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Place du Château (Maisons-Laffite) walks
Circular walks in Maisons-Laffitte and the Saint-Germain Forest
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10.74 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Maisons-Laffitte (Yvelines)
This walk takes you on a journey of discovery through Maisons-Laffitte and the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, with a route that alternates between heritage and nature. After exploring the Château de Maisons-Laffitte, the beautiful mansions and the grand avenues of the park, the route heads deep into the forest as far as the Étang du Corra, before returning to the station via the Pavillon de la Muette. A varied walk combining architecture, history, forest paths and lakes, on the outskirts of Paris.
Walks near Place du Château (Maisons-Laffite)
From Maisons-Laffite to Villennes-sur-Seine, between the Seine and the forest
11.82 mi
+318 ft
-354 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Maisons-Laffitte (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station, taking in the banks of the Seine, woodland and viewpoints, interspersed with more urban sections. The route features a variety of heritage and natural attractions: Château du Val, the state-owned forest and the terrace at Saint-Germain-en-Laye, the banks of the Seine and the old bridge at Poissy, Saint-Nicolas Church and the Art Nouveau-style station at Villennes-sur-Seine.
From Cormeilles to Conflans via the hillsides on the right bank
6.98 mi
+197 ft
-351 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cormeilles-en-Parisis (Val-d'Oise)
A hike from station to station in two stages. In the first stage, you stay at a higher elevation and enjoy beautiful views of the Seine and its valley. In the second stage, you stay closer to the river. The beautiful Saint-Martin Church in Herblay and the important river transport industry in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine add to the charm of this hike.
From Achères to Saint-Germain-en-Laye through the forest
6.89 mi
+161 ft
-0 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the entire eastern part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. A few crosses and oratories mark this forest trail. The route ends in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, where you can admire its castle, built in the 12th century.
From Achères to Poissy through the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
7.64 mi
+167 ft
-207 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the entire western part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. A few ancient crosses mark this forest trail. The route ends in Poissy, where you can admire the Notre-Dame Collegiate Church.
From Achères to Achères via the Forêt de Saint-Germain and the Étang du Corra
9.78 mi
+135 ft
-72 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Achères (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A station-to-station walk, which can also be done as a slightly shorter loop. The route is mainly woodland, using both signposted paths and little-travelled paths in the undergrowth. The Étang du Corra, a protected site, offers an interlude with beautiful views and the chance to spot many birds.
In the footsteps of the Impressionists: from the Pont de Bezons to Chatou
5.52 mi
+43 ft
-26 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bezons (Val-d'Oise)
A linear walk that takes place mainly along the banks of the Seine, with very few tarmac roads. You can stroll through two “Impressionist Parks”, the one in Rueil-Malmaison and the one in Chatou.
From Le Vésinet to Poissy via the Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
8.62 mi
+249 ft
-256 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Vésinet (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station, crossing the southern part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye national forest. The start and end of the route are in urban areas. In Poissy, the Collégiale Notre-Dame offers a superb touch of heritage.
Along the Seine from Le Vésinet to Cormeilles-en-Parisis
7.47 mi
+171 ft
-30 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Vésinet (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that runs mainly along the Seine, mostly on well-marked footpaths.
Chemin de l'Ile Park, Promenade Bleue and Lagravère Park
5.07 mi
+20 ft
-26 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Nanterre (Hauts-de-Seine)
An urban route from station to station with a water theme! After crossing Parc du Chemin de l'Ile with its many ponds, follow the towpath along the Seine. Two detours into Parc Lagravère complete the picture.
From Nanterre to La Défense via André Malraux Park
4.37 mi
+144 ft
-66 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Nanterre (Hauts-de-Seine)
An urban route where you can admire architecture from various periods. A stone's throw from the La Défense district, in the shadow of its vertiginous towers, the Parc André Malraux and its collection garden offer a preserved setting.