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From Us to Bréançon (circular route)
Visorando Member
14.82 mi
+771 ft
-781 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Us (Val-d'Oise)
A circular route which, on the outward journey, follows theGR®1from Us to Bréançon via Marines, a village in the Vexin region. The return to Us allows you to explore Cormeilles-en-Vexin and cross the Viosne, a tributary of the Oise, once again.
Circular route between Us and Sagy
14.07 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Us (Val-d'Oise)
Circular route which, on the outward leg, follows theGR®1from Us to Sagy. The route takes you through part of the Aubette Valley. On both the outward and return legs, you pass through the village of Vigny, home to its castle, well-known to film buffs.
The Viosne Valley around Us
8.88 mi
+440 ft
-446 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Us (Val-d'Oise)
Alternating between cultivated fields and forest edges, this hike follows the Viosne River. For a little over 2 km, the route follows the route of an ancient Roman road, the Chaussée Jules César.
Loop in the Vexin region starting from Santeuil
8.74 mi
+292 ft
-276 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Santeuil (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
Pass through beautiful traditional villages, across fields and woods, via the Étang and Moulin de Vallières, ending along the Viosne.
The Viosne Valley around Santeuil
7.47 mi
+479 ft
-459 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Santeuil (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
This hike through woods and fields offers beautiful views of the Viosne Valley, a small river that flows through the Vexin Français from north to south, with interesting heritage in the village of Brignancourt and a possible stop at the edge of a beautiful pond.
Sagy circular starting from Vigny
7.94 mi
+348 ft
-344 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vigny (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
A circular route in the French Vexin, mainly through fields. Starting from the church in Vigny, the route passes through the villages of Sagy and Longuesse, each with their own church.
Théméricourt loop starting from Vigny
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.28 mi
+213 ft
-203 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vigny (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
A loop starting from Vigny via Théméricourt and Avernes.
Les Buttes du Rosne starting from Marines
12.83 mi
+974 ft
-968 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Val-d'Oise
Come and explore the paths and forests on a circular hike that starts in Marines and passes through Neuilly-en-Vexin, Chavençon, Les Buttes du Rosne, Le Heaulme and Le Rosnel.
Circular route around the Viosne and the Chaussée Jules César
17.37 mi
+837 ft
-860 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Cormeilles-en-Vexin (Val-d'Oise)
A mountain bike ride of around 25km, passing through fields, woods and pretty villages along the Viosne and Couleuvre rivers (Santeuil, Brignancourt, Le Perchay, Ableiges).
A lovely spot for a break halfway along the route at the Étang de la Vallière for a picnic.
No major difficulties to speak of, apart from a short path through the woods near Santeuil and a return route via the road from Ableiges to Cormeilles (though other options are available).
The Chaussée Jules César and the Coteaux de la Viosne
7.47 mi
+486 ft
-486 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-l'Aillerie (Val-d'Oise)
A hike on the slopes of both banks of the Viosne, alternating between cultivated fields, woodland and charming villages. For about 3 kilometres, the route follows the course of an ancient Roman road, the Chaussée Jules César. There is a rich heritage to discover along the way: mills, a castle, churches, crosses, wash houses and beautiful houses.
To the west of Marines
7.47 mi
+243 ft
-230 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Val-d'Oise
A pleasant walk through fields and woods. Walkers will be surprised by the changing landscapes and colours.
Around Boissy-l'Aillerie
8.41 mi
+404 ft
-413 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-l'Aillerie (Val-d'Oise)
Between town and countryside, this walk is mainly marked by yellow PR® markers.
The Heights of Boissy-l'Aillerie
4.55 mi
+285 ft
-282 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Boissy-l'Aillerie (Val-d'Oise)
A pleasant walk starting from Boissy-l'Aillerie station, through the wooded and grain-growing areas of the Vexin plateau.
Circular around the Aubette Valley
13.17 mi
+558 ft
-558 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Sagy (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
A circular route for a day's hike. Starting from Sagy, you will pass through Saillancourt, Villette, Condécourt, Longuesse and Vigny.
Bréançon - Le Heaulme circular
5.58 mi
+299 ft
-308 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bréançon (Val-d'Oise)
A varied hike through woods and fields with two beautiful churches in Bréançon and Le Heaulme. Lovely views over vast fields of green wheat, dotted here and there with red poppies. It's a shame there's a bit too much road.
Loop around Commeny
8.31 mi
+243 ft
-259 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Commeny (Val-d'Oise)
An easy loop around Commeny via Le Perchay and the Chaussée Jules César.
From Cergy to Valmondois along the Oise
13.98 mi
+253 ft
-528 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Cergy (Val-d'Oise)
A hike from station to station with the Oise as the guiding thread. You will cross several wooded parks and follow the river for a long time, mostly on a right of way. At the end of the route, the passage through Auvers-sur-Oise is an opportunity to evoke the famous painter Vincent Van Gogh.
From Chars to Bornel via the Rosne hills
21.42 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,257 ft
10h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
This is the eighth stage of the Grand Tour de l'Île-de-France on the GR®11, starting from Chars station in the Val d'Oise and heading towards Bornel-Belle-Église station in the Oise, through the north-eastern part of the French Vexin and the borders of the Pays de Thelle. This stage is unique in that it runs along the border between the Val d'Oise and Oise departments, with roughly 50% of the route on each side. The proposed itinerary passes through the Buttes de Rosne, the highest natural point in Île-de-France, although it deviates slightly from the GR® for this.
The Viosne Valley around Chars
7.64 mi
+341 ft
-361 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
A pleasant and varied hike in the heart of the French Vexin. The route begins with a circular route north of Chars, between fields, meadows and small woods. After the beautiful church of Chars, there are alternating ascents and descents on the slopes of the south bank of the Viosne. The church and old mill in Brignancourt are a heritage stop before heading up the right bank of the Viosne along the edge of a wetland.
Loop departing from Chars
6.31 mi
+341 ft
-338 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Chars (Val-d'Oise)
Walk starting from Chars SNCF station passing the Château de Saint-Cyr-sur-Chars.
On the way back to Chars there is a narrow pedestrian passage that starts with a staircase.
From Cergy Saint-Christophe to Conflans-Sainte-Honorine
10.63 mi
+161 ft
-410 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cergy (Val-d'Oise)
A walk starting from the new town of Cergy will take you past the circular bends of the Oise, the Cergy leisure centre and its ponds, and the old villages of Vauréal, Jouy-le-Moutier and Neuville-sur-Oise in the Val d'Oise. You will arrive in the Yvelines at Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, the capital of inland waterway transport at the confluence of the Seine and the Oise.
The ‘Eight’ of Neuilly-en-Vexin
8.24 mi
+443 ft
-436 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Neuilly-en-Vexin (Val-d'Oise)
A walk consisting of two circular routes, starting from the beautiful church in Neuilly-en-Vexin. The route alternates between cultivated fields and woodland.
Osny circular to Boissy-l'Aillerie
5.73 mi
+187 ft
-184 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Osny (Val-d'Oise)
The hike begins in front of Osny Town Hall in the beautiful setting of Château Grouchy and its park bordered by a pond. The walk heads north-west to the town of Boissy-l'Aillerie, returning south and then east to the starting point via Grouchy Park.
Much of the route is away from roads with motor traffic.
The Bois de Galluis forest, starting from Frémainville
5.85 mi
+443 ft
-453 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Frémainville (Val-d'Oise)
This mainly forest hike will take you to the Galluis Regional Forest, then on to the village of Frémainville, where you will discover some interesting heritage sites. It is best to do this walk during the dry season.
Tessancourt-sur-Aubette
16.09 mi
+889 ft
-860 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Tessancourt-sur-Aubette (Yvelines)
A water-themed hike: from the meanders of the Aubette to the springs that enliven the Vexin region.
Heritage along the Brillante and Bernon rivers
10.73 mi
+784 ft
-787 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Seraincourt (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
This walk will take you along streams and through countryside, valleys and paths to discover the heritage of three charming villages. Beautiful views are also on the menu for this walk.
The highest point of Île-de-France
4.73 mi
+325 ft
-335 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chavençon (Oise)
From a quiet little village, the path climbs and winds around Les Buttes de Rosne, the highest point in Île-de-France. Shaded and easy, this family-friendly route, which passes through vast chestnut groves rich in flora and fauna, will delight young and old alike.
From Chavençon to the Château de Saint-Cyr sur Chars
5.37 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chavençon (Oise)
This lovely walk takes you to a Neolithic menhir called the Pierre Frite, then to a small, well-preserved castle set in lush green surroundings. Beautiful rolling landscapes can be enjoyed throughout this hike.
The Jardins de la Douaye from Gaillon-sur-Montcient
5.92 mi
+499 ft
-499 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Gaillon-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
A walk between Gaillon-sur-Montcient and Tessancourt-sur-Aubette to discover different aspects of the Vexin region, as well as the Jardin de la Douaye (Vexin flora, photo exhibitions), a perfect spot for a break along the route.
Jambville and the Montcient Valley
14.85 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,476 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Jambville (Yvelines)
A hike in the heart of the Vexin Regional Nature Park.
Loop starting from Jambville
7.43 mi
+666 ft
-663 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Jambville (Yvelines)
A loop starting from the National Scout Centre in Jambville. The very hilly route is marked in yellow.
Circular route between Vaux-sur-Seine and Triel-sur-Seine
13.04 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,168 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Vaux-sur-Seine (Yvelines)
A circular route which, on the outward journey, follows theGR®1from Vaux-sur-Seine to Triel-sur-Seine. On the return journey, the route passes through Chanteloup-les-Vignes. Overall, the route circles the Forêt de l'Hautil.
Circular route between Vaux-sur-Seine and Sagy
12.88 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,027 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Vaux-sur-Seine (Yvelines)
A circular route which, on the outward journey, follows theGR®1from Vaux-sur-Seine to Sagy. The route passes very close to the Châteaux de Villette and Vaux. Before reaching the finish, the route runs alongside the Seine for a few hundred metres.
Countryside and churches of the Vexin region, starting from Nucourt
7.84 mi
+413 ft
-400 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Nucourt (Val-d'Oise)
A very pleasant route in the Vexin countryside with, along the way, three beautiful medieval churches featuring Romanesque and Gothic elements.
Circular starting from Nucourt
5.93 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Nucourt (Val-d'Oise)
A short hike starting from Nucourt, in the French Vexin region. At the start of this route, you will pass close (100m) to the church of Nucourt, which is unusual in that it is not located in the centre of the village.
The vineyards of Jouy-le-Moutier
5.19 mi
+282 ft
-282 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Jouy-le-Moutier (Val-d'Oise)
This circular walk takes you on a journey of discovery through the four vineyards of Jouy-le-Moutier. You will learn about the past activities of this hillside with its old limestone quarries, the former CGB railway line that linked Pontoise to Poissy, the Jouy-le-Moutier menhir and two wash houses.
Lavilletertre circular loop via Bouconvillier
5.67 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lavilletertre (Oise)
A varied walk through fields and forests. Discover several ponds, many of which are populated by water birds: herons, moorhens, ducks, geese, coots... The two villages you pass through offer some picturesque streets typical of the French Vexin region, as well as two beautiful churches.
Along the Oise between Jouy-le-Moutier and Vauréal
4.04 mi
+262 ft
-269 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Jouy-le-Moutier (Val-d'Oise)
A short walk, where heritage sites (churches, wash houses, covered walkway) alternate with a path along the Oise river.
From Meulan to Triel, from station to station
8.01 mi
+758 ft
-725 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Meulan-en-Yvelines (Yvelines)
A lovely walk along the banks of the Seine, passing through pretty villages such as Evecquemont. The starting point and finishing point are two stations on the same SNCF line.
From Thun-le-Paradis to Mantes via Brueil-en-Vexin
18.17 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,243 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Meulan-en-Yvelines (Yvelines)
A long hike from station to station, alternating between the banks of the Seine, forests, fields, towns and villages, offering numerous views of the Seine and the French Vexin. The route, dotted with historical landmarks, also serves as a reminder that heavy fighting took place in the region in August 1944.
The Avenue Verte in Vauréal, return via the Cergy ponds
5.38 mi
+141 ft
-164 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Jouy-le-Moutier (Val-d'Oise)
The route follows the Avenue Verte (Paris-London cycle route) from Jouy-le-Moutier to Vauréal. After crossing the Oise at the major axis, it returns via the Cergy ponds and the towpath to the Pont de Neuville bridge.
Grand tour of the Buttes de Rosne
6.70 mi
+591 ft
-591 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Neuville-Bosc (Oise)
This is a very pleasant walk through a varied forest, often along the edge between fields and woods. You will discover superb panoramic views of the Vexin region. Crossing Chavençon, a small village lost in the countryside, is a very enjoyable experience.
Les Buttes de Rosne by Sarah Bernhardt
6.35 mi
+597 ft
-597 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Neuville-Bosc (Oise)
A very bucolic walk in the heights of the French Vexin, passing close to the highest point in the Ile-de-France region. A beautiful forest to cross until you reach the house that was once inhabited by Sarah Bernhardt. Return through the fields across a beautiful landscape at the edge of Picardy.
Walk between Vexin and Oise
10.57 mi
+663 ft
-640 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Neuville-Bosc (Oise)
The route follows roads, but these are very quiet and offer beautiful scenery of the region around Haravillier. Return via theGR®11. This hike is recommended when the paths are muddy or impassable and/or when hunters have taken over the walking areas.
The banks of the Seine from Oinville-sur-Montcient
8.04 mi
+830 ft
-830 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Oinville-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
A walk through the woods and plains of the French Vexin, to admire the banks of the Seine and Île Verte.
Around Neuville-Bosc
6.37 mi
+384 ft
-361 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Neuville-Bosc (Oise)
An easy and varied walk between Vexin and Picardy. The paths are very easy to follow and there are very few roads to cross. The walk starts in Cresnes, a small, quiet hamlet.
From Meulan to Mantes-la-Jolie through woods and fields on the right bank
13.51 mi
+738 ft
-748 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Hardricourt (Yvelines)
A long hike from station to station that veers away from the Seine Valley (which is not particularly suitable for hiking in this area) and climbs to higher ground. The route alternates between wooded sections and stretches through fields with sweeping views. There is a wealth of heritage to discover, with two beautiful Romanesque churches in the first part and, towards the end and as a grand finale, the Gothic Collegiate Church of Mantes-la-Jolie.
The Bois de la Chartre from Oinville-sur-Montcient
6.61 mi
+712 ft
-702 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Oinville-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
A walk almost entirely through woodland, between the Montcient Valley and the Seine Valley.
Lionel’s forgotten paths
6.97 mi
+489 ft
-515 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Oinville-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
This is a route for walkers who enjoy charming, forgotten little paths that make you forget you’re only 50 km from Paris; however, the route is sometimes unclear, requiring careful attention (Visorando app recommended). These paths are not always regularly maintained: bare legs are not recommended.
Moulin Brûlé and Bois des Cailloux
5.64 mi
+545 ft
-535 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Oinville-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
At the southern edge of the French Vexin, a loop that starts along the Montcient river, with the old Moulin Brûlé, and then alternates between ascents and descents in the woods or between fields.
La Cave aux Fées and the Côteaux de la Montcient
6.19 mi
+463 ft
-446 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Oinville-sur-Montcient (Yvelines)
In the southern French Vexin region, this circuit takes you through fields and woods, playing leapfrog with the River Montcient. The Cave aux Fées, a covered passage dating from 2500 BC, bears witness to ancient human occupation. A dovecote, an old water mill and several wash houses are also worth seeing.
From Dalibray to the Seine from Hardricourt
6.48 mi
+554 ft
-554 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Hardricourt (Yvelines)
This walk can be started from Meulan-Hardricourt station and follows marked paths for a good part of the way, even if they are not always easy to identify, particularly the access tothe GR® 2. During this walk, you can see the church of Hardricourt, pass through fields, see La Défense, enjoy the undergrowth, admire the pretty village of Mézy-sur-Seine and, if you are feeling adventurous, dip your feet in the water (in summer) and enjoy the banks of the Seine.
Please note that in cold weather, some sections of the forest may be muddy and difficult to walk on.
Cergy Ponds and Megaliths
8.06 mi
+509 ft
-512 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Neuville-sur-Oise (Val-d'Oise)
Set off to explore the three megaliths listed as historic monuments on the circular Oise route: two menhirs and a covered passageway, as well as the banks of the Oise, a pond, woods, a wash house, two wells, a fountain, the Axe Majeur and scenic viewpoints.
The wash houses of the Oise circular
7.30 mi
+203 ft
-203 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Neuville-sur-Oise (Val-d'Oise)
This walk takes you past numerous wash houses fed by springs located on the circular Oise in the municipalities of Jouy-le-Moutier, Vauréal and Cergy. Along the way, you will discover the Jouy-le-Moutier municipal park known as "Parc Raclet", the Rue des Blanchards and its curiosities, the old railway line that linked Pontoise to Poissy, the Axe Majeur, Gérard Philippe's house and the Cergy ponds leisure centre.
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