Vieux-Port (Old Port) walks

Overlooking the Seine, the pretty village of Sainte-Croix-sur-Aizier borders the Brotonne State Forest, offering a hilly, shaded walk that alternates between the charms of the bocage and the canopy of tall beech trees.

Vieux-Port is the smallest commune in the Eure department. It has preserved the characteristic houses of eastern Normandy, half-timbered farmhouses with cob walls and thatched roofs. It is a popular stopover for boaters sailing on the Seine. The hike crosses the village, but also beautiful forests and typical Norman hamlets, and offers beautiful views of the Seine.

During this hike in the Brotonne forest, I walked along peaceful trails in the heart of unspoilt nature. Lined with majestic oak and beech trees, the paths offered a cool and soothing atmosphere. The calm was disturbed only by the singing of birds and the rustling of leaves under my feet. This accessible and rejuvenating walk was a pleasant moment of relaxation and discovery of Normandy's natural heritage.

This hike in the Brotonne National Forest offered me a wonderful immersion in nature, between shady undergrowth and wide forest paths. The route passes through two iconic sites: the Rond de Nagu and the Rond du Loup, former forest crossroads steeped in history. The path winds its way between oak and beech trees, in a calm and soothing atmosphere. At Rond de Nagu, it's worth taking a break to enjoy the open setting and the silence of the forest, punctuated only by birdsong. The walk then continues towards Rond du Loup, where several paths converge, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

In the lower Risle valley, from Fourmetot the route heads south and soon reaches the Roumois bocage. The route continues due south to Corneville-sur-Risle, with its Auberge des Cloches and the former Le Foll factory. It crosses the River Risle and then heads west, passing the Lillebec wash house, crossing a ford and a footbridge before reaching Pont-Audemer. It then passes through the ‘Venice of Normandy’, offering the chance to explore the town’s medieval quarter. The walk leaves Pont-Audemer to the north and heads due east to Manneville-sur-Risle, where it runs alongside the Bonnebos Chapel and its Resistance Museum. Beyond Manneville, the path turns northwards again to reach Fourmetot.

Off the beaten track, this route follows the bottom of a somewhat secluded valley and the edge of the Brotonne State Forest. It also offers a few surprising sights: a chapel in the heart of the countryside, a row of pollarded trees silhouetted against the light at the forest’s edge, and tall beech trees…

This route winds its way through the Brotonne National Forest along all types of paths. Halfway along the route, in the centre of the village of La Haye-de-Routot, a sheltered picnic area provides a place to take a break between the church, thousand-year-old yew trees and eco-museums.

This route takes us along the Seine, where we walk alongside the Marais de l’Angle, with a view of the Pont de Brotonne. We then head up into the Brotonne Forest to walk along its forest tracks.

Typically Norman, La Haye-de-Routot is a charming village attached to its traditions and craftsmanship. Starting from the church, an easy route suitable for all ages reveals a varied landscape with a beautiful collection of pollarded trees intertwined with hedges and tall beech trees in the national forest, pretty bocage valleys and views of the agricultural plain. This route is largely unmarked and shortens the yellow-marked route.

This walk allows you to discover this small village and catch a glimpse of Villequier on the other side of the Seine.

A route exploring the banks of the Seine from Vatteville-la-Rue to Aizier, featuring its architecture and historical remains. From Aizier, explore the Brotonne Forest, its flora and fauna, the Saint-Maur Chapel with its ‘Arbres à Nœuds’ (knotted trees) and its many paths.

Starting from Bouquelon church, take a long descent along a wooded path, then follow the Route des Chaumières along the Marais Vernier, finally returning via the Bois du Plessis.

From the banks of the Risle, which have been developed for walking, to the forest bordering the valley, this varied route links the residential village of Manneville and the town of Pont-Audemer. It offers a lovely walk in Normandy between town and country, with interesting heritage sites and beautiful views. The route is not signposted in its entirety (geolocation recommended with Visorando) but is based in part on theGR® 224 and the yellow-marked Chemin des Résistants.

This fitness route takes in some secluded little valleys on the outskirts of the Montfort State Forest. Whilst the forest makes up two-thirds of the route, the Val Dallet also offers views of wooded countryside featuring some very beautiful and very large pollarded trees.

This is a beautiful walk along little-used forest paths that are somewhat wild but very pleasant! You really feel like you're in the middle of nature with a wide variety of vegetation and tree species, magnificent ferns, etc. You'll be breathing hard as you pedal, because this route is quite challenging with some steep climbs and technical sections, but it's still accessible without too many problems...

A pleasant walk offering beautiful views over the valleys of Touffreville-la-Cable.

This hike allows you to see the Victor Hugo Museum on the banks of the Seine, the Château de Villequier and, above all, beautiful views of the Seine.

Located in the Brotonne Forest, this hike follows easy paths under the fir trees or at the edge of the forest. It is away from any traffic, even though the starting point is close to the Brotonne Bridge. It is therefore a nature outing.

Near Brumare Castle, a statue was erected to thank the Virgin for sparing the inhabitants during the War of 1870. Restored and refurbished in the 2010s, it is well worth a visit. This hilly section of the national forest, somewhat wild and labyrinthine, offers landscapes reminiscent of the Vosges, with a strong presence of conifers on the slopes. Local history permeates the area: the Marquisate Wood, the Virgin’s Oak, the New World, etc. Unmarked route

Close to the Pont de Brotonne, which is free to cross, this walk takes you through unspoilt and rich natural surroundings. Mint, tansy, oregano, chervil: the variety of plants is incredible! Mostly in the shade, which is a real bonus on hot days. You’ll first explore the banks of the Seine as you follow its course, then head deeper into the countryside and the forest before descending via charming little roads back to the starting point.