Saint-Germain-des-Essourts walks

Very small roads and paths through the plains and, more rarely, through the woods, allow you to discover this splendid part of the Norman Vexin.Villages with pretty churches, preserved rural dwellings and unspoilt countryside guide this hike.The valleys of the two rivers, Le Héron and L'Héronchelles, surrounded by magnificent hills, offer splendid panoramic views.Horizons stretching as far as the eye can see open up repeatedly during this hike.

Starting from the pretty village of Ry, where the Crevon river meanders, this hike through the rolling countryside offers beautiful views.The route takes you through hamlets and woods, with river crossings adding extra charm to this route.

A pleasant walk passing by the thatched cottages of Quincampoix. Then, cross a wooded area where you may see pheasants in the plains.

An easy hike. Suitable in all weathers. However, best done when it is very hot as most of the route is shaded by vegetation.

After admiring Vascœuil Castle and its dovecote, the path will take you into the Lyons National Forest with some noticeable changes in elevation before descending to the village of Les Hogues via the Saint-Mathurin spring. The return journey via Perruel follows the Andelle river, offering peaceful landscapes.

Starting from Fontaine-le-Bourg, a circular will take you through La Caplette, Le Thieulin, Le Creux, Les Maisonnettes, Le Mesnil Englier, Le Mesnil and La Justice.

This hike allows you to discover the countryside and woods between Fontaine-le-Bourg, Saint-Georges-sur-Fontaine and Saint-André-sur-Cailly. You can also see the remains of a Gallo-Roman circus at the archaeological site of Le Bout Levé near Saint-André-sur-Cailly.

From Fontaine-le-Bourg to Saint-Georges-sur-Fontaine via theGR®25and return via the Chasse-Marée.

You start from the old Noléval station, on the former secondary line from Charleval to Serqueux. After walking along the Andelle river, which winds its way through the valley, you can enjoy a balcony overlooking the valley. This walk, which is accessible to children aged three and above, offers beautiful views of the valley and allows you to admire some of the region's traditional buildings. (!) Following the storm of 2025, do not venture into this part of the forest while it is closed by the ONF.

Hike along the Andelle, winding through fields, surrounded by valleys in vast natural spaces. Numerous panoramic views punctuate this route, as well as a pretty castle with its outbuildings, dovecote and the ever-present Andelle river.

A short, peaceful walk on the outskirts of Rouen, perfect for getting some fresh air and sunshine. Most of the route passes through fields. There are a few sections of tarmac roads and paths, but this is the price you pay for discovering some very charming villages and hamlets.

Hike on two sides of the Robec, woods, meadows, plains and villages.

Starting from Place Maintenon, on the church square overlooking the Dillard fountain. Take the roads and paths through the village to discover the allotments, enjoy the panoramic view and cross the edge of the forest. Ideal for crossing the Varenne and discovering the many bridges.

Starting from Saint-Saëns, a lovely trail through the heart of the beech forest of Eawy to discover the Puits Merveilleux, the schoolchildren's trail, the Carcahoux camp and the village of Les Ventes Saint-Rémy.

This is a very pleasant walk through charming little villages where you can admire magnificent thatched cottages and other typical Norman houses, or pass through the village of Fontaine-sous-Préaux where the Robec river has its source. You will also pass through woods where you can enjoy a little shade when it is hot. Be careful on the few fairly steep climbs and descents and on some paths that can be very muddy in wet weather (this is Normandy, after all!).

A short walk around the village. After crossing the forest, we will return via theGR® 25 to the village, passing in front of the small church.

This hike starts in the centre of the village and follows the Grande Randonnée trails that circle around the south.

There is nothing special to discover on this short route, just a breath of fresh air. Pass through the fields on the Franquevillais plateau, descend to the Lyons-la-Forêt road via the Sente des Hauts Bœufs to reach the village of Épinay. Then, climb up the path at the edge of the Bois des Chartreux towards Le Faulx, in the commune of Franqueville-Saint-Pierre.

A lovely walk in the forest of Lyons-la-Forêt with a stop in one of the most beautiful villages in France.

A shaded day-long hike to discover the Norman Vexin with Lyons-la-Forêt, a listed village, and its large forests. This is one of the most beautiful beech and oak forests in Europe, with tall trees, an arboretum, the Fouillebroc and Sainte-Catherine springs, and the 12th-century Cistercian abbey of Mortemer.

A lovely walk through rolling countryside. Lyons-la-Forêt is a pretty old village, usually bustling with activity.

The proposed itinerary is mainly through forests, roads and forest paths. It passes by Mortemer Abbey, the Fouillebroc valley and its spring, and Sainte-Catherine Chapel. The Lyons arboretum is a good place to stop. The return to Lyons through the forest ends with a visit to the main monuments of Lyons-la-Forêt.