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In Django’s footsteps in Samois-sur-Seine
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7.11 mi
+351 ft
-335 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Samois-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk to discover the charming village of Samois-sur-Seine, nestled between the Forest of Fontainebleau and the River Seine. This is the village where Django Reinhardt, the famous guitarist and creator of ‘gypsy jazz’, lived and died. Along the way, you can admire, along the banks of the Seine, a few “affolantes” – villas built by wealthy Parisians in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
From Fontainebleau-Forêt to Fontainebleau-Avon via the Rocher Saint-Germain
10.16 mi
+364 ft
-404 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike accessible by train, which drops you off in the middle of the forest (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays). The route mainly follows the Denecourt-Colinet trails, nicknamed the “blue trails” due to the colour of their markings. The path winds through the undergrowth, far from the wide forest lanes, and twists and turns amongst the rocks. At Rocher Cassepot, there are two beautiful spots offering sweeping panoramic views. The end of the hike takes you past several fountains.
Station to station in the Forest of Fontainebleau: fountains and scenery
14.69 mi
+653 ft
-686 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular walk in the northern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau. It passes several viewpoints, ponds and “fountains”.
From Fontainebleau-Forêt to Bois-le-Roi following the blue trails.
7.02 mi
+325 ft
-351 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
This hike is accessible by train, which drops you off in the middle of the forest (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays). The route mainly follows the Denecourt-Colinet trails, nicknamed "blue trails" because of the colour of their markings. It winds through the undergrowth, far from the wide forest paths, and on several sections, it twists and turns among the rocks.
Station to station in the Forest of Fontainebleau: ponds and boulders
14.82 mi
+869 ft
-912 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
Long but very nice hike station to station in the Forest of Fontainebleau. It goes through several viewpoints, ponds, little known corners, stunning scenery.
Station to Station: viewpoints in the Forest of Fontainebleau
14.68 mi
+709 ft
-722 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular route through the Forest of Fontainebleau, starting from the SNCF stop in the forest and ending at Bois-le-Roi station. Viewpoints from Rocher Cassepot, Rocher Saint-Germain, Mare aux Sangliers perched on a plateau, Rochers d’Apremont, and Camp de Chailly. Beautiful trees, lovely landscapes, interesting rocks, rock shelters/bivouacs, natural tunnels, and a lovely day out in the countryside.
Towards Samois from the Croix de Toulouse
6.14 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk taking you to the banks of the Seine from the Croix de Toulouse, following a varied route that sometimes runs along the edge of the forest. An opportunity to discover landscapes that may be unexpected, in a part of the forest relatively little visited by walkers.
Discover the islands of Samois-sur-Seine by canoe
5.39 mi
+3 ft
-0 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Samoreau (Seine-et-Marne)
This route offers a circular trip on the Seine by canoe or kayak in the south of Seine-et-Marne. It is an easy route and allows you to discover the grand bourgeois mansions typical of the Val de Seine in the Norman style, the two islands of Samois-sur-Seine with their heritage steeped in history (an ancient Gallo-Roman bridge, an old station standing alone on Île aux Barbiers, etc.) and then the romantic and peaceful banks of the Seine at Samois, with their old houses built from local stone.
Rocher de Samoreau, Fours du Roy and banks of the Seine
7.75 mi
+541 ft
-551 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoreau (Seine-et-Marne)
A rural hike that alternates between old villages, former quarries, forest and the banks of the Seine. The road that was previously used for the return journey has changed from a private road to a public road and is no longer suitable for walking, hence a significant change to the route.
Along the Seine between Fontaine-le-Port and Chartrettes
6.01 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk along the Seine, with the village of Fontaine-le-Port, a section ofthe GR®2 trailoverlooking the Seine towards Chartrettes, then the Bois-le-Roi leisure centre on the other side of the river.
From the Barbeau Forest to Champagne-sur-Seine
10.97 mi
+584 ft
-531 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
The Barbeau State Forest, as you follow the PR® route, offers magnificent views of the Seine. A stop in Héricy, with its 13th-century church and historic centre near the riverbanks. Views of the Île aux Barbiers as you walk along the Seine. A short climb towards the Rocher de Samoreau via the GR®2, then a return via Champagne-sur-Seine station.
From Fontaine-le-Port to Champagne-sur-Seine via the hillsides on the right bank
11.07 mi
+538 ft
-495 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station high up on the right bank of the Seine, offering beautiful views of the river and the nearby Forest of Fontainebleau. The first and last thirds of the hike follow paths that wind through the forest. In between, the route alternates between fields, woods and residential areas, with some interesting heritage sites.
From Fontaine-le-Port to Melun via the Cave locks
7.88 mi
+82 ft
-72 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, in two stages. In the first part, you climb slightly and stroll along a narrow path offering beautiful views of the Seine. The stretch above the Cave locks can be a spectacular sight at high water. In the second, less varied section, you follow the Seine along a tarmac path where you can admire some ‘stunning’ houses dating from the Belle Époque.
Fontainebleau forest: Croix du Calvaire, Denecourt Tower and Sponge Rock
4.53 mi
+351 ft
-341 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
It is a short, relatively easy circuit exploring some curiosities of the forest of Fontainebleau around the Avon SNCF train station, namely the views over the Croix du Calvaire, the Sponge Rock, Denecourt Tower and fountains. One could also call it the fountain circuit.
Circular Dénécourt around Fontainebleau-Avon
8.80 mi
+558 ft
-558 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
Circular route along the Dénécourt trails, accessible by train. Visit to the Roche Éponge and the fountains. Beautiful views from the Dénécourt Tower and the two vantage points at Rocher Cassepot. A circular walk through the fascinating rocks of Mont Ussy. Enjoy the forest, walk amongst the rocks, and take in varied landscapes; a change of scenery just a stone’s throw from the city. An easy walk, almost entirely under the trees, on marked trails.
From Fontainebleau to Milly-la-Forêt through the forest.
17.60 mi
+794 ft
-823 ft
8h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
Twenty-seventh stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11, connecting Fontainebleau-Avon station to Milly-la-Forêt, after crossing the forests of Fontainebleau and Trois Pignons due west, via Arbonne-la-Forêt between the two massifs. This stage requires an overnight stay in Milly-la-Forêt or the surrounding area before reaching Ballancourt the next day. There are a few hotels and guesthouses available in the vicinity.
From station to station, from Fontainebleau to Bois-le-Roi
9.83 mi
+627 ft
-607 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy route on marked paths, passing several interesting points of interest: monuments, Roche Éponge, springs, Tour Dénécourt, Mares Froideau, Rocher Cassepot, Rocher Saint-Germain, Grotte aux Cristaux, Mare à Piat, Butte Saint-Louis and Petit Mont. Most of the route is in the shade, with beautiful trees.
From Fontainebleau (train station) to Montigny-sur-Loing (train station) in a short day
9.12 mi
+449 ft
-433 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
A succession of beautiful, long, shaded and sunny paths between two rocky outcrops. Discover the natural diversity of the Fontainebleau Massif with minimal road crossings.
From Fontainebleau to Fontaine-le-Port via the Denecourt Tower
7.66 mi
+236 ft
-322 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Avon (Seine-et-Marne)
From one fountain to another... The first half of this hike from station to station takes you through the Forest of Fontainebleau, with its boulders, several fountains, the Roche Éponge and the Tour Dencourt, which offers a panoramic view. Then you follow the Seine, first to Samois with its numerous barges, then along the edge of the forest.
The north-east of the Forest of Fontainebleau and the banks of the Seine
12.73 mi
+308 ft
-282 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
Route along the Seine from Chartrettes to Samois-sur-Seine, followed by a walk through part of the Forest of Fontainebleau. A visit to the cemetery in Samois allows you to see the grave of Django Reinhardt.
Mont Ussy, Rocher Cassepot and Tour Denecourt
9.33 mi
+463 ft
-446 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
The best of the Denecourt-Colinet trails nos. 1, 2 and 3 in a day's hike! The Croix d'Augas, the rocks of Mont Ussy, the Solle racecourse, the Rocher Cassepot, the Denecourt Tower, the Circuit des Fontaines, and return via the beautiful viewpoint of the Croix du Calvaire.
N.B. As is often the case with the Denecourt-Colinet trails, the automatic calculation underestimates the twists and turns in the rocks: allow for 17 km and 250 m of elevation gain, or 5 hours.
La Mare aux Évées and Rocher Cuvier-Chatillon
9.74 mi
+443 ft
-443 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
This loop is accessible by public transport and showcases several aspects of the Forest of Fontainebleau: forest stands of various species, ponds and rocky outcrops. The superb viewpoint at Camp de Chailly is a great place to stop for a break.
From Bois-le-Roi to Boissise-le-Roi via the Mare aux Évées
10.61 mi
+62 ft
-180 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, the first half of which takes place entirely in the northern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau, with a passage through the rocky chaos of Rocher Canon and then to the mysterious Mare aux Évées. The route then becomes much more urban, passing through several residential areas. It finally ends on the Seine towpath.
From Mare aux Évées to Rocher Saint-Germain
11.34 mi
+495 ft
-472 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
Hike through vast woodlands interspersed with rocky outcrops such as Rocher Canon, Cuvier Chatillon and Rocher Saint-Germain.
A grand tour of the Fontainebleau Forest
11.73 mi
+545 ft
-538 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
The Fontainebleau Forest is one of the most beautiful forests in France thanks to its varied landscapes and, above all, its sandstone blocks. This hike, which passes through the Cuvier-Châtillon rocks, the Apremont gorges and the rocks of Mont Ussy, will allow you to appreciate all its beauty but also its fragility, due to both natural erosion and that caused by heavy human traffic, given its proximity to the Paris region.
Walk in the north of the Forest of Fontainebleau
7.02 mi
+397 ft
-377 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
From Bois-le-Roi to Fontainebleau, walk between forest and rocks far from the beaten track
From Bois-le-Roi to Le Vaudoué
17.81 mi
+797 ft
-823 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bois-le-Roi (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
This stage of the GR®1 connects Bois-le-Roi to Le Vaudoué. It is the only stage that does not end at a train station. This hike is unique in that it crosses the Forest of Fontainebleau and its many beautiful rocks. There are several points of interest along this section, which is entirely forested: the tree at Carrefour des Longues Vallées, the rocks at Cuvier Chatillon, the viewpoint at Gorges d'Apremont and Gorges de Franchard (worth visiting if you don't mind walking a little further), as well as the Chapel of Prieuré Notre-Dame de Franchard and the church at Vaudoué.
Route of the 11 ponds in the Forest of Fontainebleau
18.42 mi
+719 ft
-764 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
Discover eleven ponds as you explore many iconic locations in the Forest of Fontainebleau: Gros Fouteau, Hauteurs de la Vallée de la Solle, Mare aux Ligueurs, Mare aux Bouleaux, Fontaine Sanguinède, Croix du Gand Veneur, Chaos d'Apremont, Mare aux Sangliers, Rocher Cuvier Chatillon, Mare aux Canards, à Dagneau, à Piat, Longues vallées, Rocher Canon, Mare aux Evées, aux Cerfs, Plaine de Bois-le-Roi, de Samois, Mare du Marchais, Samois-sur-Seine, Île du Berceau, la Tour Denecourt.
On the corniche and along the banks of the Seine from Champagne-sur-Seine
6.11 mi
+243 ft
-243 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Champagne-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A loop offering beautiful views of the Seine and its valley! After an initial section in the forest, the trail follows a pleasant path along the riverbank, offering superb panoramic views. The hike ends on the banks of the Seine, with a picturesque passage on the small island of Basses Godernes.
From Champagne-sur-Seine to Bourron-Marlotte via the Restant du Long Rocher
12.28 mi
+781 ft
-712 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Champagne-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, mainly through a section of the Fontainebleau Forest that is not among the most frequented. The forest route alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through rocky terrain. Before that, the crossing of Thomery offers beautiful heritage sites, including its grape walls and some beautiful views of the Seine.
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