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Rigole des Clayes (canal) walks
From Bois d’Arcy to Villiers-Saint-Frédéric: nature on the outskirts of the towns
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12.72 mi
+633 ft
-902 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Fontenay-le-Fleury (Yvelines)
This online hike passes through several towns in the Yvelines department, favouring natural and developed areas, footpaths and quiet streets. Starting from Fontenay-le-Fleury station, it passes successively through Bois d’Arcy, Les-Clayes-sous-Bois, Plaisir, Neauphle-le-Château and Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, where the station marks the end of the route.
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.
Walks near Rigole des Clayes (canal)
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 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.
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.
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.
From Saint-Cyr-l'École to Villiers-Saint-Frédéric through the Yvelines
14.23 mi
+705 ft
-961 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Cyr-l'École (Yvelines)
This is the third stage of the GR® 11 Grand Tour of Île-de-France. It continues through the Yvelines, between Saint-Cyr station and Villiers-Neauphle-Pontchartrain station. This stage completes the 'radial' part of the GR® starting from Paris and joins the circular loop that circles the region from Villiers-Saint-Frédéric. The route passes through increasingly large wooded areas as you approach the countryside.
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.
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.
From Saint-Nom to Saint-Germain via the forests of Marly and Saint-Germain
7.73 mi
+289 ft
-440 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from L'Étang-la-Ville (Yvelines)
A walk from station to station that crosses the northern part of the Marly State Forest and then the southern part of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye State Forest. In between, the route runs alongside the gardens of a residential area before briefly passing through a business park. The walk ends at the foot of the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, which houses a prehistory museum.
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.
From Coignières to Montfort-l’Amaury, via Les Mesnuls
10.76 mi
+646 ft
-784 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coignières (Yvelines)
A very lovely walk, with plenty of beautiful woodland, including the superb oak forest of the Bois des Hautes Bruyères. There are also numerous points of interest, the most notable being: the Jean Monnet House Museum, the Château des Mesnuls, and in Montfort-l’Amaury, the Maurice Ravel House, the castle ruins and their superb views. Beautiful villages and charming churches, many of which are open to visitors.