As is often the case in Bleau, the landscape changes almost at every junction...
Château Landon circular loop
13.50 mi
+295 ft
-305 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Souppes-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
Discover a variety of landscapes, including the Fusain Valley and Château-Landon on a limestone plateau overlooking Fusain. See Saint-Séverin Abbey, the little brother of Mont Saint-Michel, the Romanesque tower, the Templar Chapel, and the Grand Étang de Dordives lake with its water sports centre. A beautiful day ahead without too much elevation gain.
The Plaine de Sorques and Marion des Roches
5.26 mi
+141 ft
-148 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
After a short climb up Mont Marion, you will skirt around the Plaine de Sorques, which is a sensitive natural area and a bird sanctuary.
From Souppes-sur-Loing to Nemours via the Beauregards rocks
11.00 mi
+397 ft
-420 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Souppes-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, mainly through woodland. After climbing up a wooded valley and crossing a cultivated plateau, you follow a very winding route through rocky chaos that is every bit as impressive as that of the neighbouring Forest of Fontainebleau. Passing through the village of Poligny and the town centre of Nemours adds a lovely touch of heritage.
The Fusain Valley
8.01 mi
+151 ft
-161 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Souppes-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk from station to station starting in Souppes-sur-Loing, which follows the Canal du Loing past the leisure centre. A short detour to the former Abbey of Cercanceaux, passing through several locks, and arriving at Château-Landon, a charming medieval town perched high above the valley. Finally, head back towards the Ordives bridge and its ponds to return to Ordives station.
