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Plaisir walks
Bois de Saint-Apolline at Château de Plaisir
Visorando Member
5.22 mi
+177 ft
-177 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Plaisir (Yvelines)
A short walk through the woods will take you to Saint-Pierre-de-Plaisir Church and Plaisir Castle.
Elancourt-Maurepas
10.37 mi
+689 ft
-689 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Élancourt (Yvelines)
Short hike in the Île-de-France region, from Élancourt Village to the Courance de Maurepas pond.
The outward journey follows the left bank of the Ru d'Elancourt, the return journey follows the right bank.
The first part (from (S) to (3)) can no longer be done. The entire Elancourt hill (la Revanche) is under construction in preparation for the Olympic Games and is therefore closed to hiking. This will remain the case until 2025... See reviews
Passing by the Bassin de la Muette and the Colline de la Revanche
3.07 mi
+407 ft
-413 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Élancourt (Yvelines)
PLEASE NOTE THAT IT WILL NO LONGER BE POSSIBLE TO DO THIS ROUTE FROM SEPTEMBER 2022 DUE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE HILL FOR THE 2024 OLYMPIC GAMES.
This route passes by many interesting sites and places: an old church, a lake, viewpoints and, in particular, La Revanche hill, the highest point in the Île-de-France region. It is advisable to do this route on a clear day if possible, so that you can enjoy the view of the entire region to the full.
From the Courance Basin towards Chennevières, La Richarderie and Ergal
4.11 mi
+246 ft
-243 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Maurepas (Yvelines)
Starting from the Bassin de la Courance in Maurepas, you will walk through woods, fields and small hillside villages. This hike is accessible to everyone, young and old alike.
Short circular loop around the Courance Basin
1.95 mi
+157 ft
-144 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Maurepas (Yvelines)
A very short walk to get some fresh air around a pond that is home to many birds. Along the way, you will discover a Gothic-style church, the ruins of the keep of the former Château de Maurepas and a remarkable oak tree.
The Tremblay-sur-Mauldre circular route
11.07 mi
+551 ft
-571 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Fréderic (Yvelines)
This is a walk around Pontchartrain, passing through Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, Neauphle-le-Vieux, Mareil-le-Guyon and Tremblay-sur-Mauldre. You will follow restored footpaths amongst castles, rivers and fields.
Circular Villiers-Saint-Frédéric to Château de Plaisir
9.12 mi
+420 ft
-436 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Fréderic (Yvelines)
A walk accessible to all, starting from Villiers-Saint-Frédéric station, to explore the park and the Château de Plaisir. This walk takes you through fields, the market square in Plaisir and the castle grounds. The return journey takes you through the Sainte-Apolline forest and the pretty village of Neauphle-le-Château.There are several water points if you have a dog. The route is accessible all year round. It may be a little muddy, but it remains accessible in the forest during the rainy season.
From Villiers-Saint-Frédéric to Feucherolles
9.95 mi
+791 ft
-545 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Fréderic (Yvelines)
This stage is the last of the old GR®1 route. The departure point is at Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, at the RER station. The entire route is rural. It passes through several villages, including Saint-Germain-la-Grange, Thiverval-Grignon and Davron. There are two notable churches: those of Davron and Thiverval-Grignon, not to mention Feucherolles. This is an undemanding section that allows you to finish the GR®1 at a leisurely pace.
Circular country between Villiers-Saint-Frédéric and Neauphle-le-Château
4.60 mi
+305 ft
-308 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Fréderic (Yvelines)
A circular route starting from Villiers-Saint-Frédéric station and crossing the village of Neauphle-le-Château. This route alternates between fields and charming little paths to reach the village square.
Along the way, you will discover wide open spaces, a small lake, an orientation table, a farmyard housing an old church, old stones, and the charm of the square in Neauphle-le-Château with its narrow cobbled streets.
From Villiers-Saint-Frédéric to Orgerus in the heart of the Yvelines
13.88 mi
+499 ft
-348 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Fréderic (Yvelines)
Fourth stage of the Grand Tour de l'Île-de-France on the GR® 11 and start of the clockwise circular section.This stage takes place entirely in the Yvelines department, connecting Villiers-Neauphle-Pontchartrain station to Orgerus-Béhoust station, crossing the Beynes forest and the agricultural landscapes of the Yvelines.
The route runs alongside the Avre aqueduct, which supplies drinking water to western Paris.
Short loop in the Plaine de Versailles
4.46 mi
+118 ft
-128 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Villepreux (Yvelines)
A short walk on either side of the Ru de Gally, with beautiful views of the plain and the Palace of Versailles and a rich heritage in the charming village of Rennemoulin.
On the hillside in the Bois de Maurepas
2.60 mi
+184 ft
-194 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Maurepas (Yvelines)
You will cross from one side of the small valley to the other, where the Ru de la Courance flows, and on the opposite side you will follow a hillside route amongst mainly oak and chestnut trees, as well as ferns and heather in season. You will have the opportunity to walk alongside the Bassin de la Courance, either close by or at a distance.
Walk in the greenery of Élancourt
3.66 mi
+36 ft
-33 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Élancourt (Yvelines)
A walk in a green setting and beside a peaceful little lake in the middle of Élancourt (on the border with Maurepas). Combine it with a visit to the Commanderie des Templiers de la Villedieu and, why not, a visit to France Miniature, which is right next door.
Around the Étang de Saint-Quentin
4.99 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
The Étang de Saint-Quentin, an artificial lake covering an area of approximately 150 hectares, is located in the municipalities of Trappes and Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Pas-du-lac district), within the new town of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. It is part of a large leisure and outdoor recreation centre covering a total area of 600 hectares. Various leisure activities can be enjoyed there. It serves as a wintering ground for many migratory birds. More than 230 species of birds inhabit the 90 hectares of the reserve.
Étangs et Rigoles d'Yvelines Nature Reserve
8.82 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Trappes (Yvelines)
Discover the Ile de Loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines with its nature reserve, a route with few hills and accessible to all.
Tree heritage in Bois-d'Arcy
Local authority4.09 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bois-d'Arcy (Yvelines)
The Town of Bois d’Arcy pays particular attention to the management and maintenance of its tree heritage. Thanks to a mapped inventory combined with a profile for each tree, it ensures precise monitoring, enabling high-quality maintenance. Each tree is identified within the town by a marker equipped with a QR code that links directly to this page. This trail invites you to discover the town’s tree heritage via a 6.5 km walking route. A simple, modern and fun way to get to know the nature around us better.
Loop between Beynes and Saulx-Marchais
7.61 mi
+453 ft
-453 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Beynes (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
This circular hike in the Beynes forest takes you past several underground gas storage sites. You will then cross the village of Saulx-Marchais, passing by its old church and town hall before crossing the fields to reach Neauphle-le-Vieux and the Mauldre river. Return to the starting point via the Beynes forest.
Loops of Feucherolles and the western part of the Marly Forest
8.09 mi
+322 ft
-351 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Feucherolles (Yvelines)
A varied hike, with a beautiful wooded route in the western part of the Forest of Marly and a stroll through the village of Feucherolles. A hike with two loops, lending itself to several variations, such as limiting yourself to the 7.5 km forest loop.
Étang des Noës and Champ Garnier Forest in Mesnil-Saint-Denis
4.94 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
A walk between ponds, country lanes and forest, passing through the small town of Mesnil-Saint-Denis.
This hike is accessible to all. It takes you through a variety of places with lovely views.
Please note that there is virtually no shade for two-thirds of the route between the points (1) and (6), so it is best to avoid it in very hot weather.
The tour of the Étang des Noës and a detour into the Port Royal Forest
4.10 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
A walk between the new town and the forest. The Étang des Noés is home to many birds that nest in the reeds on its banks. After walking around the pond, the more adventurous can take an easy stroll through the forest.
Circular walk between Feucherolles and Saint-Germain-de-la-Grange
14.56 mi
+843 ft
-869 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Feucherolles (Yvelines)
This circular route follows theGR®1from Feucherolles to Saint-Germain-de-la-Grange on the outward leg, passing through Davron and Thiverval-Grignon. On the return leg, you’ll discover Chavenay. Each of the three villages has its own wash house and a remarkable church. Much of the walk takes place through fields.
From Beynes to Verneuil-sur-Seine via the Étang d'Abbecourt
13.38 mi
+942 ft
-1,033 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Beynes (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
From the Mauldre Valley to the Seine Valley, a hike from station to station that alternates between fields and woodland. The Étang d’Abbecourt offers a perfect spot for a break, and the Church of Saint-Étienne in Vernouillet adds a touch of heritage.
Beynes - Maule, with return by train
6.70 mi
+302 ft
-371 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Beynes (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A walk on the plateaus above the Mauldre valley. A rolling landscape as far as the eye can see accompanies you throughout the hike.
The slopes of the Mauldre
6.73 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Beynes (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A hike on the slopes of both banks of the Mauldre, a tributary of the Seine between the Plaine de Versailles and the Mantois. The route, consisting of two loops, alternates between residential areas, forests and fields. A rich heritage, partly linked to water, can be discovered along the way: an old fortified castle, old mills, a siphon bridge, farm buildings, a church, etc.
Around Rennemoulin via Les Bordes
4.92 mi
+102 ft
-82 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Rennemoulin (Yvelines)
The walk begins in Rennemoulin, following the Ru de Gally to Les Bordes in Villepreux. The route heads back up towards the sports facilities in Villepreux, circles round the rear of Villepreux Castle and joins the Voie Royale, which leads back to Rennemoulin. This short walk offers the chance to admire the landscapes of the Versailles plain from the heights of Villepreux and to explore the village of Rennemoulin.
From the Priory of Saint-Nicolas to the Maltoute Fountain
4.04 mi
+157 ft
-138 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Rennemoulin (Yvelines)
A short walk along the streams of the Plaine de Versailles, including the Ru de Gally, which has its source in the castle grounds. The charming village of Rennemoulin boasts a chapel, a wash house and an old bridge, while the Fontaine de Maltoute fountain offers a pleasant, shaded spot to stop for a break.
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Crespières, Thiverval-Grignon, Davron: rural valleys, open plateaus
9.26 mi
+643 ft
-666 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Crespières (Yvelines)
A pleasant route alternating between small villages, forest edges and wide open horizons.
The Flambertins Forest and the Abbecourt Pond
9.22 mi
+384 ft
-381 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Crespières (Yvelines)
A hike that alternates between forest and fields, with a small pond that is ideal for a pleasant break.
Bazoches-sur-Guyonne - Les Mesnuls - Montfort-Lamaury
9.60 mi
+689 ft
-689 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bazoches-sur-Guyonne (Yvelines)
It's a very varied walk, combining nature, culture, history, tourism and curiosities. All of which means you won't miss a mile. And if you're lucky enough to do it in good weather, you'll come home feeling like you've just been on holiday.
Circular route between Bazoches-sur-Guyonne and Montfort-l'Amaury
13.04 mi
+883 ft
-892 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bazoches-sur-Guyonne (Yvelines)
Whilst remaining in the countryside, this walk allows you to discover, amongst other things, Jean Monnet’s house in Bazoches, the Château des Mesnuls and the historic centre of Montfort-l’Amaury. 20/02/2019
From Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to Versailles
7.19 mi
+276 ft
-381 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
The Bièvre Valley is undoubtedly one of the best places for hiking in the region. Indeed, in summer it is a succession of ponds and lush green landscapes. This hike takes you through the most interesting part of the valley, featuring a succession of five remarkable ponds. You can then round off your day with a visit to Versailles, adding a touch of history to the route.
Following the Bièvre from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to Igny
12.06 mi
+85 ft
-397 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
This is the upstream section of this series of three walks dedicated to the Bièvre. A very pleasant route along the river and its ponds, in a setting that is mostly bucolic. A walk from station to station, the length of which can be adapted according to conditions or preference.
From the Ferme du Manet in Romainville
4.97 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Montigny-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
A short walk between forest and fields without leaving Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. It will take you to the "Garde Manger", a shop selling local and short route products.
Tour in the north-west of the Chevreuse Valley
11.00 mi
+407 ft
-427 ft
5h 25
Easy
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
A very beautiful hike to discover the wonderful rural and natural landscape of the north-west of the Chevreuse Valley, offering a radical change of scenery from the urban and commercial area of Coignières.
From Coignières to Villiers-Saint-Frédéric through the Yvelines
11.61 mi
+466 ft
-751 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
This is the thirty-fourth and final stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11. It starts in Coignières and ends in Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, where the radial section of the GR® coming from Paris meets the circular section, which will therefore be completed here. The route follows, more or less closely, the course of the Mauldre River, passing through Bazoches-sur-Guyonne, Mareil-le-Guyon and Neauphle-le-Vieux.
From Coignières to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
9.44 mi
+203 ft
-509 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
Hike along the Yvette river, with its wash houses, passing by the Château de la Madeleine. The route also passes through a forest in a former sandstone quarry.
From Mesnil Saint-Denis to Chevreuse, between history and nature
12.77 mi
+499 ft
-525 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Le Mesnil-Saint-Denis (Yvelines)
Circular route dotted with beautiful views. You pass through forests and villages, streams and ponds, and alongside historic and remarkable sites such as Château de la Madeleine and Port Royal with its Jean Racine trail. The only difficulty is the short steep climb to Château de Chevreuse.
Les Granges de Port-Royal and the Rhodon Valley
3.79 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Magny-les-Hameaux (Yvelines)
A short forest hike in two stages. After a lovely view of the former Port-Royal-des-Champs Abbey, you climb up the Vallon du Rodhon on a path and trails that wind through the undergrowth. The hike then follows the wide paths of the Port-Royal Forest.
Long circular loop through the Forest of Marly
14.36 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,230 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
This circular mainly covers the Marly Forest, allowing you to walk theGR®1from Chambourcy to Louveciennes. On the way back, the route crosses the Parc du Domaine Royal de Marly.
From Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche to Verneuil-sur-Seine via the GR®1
18.86 mi
+899 ft
-1,224 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
The second stage ofthe GR®1, this walk takes you through the Forêt de Marly and various charming villages such as Feucherolles and Orgeval. The first part is through the forest, whilst the second alternates between meadows, built-up areas and woodland. This stage is notable for the variety of landscapes you’ll encounter.
The tour of the great oak trees in Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche
7.59 mi
+505 ft
-479 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
Around Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche station - Marly Forest, a walk in a beautiful deciduous forest. It suffered greatly from the great storm of 1999, which flattened the oak trees on the motorway like straw, but this hike has a high density of remarkable trees (oaks, hornbeams, beeches). As the Marly forest is crossed by several busy roads, this hike focuses on the quietest part. It also offers a few viewpoints.
From Saint-Nom to Poissy through the forests of Marly and Tailles d'Herbelay
8.56 mi
+315 ft
-659 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that crosses the Marly National Forest and then the Tailles d'Herbelay Departmental Forest. It then offers a visit to the charming town centre of Chambourcy and a short walk in the Saint-Germain-en-Laye National Forest. The route ends in Poissy, where you can admire the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame and the remains of the Old Bridge over the Seine.
La Croix Saint-Michel in the Forest of Marly
5.14 mi
+417 ft
-417 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A mainly forest route with several remarkable trees here and there. The site of the Croix Saint-Michel offers a view stretching as far as Paris. A short but fairly challenging hike, given the alternating ascents and descents (the total elevation gain is probably underestimated; allow for around 200m).
In the forest of Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche in Vaucresson
8.17 mi
+745 ft
-692 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station that crosses the Marly State Forest, then Marly Park and finally the Louveciennes Forest. The route ends in Vaucresson, in an urban setting.
Around Joyenval Golf Course
4.66 mi
+318 ft
-338 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche (Yvelines)
The route goes around the Joyenval golf course, on which the old abbey is located, and passes in front of the Désert de Retz. The ruins of the Château de Montjoie and a hunting table are also located near the route.
The Fontaine des Gobelins, the forest around the ponds and its wildlife
4.25 mi
+121 ft
-131 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Guyancourt (Yvelines)
A pleasant walk through the forest and along the Minière ponds.
Around Mareil-sur-Mauldre
4.47 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Mareil-sur-Mauldre (Yvelines)
From Mareil-sur-Mauldre station, the walk follows the railway line to the hamlet of La Maladrerie. Viathe Côte de Chavoye, then the Chemin aux Bœufs, it heads towards Crespières. On the plateau, at the model-making site, it turns left towards the Cheminet and Beurres areas before reaching the houses inthe Parc de Mareil. A descent through the park along narrow paths, with the occasionalflight of steps, leads back to the station.
From Mareil-sur-Mauldre to Épône along the Mauldre and through the countryside
8.01 mi
+505 ft
-561 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mareil-sur-Mauldre (Yvelines)
On this walk from station to station, you’ll follow the Mauldre river through the countryside, passing through several villages to discover some heritage sights.
From Mareil-sur-Mauldre station to Poissy station, via Orgeval
11.36 mi
+587 ft
-666 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mareil-sur-Mauldre (Yvelines)
A fairly easy walk from station to station, the first part of which is through woodland where you can admire superb specimens of various species of deciduous trees, particularly beeches and oaks, which are certainly over a hundred years old. You also pass close to the Alluets-le-Roi telecommunications centre and its many antennas of all types.The second part, which is more varied, includes a visit to the ruins of Abbecourt Abbey and the centres of the villages of Orgeval and Villennes-sur-Seine with their churches. The walk ends with a pleasant stroll along the banks of the Seine.
Over hill and dale, from Mareil-sur-Mauldre to Beynes
8.73 mi
+712 ft
-705 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mareil-sur-Mauldre (Yvelines)
A hike along the hillsides on both banks of the Mauldre river, offering beautiful panoramic views. There are heritage sites to discover in the three towns along the route.
Around Montainville
4.71 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Mareil-sur-Mauldre (Yvelines)
Montainville is situated in the centre of the Yvelines department. The commune’s territory extends across the eastern edge of the Mantois plateau and the western slope of the Mauldre valley. The village site forms a promontory bounded by two valleys named after their springs: the Serpe valley to the north and the Orme valley to the south.
Woods, countryside and heritage around the Ru du Pommeret
4.07 mi
+344 ft
-322 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lévis-Saint-Nom (Yvelines)
A short hike in the Upper Chevreuse Valley, rich in heritage and offering beautiful views of the Vallon du Pommeret and the wooded hills that surround it.
The Mérantaise Valley
3.41 mi
+230 ft
-243 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Voisins-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
A short hike to discover the Mérantaise valley, the Croix du Bois, the Mérantais wash house, the village of Magny-les-Hameaux, the Maison des Bonheurs (family of 19th-century painters), the Domaine de Brouëssy, and the stele of Hélène Boucher (early 20th-century aviator).
Around the Ruisseau des Brûlins
4.50 mi
+335 ft
-328 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Les Mesnuls (Yvelines)
A lovely route between the château, forest, ponds and rivers, on the outskirts of Montfort-l'Amaury.
Les Tailles d'Herbelay
5.80 mi
+374 ft
-394 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Aigremont (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A pleasant hike through the forest and along a golf course in a little-known part of the Marly National Forest.
Fourqueux - Marly Forest - a circuit for when the paths are muddy
7.83 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Chambourcy (Yvelines)
This circuit consists almost exclusively of paved forest roads, at least in part, and is closed to motor traffic.
This allows you to hike in the forest without having to surf on paths full of water and mud in winter.
The Roselière (reed beds) of Maincourt
5.64 mi
+194 ft
-220 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lévis-Saint-Nom (Yvelines)
At the heart of the Chevreuse Valley Natural Park, a hike that allows you to wander through a protected natural site with a trail laid out by the Park. In the Bois de Maincourt, one can see ancient sandstone quarries. The course of the river Yvette, which the trail follows on the way back, finally allows a patrimonial approach with old mills and old washhouses.
Lockdown walk in La Bretonnière
2.79 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Voisins-le-Bretonneux (Yvelines)
A short walk to explore the narrow lanes of the La Bretonnière neighbourhood in Voisins-le-Bretonneux and its surroundings. It is perfectly suited to the lockdown period: the route takes an hour and stays within a 1 km radius of the Quarante Arpents school complex, located in the heart of the neighbourhood. More than three-quarters of the route is along pedestrian paths surrounded by greenery.
From Parc de la Bruneterie to Forêt de Marly circular route
14.75 mi
+860 ft
-850 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Orgeval (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
This circular route follows theGR®1 trailfrom Parc de la Bruneterie in Orgeval to the Forest of Marly on the way there. On the way back, the route crosses the Joyenval Golf Course and the commune of Chambourcy.
Follow the Yvette from Essarts-le-Roi to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
12.16 mi
+564 ft
-879 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Les Essarts-le-Roi (Yvelines)
A hike from station to station that takes us to the source of the River Yvette and then up and down through the woods that frame its valley. The route crosses the Maincourt Marsh and then an area of rocky chaos. The forest trails are interspersed with villages and hamlets rich in heritage.
From L'Orme au Berger to La Mérantaise
6.34 mi
+184 ft
-203 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Magny-les-Hameaux (Yvelines)
A circular route that starts on a cultivated plateau before descending into the Mérantaise valley. Then, mostly in the undergrowth, you play leapfrog with the river.
The Madeleine Forest and Port-Royal-des-Champs Abbey
6.31 mi
+394 ft
-381 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Milon-la-Chapelle (Yvelines)
In the footsteps of Jean Racine, in places steeped in history. A walk through a variety of environments, between forests, meadows and cultivated fields, with a lovely view of the ancient Abbey of Port-Royal des Champs.
The Herbeville plateau and its forest via cross-country paths
5.95 mi
+456 ft
-456 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Maule (Yvelines)
Walk from Maule to the pretty village of Herbeville and its plateau, then explore the Bois des Mesnuls before returning via the Chemin de Tourneroue.
Maule heritage and walk along the Mauldre
6.61 mi
+538 ft
-538 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Maule (Yvelines)
After exploring Maule and its heritage, you will climb through the woods and walk through the countryside to reach Aulnay-sur-Mauldre. From there, you will follow the Mauldre and its recent meanders back to the starting point.
View of the Chevreuse Valley from the Château de la Madeleine viewpoint.
3.03 mi
+102 ft
-75 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Chevreuse (Yvelines)
Visit the Château de la Madeleine's belvedere, castle and cellars via a trail around the Plaine de la Madeleine. We recommend starting from the "Carrefour de Milon," which is accessible from the beautiful little village of Milon-la-Chapelle.
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