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Vexin walks
La Roche-Guyon: the castle, the forest, the flint cliffs
Visorando Member
9.56 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Amenucourt (Val-d'Oise)
A very varied hike that combines:
- Regional Forest of the Roche-Guyon,
- A beautiful, quiet valley,
- The town of La Roche and its castle,
- and finally, a scenic route overlooking the Seine.
The Oise Valley of landscape painters
8.03 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Auvers-sur-Oise (Val-d'Oise)
This hike passes through the villages of Auvers-sur-Oise, Valmondois and Butry-sur-Oise, alternating between countryside and the banks of the Oise. All these places have provided numerous subjects for landscape painters, notably Dupré, Daubigny and Pissarro, precursors of the Impressionists. Even today, visitors are struck by the charm of this region in all seasons.
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.
Woods and castles in the French Vexin
8.79 mi
+584 ft
-554 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Arthies (Val-d'Oise)
A mainly forest route which, as it winds its way through villages, passes no fewer than four castles dating from the 15th to the 18th centuries.
Chérence - Haute-Isle
4.17 mi
+440 ft
-459 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chérence (Val-d'Oise)
Loop starting from Chérence. The Seine, troglodyte dwellings and gliders. Pass through the Coteaux de la Seine reserve, which is closed for nesting from 1 March to 30 June.
The Dolmen of Bois Couturier
5.71 mi
+217 ft
-217 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Wy-dit-Joli-Village (Val-d'Oise)
The French Vexin region has numerous megalithic sites dating from the late third millennium B.C. This walk gives you the chance to visit a dolmen in a perfect state of preservation. As you stroll through the fields and woods, you will also be able to see some lovely churches and castles.
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.
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.
The Îlon Basin and the Bois de la Garenne
8.61 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-la-Garenne (Yvelines)
A hike with varied landscapes, in the hollow of a bend in the Seine: views of the river banks, a vast stretch of water, a nature reserve and bird observatories, cultivated plains and, finally, a pleasant walk through the Bois de la Garenne.
In the hills of Bray-et-Lû
6.02 mi
+512 ft
-512 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Bray-et-Lû (Val-d'Oise)
This short hike allows you to discover the very hilly landscape between Ambleville, Bray-et-Lû and Chaussy. The view stretches far and wide and offers some superb panoramas. When the Vexin region feels like the Auvergne!
Around the confluence of the Sausseron and Oise rivers
11.26 mi
+358 ft
-331 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from L'Isle-Adam (Val-d'Oise)
A very varied hike through green valleys, cultivated plateaus and forests. Some beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the crossing of villages with interesting architectural heritage make it very enjoyable.
Around Lyons-La-Forêt
6.79 mi
+646 ft
-666 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lyons-la-Forêt (Eure)
A lovely walk through rolling countryside. Lyons-la-Forêt is a pretty old village, usually bustling with activity.
Covered walkways, churches and castles in the Epte Valley
10.72 mi
+827 ft
-823 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clair-sur-Epte (Val-d'Oise)
A hike rich in heritage, in the heart of the Vexin region and on the border between Île-de-France and Normandy. Alternating between fields and woods and playing leapfrog with the River Epte, you will come across no fewer than two covered walkways, a Romanesque church, the ruins of a medieval castle and a more recent castle.
The Dolmen des Trois Pierres and the Réveillon Valley
8.89 mi
+719 ft
-715 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Delincourt (Oise)
The main destination of this hike is an imposing Neolithic dolmen. Passing through woods and fields, it also offers the opportunity to discover two charming villages in the Réveillon Valley.
Boucle du Puits Fondu and discovery of the Trou à Morts
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.01 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Nesles-la-Vallée (Val-d'Oise)
The circuit starts by taking you along the Sausseron valley, then climbs up the hillside and continues through fields. You return to Nesles via paths through the woods.
The circuit also allows you to discover a unique site called the Trou à Morts.
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.
Château-Gaillard via Val Saint-Martin and the GR®2
6.67 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Les Andelys (Eure)
TheGR®2winds along the cliffs overlooking the Seine, descends into Les Andelys and climbs back up towards Château-Gaillard.
The Coteaux de l'Epte starting from Fourges
9.69 mi
+735 ft
-764 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Fourges (Eure)
A hike on the slopes of both banks of the Epte, straddling the Île-de-France and Normandy regions. The route alternates between fields and woodland and offers beautiful views of the Epte valley. There are two churches, a mill and a beautiful farmhouse with a dovecote to discover.
The Côte des deux Amants in Poses
3.48 mi
+577 ft
-604 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Poses (Eure)
The 2 Lovers' hike.
Les Andelys and its wooded surroundings
6.19 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,365 ft
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Les Andelys (Eure)
A lovely walk through the Seine Valley. From the top of the white cliffs, the view of Les Andelys dominated by Château Gaillard is unforgettable. The tall forest you pass through is colonised by ferns and sometimes looks like the beginning of the world as we imagine it.
The mills of Valmondois and the old railway line
5.31 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Valmondois (Val-d'Oise)
A pleasant hike along the Sausseron, a small stream in Valmondois, past the mills and back via the steam tramway museum and its old railway line.
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.
Montjavoult and Parnes
7.91 mi
+584 ft
-587 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from Montjavoult (Oise)
A bucolic walk on the edge of the French Vexin, between woods and fields, from hill to hill. Panoramic views of the Normandy countryside.
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.
Loop around Brueil-en-Vexin
6.16 mi
+384 ft
-390 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Brueil-en-Vexin (Yvelines)
Starting from the charming village of Brueil en Vexin, you will pass La Cave aux Fées, a Neolithic burial site dating from around 2000 BCE. Then, through a varied, hilly landscape, you will discover a few hamlets and a village with its wash house and old bridge.
La Croix des Friches and the Forest of La Tour du Lay
5.65 mi
+449 ft
-469 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Parmain (Val-d'Oise)
The Croix des Friches dates from the Middle Ages and marked the boundary between the communes of Parmain and Nesles-la-Vallée. The beautiful Forêt de la Tour du Lay is home to a Neolithic polishing stone. A hike mainly through woodland, with a few sections between cultivated fields.
Cléry-en-Vexin - Guiry - Wy-dit-Joli-Village loop
5.03 mi
+256 ft
-262 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Cléry-en-Vexin (Val-d'Oise)
Discover three pretty villages in the French Vexin region with beautiful churches, a stunning castle and varied landscapes of fields, sunny hillsides and even pine forests.
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.
Chambly, Gandicourt, Ronquerolles loop
6.01 mi
+243 ft
-213 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Chambly (Oise)
A 10-kilometre loop to be done on foot starting from Parc Chantemesse in Chambly. There are no major difficulties and the section along the river is very pleasant.
Short loop around Lainville-en-Vexin
3.74 mi
+318 ft
-325 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lainville-en-Vexin (Yvelines)
A short hike in the rolling landscape of the French Vexin, among woods, fields and meadows that are home to many horses.
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.
Loop around Guernes
7.31 mi
+98 ft
-125 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Guernes (Yvelines)
During your walk, you will follow the Seine and one of its branches, as well as waterways that are home to various species of birds.
A short tour of the village of Guernes is also planned.
Théméricourt loop starting from Vigny
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.
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.
Around Villarceaux
6.85 mi
+299 ft
-295 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chaussy (Val-d'Oise) (Val-d'Oise)
This varied walk first takes you to Chaussy, a charming little village in the French Vexin region, then to the green hills that surround it. Later on, you will discover the Château de Villarceaux and its gardens. Allergy sufferers will complain about having to walk along the road for a while, which unfortunately cannot be avoided. On the other hand, you will discover some magnificent places and perhaps, like us, you will be lucky enough to see a deer leaping through the wheat fields.
Loop through the villages starting from Nesles-la-Vallée
8.82 mi
+466 ft
-456 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Nesles-la-Vallée (Val-d'Oise)
A circular route through five villages in the Vexin Regional Park, partly following the old Valmondois Marines railway line, a secondary line that closed in the 1950s but whose old stations are still visible.
Between Maudétour and Genainville in the Vexin Regional Nature Park
7.41 mi
+397 ft
-404 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Maudétour-en-Vexin (Val-d'Oise)
This varied walk invites you to discover some aspects of the Vexin region: charming villages full of flowers, rolling countryside, small streams, refreshing woodland, varied flora and a Gallo-Roman site.
Loop starting from Bennecourt via Vexin and Giverny
12.03 mi
+922 ft
-919 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bennecourt (Yvelines)
This hike will allow you to discover numerous panoramic views of the Seine hillsides and theGR®2trail between Sainte-Geneviève-lès-Gasny and Giverny. Countryside and forest will also be on the menu. You will also come across several churches and wash houses.
Four villages in the heart of the French Vexin
7.02 mi
+495 ft
-495 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Hédouville (Val-d'Oise)
A circular starting from Hédouville takes you through Hodan, Messelan and Frouville.
The Bois de la Tour du Lay
7.62 mi
+486 ft
-466 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Champagne-sur-Oise (Val-d'Oise)
A circular route alternating between tarmac roads, dirt tracks and forest paths, which takes you around the Bois de la Tour du Lay from Champagne-sur-Oise and offers views of the Oise valley. Along the way, you will pass a Neolithic polishing stone. The Bois de la Tour du Lay is classified as a departmental forest and bears the name of an old parish. This area is classified as a natural zone of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest (ZNIEFF).
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.
Vexin and the cliffs of the Seine
13.57 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,371 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Heuqueville (Eure)
This hike takes you across the agricultural plateau of the Norman Vexin, wooded valleys andGR® along the cliffs of the Seine, with superb panoramic views of the Seine valley.
In the Andelle Valley
10.47 mi
+686 ft
-682 ft
5h 25
Easy
Departure from Croisy-sur-Andelle (Seine-Maritime)
An easy hike. Suitable in all weathers. However, best done when it is very hot as most of the route is shaded by vegetation.
Circular of Château Gaillard via the Vézillon valley from Les Andelys
5.20 mi
+518 ft
-528 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Les Andelys (Eure)
A circular starting from Les Andelys allows you to enjoy the Normandy countryside and discover Château Gaillard in an unusual way.
Beautiful view of the circular Seine.
Around Menouville
7.27 mi
+322 ft
-302 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Menouville (Val-d'Oise)
A very pleasant walk that begins along the surrounding wall of a castle beautifully set in its grounds. The walk takes you through the hamlet of Héréville with its beautiful houses and charming tranquillity. Although the route ends on a road, it is very quiet and the narrowness of the road forces cars to drive at a speed that makes them very tolerable.
From the Lyons Forest to the Andelle
7.87 mi
+778 ft
-764 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vascœuil (Eure)
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.
The Palous fields
9.37 mi
+413 ft
-384 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Auvers-sur-Oise (Val-d'Oise)
A circular starting from Auvers-sur-Oise that follows the ravine through the valleys, then climbs up to Hérouville and passes through the Palous and Chaponval fields before returning to Auvers.
From Saint-Jean Chapel to Lyons-la-Forêt
7.64 mi
+325 ft
-318 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lyons-la-Forêt (Eure)
A lovely walk in the forest of Lyons-la-Forêt with a stop in one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Blackcurrant bushes on the slopes of the Epte
8.63 mi
+262 ft
-272 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Courcelles-lès-Gisors (Oise)
On the hillsides and then along the banks of the River Epte, the former border between France and Normandy, this hike offers extensive panoramic views and a rich heritage. On the hillsides, the landscape is strongly marked by the presence of vast blackcurrant plantations.
Forest, castle and view of the circular Seine at La Roche-Guyon
3.61 mi
+479 ft
-449 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from La Roche-Guyon (Val-d'Oise)
Starting from the foot of the castle, climb along the cliff, walk through the forest and enjoy a beautiful view of the circular bends in the Seine. On the way back, explore the village.