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Sainte-Mesme walks
At the sources of the Orge and in the Dourdan Forest
Visorando Member
9.10 mi
+279 ft
-269 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Mesme (Yvelines)
The first part of the route follows the upper reaches of the Orge river in a very bucolic setting. The second part is on a cultivated plateau with extensive views. The end of the route is in the forest, with beautiful trees here and there.
Along the River Orge around Sainte-Mesme
4.81 mi
+141 ft
-138 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Mesme (Yvelines)
A mostly shaded circular route that takes you through woodland and open countryside, where you’ll encounter charming Limousin cows, before following the course of the Orge river, crossing a small ford (or a footbridge).
Around the Abbey of L'Ouÿe
7.24 mi
+548 ft
-548 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
The undergrowth is dotted with flowers in March and April and there are remarkable trees all along the route.
Pond route in the Dourdan Forest
5.25 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A short half-day hike in the forest, with several ponds along the way.
The Orge Valley between the source and Dourdan
13.73 mi
+381 ft
-374 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A long walk through forests, ponds and the banks of the Orge river, passing through the beautiful villages of Sainte-Mesme and Saint-Martin de Bréthancourt. Includes a visit to Dourdan, which you cross via parks and walking trails along the Orge river or the old fortifications, avoiding the suburbs and their buildings.
In the Dourdan forest at the start of Les Fontaines Bouillantes
5.06 mi
+190 ft
-197 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
An easy walk to discover ponds, a beautiful lightning-struck tree and a beautiful viewpoint, all in the Dourdan National Forest, so the route is well shaded. The ground may be muddy in places in wet weather.
The Dourdan via Ouye abbey
8.40 mi
+528 ft
-551 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A lovely woodland walk with a cultural touch.
From Dourdan to Rambouillet through woods and forests
13.31 mi
+440 ft
-318 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A hike from station to station, crossing the Dourdan Forest, the Bois de Saint-Benoît, the Bois de Pinceloup and the southern part of the Rambouillet Forest. Several lakes adorn the route and the church of Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines adds a superb touch of heritage.
Following the Orge from Dourdan to Saint-Chéron
9.18 mi
+407 ft
-554 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A hike from station to station in the upper Orge valley, following the river. Discover the rich heritage of Dourdan town centre (fortified castle, 12th-13th century church, wash houses, etc.) as well as beautiful churches along the way.
Following the Orge
80.26 mi
+3,734 ft
-3,868 ft
10 days
Moderate
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
The Orge river flows through the Essonne department, first from west to east and then diagonally from south-west to north-east. This route follows the valley as closely as possible, where it is accessible by train. The route alternates between paths along the river, including a promenade in the downstream section, passages through the undergrowth, residential areas and urban routes.
Forests of Saint-Arnoult and Dourdan via Sainte-Mesme
12.61 mi
+538 ft
-551 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
Discover Dourdan and its national forest.
From Dourdan to Rambouillet
21.04 mi
+640 ft
-476 ft
10h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
This stage is the last of the GR®1 and is over 30 km long. It crosses the western part of the Rambouillet Forest. The entire stage is through forest, except for the crossing of Saint-Léger-en-Yvelines. The route connects two towns with a rich history: Dourdan and Rambouillet. There are many straight lines on this route, which is mainly flat. There are a few notable ponds at the end of the route, such as the Étang de la Tour and the Étang d'Or.
Dourdan – Sainte-Mesme
12.45 mi
+538 ft
-522 ft
2 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Dourdan (Essonne)
A total immersion in the Dourdan State Forest, where oak is the dominant tree species. There are also chestnut, ash, beech and birch trees. In some sandy areas, these are replaced by pine trees. The legend of Sainte-Mesme and the medieval heritage of Dourdan.
Beauce or Hurepoix
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.74 mi
+243 ft
-259 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Les Granges-le-Roi (Essonne)
40 km from Paris, an unexpected valley. It marks the transition from the Beauceron plateau to the Paris Basin: this is the Hurepoix.
Le Long de la Rémarde between Longvilliers and Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines
5.86 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Longvilliers (Yvelines) (Yvelines)
A walk in the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Nature Park, where you’ll find yourself hopping over the River Rémarde. Set off to discover old mills, two beautiful churches and a wayside shrine dedicated to‘good Saint Arnoult’, patron saint of walkers! We follow paths skirting horse pastures or the edges of woods, quiet country lanes, narrow streets and footpaths.
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