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The Forts of Écouen and Domont loop trail
A hike starting from Écouen, passing through Piscop and skirting Sarcelles Saint-Brice and Villiers-le-Bel, between the two forts of Écouen and Domont, the Écouen Regional Forest and the Montmorency State Forest, two churches, castles, urban areas, a little farmland and deciduous plantations.
Ecouen Ezanville
Country walk through woods, town and plains, starting from Ecouen Castle.
Circular from station to station through the Montmorency Forest and the Château de la Chasse.
A circular loop from station to station accessible via line H. Starting from the town of Bouffémont, it takes you into the Montmorency Forest and on to the Château de la Chasse and its pond. Before and after the château, the route follows various forest trails in the shade of century-old trees.
The Forêt de Montmorency and its Southwest border
A walk in the larger Val d'Oise forest, located only 20 kilometres north of Paris. Chestnut trees are plentiful in this hilly area with ponds and historical sites. A walk to the southwest border will let you discover some interesting features of the local heritage.
The Château de la Chasse
Half-day hike of moderate difficulty from Château de la Chasse to Montlignon.
Château de la Chasse
Short hike with a relatively low elevation gain over 7 km in the Montlignon Forest.
Moderator's addition on 08/03/2021: the description does not seem to be sufficient to follow this route. A GPS or the Visorando app may be useful
A corner of the L'Isle-Adam Forest via the churches of Montsoult and Maffliers
A hike through the south-western part of the L'Isle-Adam Forest, where you will encounter some remarkable trees and beautiful heritage sites in Montsoult and Maffliers.
Île Saint-Denis
In the footsteps of the Impressionists, an urban route mostly along the banks of the Seine, through the Parc Départemental de l'Île Saint-Denis. At the end of the route, the Basilica of Saint-Denis adds a superb touch of heritage to this short walk.
Loop in the Montmorency Forest
Starting from the Route du Faîte, this is a very hilly hike in the Montmorency Forest, passing by the Château de la Chasse.
The Isle-Adam National Forest and its southern edge
Discover the Isle-Adam National Forest and the agricultural landscapes of the Val d'Oise on its southern edge. The route alternates between forest paths and wide, rolling hills amid cultivated fields and meadows.
The Parc des Chanteraines and the Promenade Bleue
An itinerary almost entirely surrounded by greenery in a densely urbanised area! The circular paths within the park are complemented by a walk along the banks of the Seine. The charming Jardin Ombre et Lumière (Shadow and Light Garden) and the reed beds of the lake are sure to delight enthusiasts.
Between the forests of Montmorency and L'Isle-Adam
Route north of the Montmorency forest, crossing the unspoilt valleys of Montubois and Chauvry. Views of the Oise Valley. Church and half-timbered houses in Villiers-Adam, calvary, hoof wash and fountain in Béthemont-la-Forêt.
A walk in the Montmorency forest
A pleasant circular with a moderate elevation gain, in the chestnut grove of one of the green lungs of the Ile-de-France region. In autumn, families can come and collect chestnuts.
Around Marly-la-Ville via Hérivaux
A hike alternating between countryside, forest and villages. The route passes in front of Hérivaux Castle, the abbey and the remains of an old 13th-century mill (a marker indicates the location of the mill). Cross the village of Bellefontaine with the banks of the Ysieux and the lake.
Tours and detours in Saint-Ouen
This urban route offers a taste of what can be found in the inner suburbs of Paris: lively streets; markets; old townhouses; state schools; post-war buildings in varying states of repair; more recent tower blocks; old workshops and a few factories still in place; green spaces; rapidly changing neighbourhoods. Add to that a stroll through the famous flea market, a lovely view of the Seine, and a brief glimpse of the legendary Stade Bauer.
Coye Forest and Hérivaux Abbey in Luzarches
A very varied walk north-east of Luzarches: peaceful valleys, beautiful trees in the Forest of Coye and the remains of the former Abbey of Hérivaux, where B. Constant lived (after largely destroying it...)
The walk mainly follows marked paths (PR® at the start, thenGR®1andGR® 655).
Very peaceful despite the proximity of Paris.
Short tour of the Isle Adam Forest from Nerville-la-Forêt
From Nerville-la-Forêt, take a short hike in the Forêt de l'Isles Adam with visits to three villages and three churches. This hike is popular in summer when it is hot thanks to the cool shade of the trees in this forest, and also in winter as the ground is not too muddy.
The fish route in Paris
Until the advent of the railway, fishmongers brought fish to Paris from the ports of the North Sea and the English Channel in horse-drawn convoys. Their route through Paris, as far as Les Halles, has left its mark in the names of a number of lanes that this urban itinerary more or less follows, with a few detours through streets and alleyways that deserve it.
Les Grandes Carrières, Les Épinettes and Les Batignolles
A journey through the northern districts of Paris in a new light, with the old Petite Ceinture railway line as a common thread. The many flower-filled passages, squares and gardens allow us to forget the hustle and bustle of the capital for a while.
From Luzarches to Fosses via the Forest of Coye and the Pierre Longue
Starting mainly in the forest and then crossing fields on good paths, this hike from station to station has its share of remarkable sights. You can enjoy an old market hall, two beautiful churches, a dovecote, a spring and a menhir, as well as a natural curiosity, the two intertwined trees in the Forest of Coye.
Luzarches, hamlets and wash houses
All the treasures of the local heritage: wash houses, bell towers, streams, etc.
Alleyways, footpaths and passages in Pantin, Le Pré Saint-Gervais and Les Lilas
This is an exotic and green route on the outskirts of Paris, in a highly urbanised environment. The first part takes you through small streets, passageways and "villas", with small houses of diverse architecture and some street art. After crossing two wooded parks, the route runs alongside the Canal de l'Ourcq and ends in the Parc de la Villette.
In the heights of Paris: Buttes Chaumont, Butte Bergeyre, Belleville
The third stage of this urban journey crosses the north-eastern districts of Paris, including the lively Belleville neighbourhood. We wind our way through the Parc des Buttes Chaumont and then climb the discreet Butte Bergeyre, which offers an original view of Montmartre. We then pass by the Rue Piat viewpoint, which offers a panoramic view. A few touches of urban heritage and street art, as well as a walk along the Canal Saint-Martin, complete the picture.
The Carnelle Forest from Viarmes
The Carnelle National Forest is a forest located on a hill 25 km north of Paris. Its summit (altitude 210 m) is one of the highest points in the Val d'Oise. The variety of its landscapes makes it one of the most pleasant sites in the region.
This hike follows part of the northern flank of the forest, allowing you to discover some interesting features of the forest and its surroundings.
Old Asnières and the Genevilliers greenway
A hike from station to station in two stages. First, we zigzag through old Asnières, passing through squares and discovering a rich heritage. Then, we walk along the paths of the Gennevilliers green corridor, which winds its way through a highly urbanised setting.
Walk in Montmartre
Enjoy visiting one of Paris' gems and exploring legendary sites. There are a few nice hills to climb along the way.
Three covered walkways around Presles
As the title suggests, this hike takes in three covered walkways, two of which are among the most remarkable in the Ile-de-France region. The first part takes place in the Carnelle Forest, with beautiful beech woods and two pleasant lakes. The second part takes place mainly across fields.
From the Butte du Chapeau Rouge to the Wall of Love
A very pleasant walk through the parks of north-east Paris, ending in Montmartre.
De Presles à Luzarches par la Forêt de Carnelle et la Pierre Turquaise
La randonnée se déroule d'abord à travers la Forêt de Carnelle, avec un passage à la superbe Allée couverte de la Pierre Turquaise, la plus imposante d'Ile-de-France. On continue en forêt puis à travers champs, pas loin de l'Oise, pour une visite à l'ancienne Abbaye de Royaumont. On termine entre bois, prés, champs et zones résidentielles.
Around the Chauvry Valley
The Chauvry Valley is a listed site, particularly due to its biological richness. It is bordered by the forest massifs of Isle-Adam to the north and Montmorency to the south and stretches from the Oise valley to the Plaine de France. The hike takes place in rolling agricultural and wooded landscapes and passes through the grounds of the Château de Méry-sur-Oise.
The wildlife of Monceau and Faubourg Saint-Honoré
An approximate north-south crossing of the 17th and 8th arrondissements of Paris in search of animal representations. The architectural styles evolve throughout the route. The crossing of Parc Monceau offers a slice of greenery.
In the Forest of Isle-Adam around the Abbaye du Val
This hike is a shorter version of the hike called "The Isle-Adam National Forest and its southern edge". The route, with sections through the forest and paths across fields and meadows, offers beautiful woodland scenery and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside thanks to the gently rolling terrain.
Crossing Montmartre from Place Clichy to Barbès
Discover Montmartre hill, via the small paths, the Saint Vincent cemetery, Dalida, the old village, the Basilica, superb views of Paris.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens: Belleville and Canal Saint-Martin
In this first section of our "Brassens" walk, we first pass through the Belleville and Ménilmontant neighbourhoods, with their narrow streets, footpaths and stairways. Then, after crossing the symbol-rich Place de la République, we walk along the charming Canal Saint-Martin.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens: La Goutte d'Or, Montmartre and Trinité
This second section takes us to the old cabaret (Chez Patachou) where Georges Brassens performed in public for the first time. The walk through Montmartre, with its slopes, paths and stairways, is particularly pleasant (best done in the "low tourist season").
Tour of the Isle-Adam Forest
This half-day hike takes you around the entire Isle-Adam Forest. It is not particularly difficult and offers beautiful views overlooking the Stors Marsh and a glimpse of the old quarries (be careful not to cross the safety barrier).
In search of caves in the Isle-Adam National Forest
A peaceful walk, accessible to all and mostly shaded.
West of the Isle-Adam Forest and overlooking the Marais de Stors
You will walk along both wide, straight paths designed by Le Nôtre, with star-shaped crossroads, and small paths that wind along the edge of the forest, with sections overlooking the Marais de Stors Nature Reserve and the large Abbaye du Val Park.
Loop in the north of the Isle-Adam National Forest
Hike in the Isle-Adam National Forest, passing through areas overlooking the Stors Marsh Nature Reserve and the large Abbaye du Val Park with its quarries, caves and Château des Forgets.
The GPX track may be useful.
The trompe l'oeil of Levallois-Perret
The streets of Levallois-Perret are decorated with a large number of trompe-l'oeil paintings and murals. This urban trail takes you on a tour of around thirty of them, as you stroll through the city's grid-like streets and cross some of its public gardens.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens: Madeleine, Louvre and Cherche-Midi
Crossing the Seine on the famous Pont des Arts, this third section takes us from the right bank to the left bank, which Brassens had a marked preference for. It is also an opportunity to visit some of the highlights of Parisian heritage: Place Beauvau and the Elysée Palace, Place Vendôme, the Louvre Museum (with its glass pyramid), the Institut de France, etc.
Walk in the Marais
This is an immersion in a historic district of Paris that was largely untouched by Haussmann's urban renewal and has retained many narrow streets, with architecture still dominated by 17th-century mansions. The suggested itinerary winds its way through narrow streets and gardens, allowing you to discover a rich heritage, including the Carreau du Temple, the Hôtel du Grand Veneur, the gardens of the National Archives, the Place des Vosges and the Hôtel Sully.
The Bondy Regional Forest from Vaujours
This hike, starting from Vaujours, allows you to enjoy the attractions of the Bondy Regional Forest as well as beautiful landscapes over the Plaine de France to the north and the Marne valley to the south.
Walk in the footsteps of Cosette
This hike from Vaujours to the Moulin de Montfermeil, via the Promenade de la Dhuis and the Forêt de Bondy, often follows marked paths known as the Chemins de Cosette, in reference to Victor Hugo's novel Les Misérables, in which these places served as the setting for the meeting of the two main characters: Cosette and Jean Valjean.
Beyond this literary reference, the route, often along the upper reaches of the rolling hills, offers some very pretty views.
The bestiary of Chaussée d'Antin and the Palais Royal
From Place de l'Opéra to Les Halles, via the Church of Notre-Dame de Lorette and the Palais Royal Gardens, this urban trail explores the1st,2nd and9th arrondissements of Paris in search of animal representations.
The covered passages of the Montmartre and Saint-Martin suburbs
Between grand boulevards and covered passages, a walk through a lively neighbourhood of the capital.
A walk to avoid on Sundays and public holidays when the covered passages may be closed.
From Carnelle Forest to the Oise
The hike starts at Royaumont Abbey and takes you through a mainly rural area, dominated by forests and farms, with numerous horse breeding establishments. The hilly landscape offers beautiful views of the Carnelle forest and the Oise valley. Passing through several villages gives you a glimpse of their rich heritage.
The Petite Ceinture in the 20th arrondissement, La Mouzaïa and the Bassin de la Villette
A stroll through the 20th and 19th arrondissements of Paris, taking in their diverse neighbourhoods. We cross Ménilmontant, roughly following the old Petite Ceinture railway line, then take a look at the old Belleville aqueduct. The neighbourhood around Rue de la Mouzaïa reveals its sloping streets lined with small houses decorated with flowers. We finish at the edge of the Bassin de la Villette and the Canal Saint-Denis.
The wildlife of Les Halles and Le Marais
Discover numerous animal representations in the first arrondissements of Paris. The lively Les Halles district has seen modern architectural creations replace the former "belly of Paris". The Marais district still features many mansions built in the 17th century.
The Parc des Coteaux d'Avron and the Lamarque Trail
This short urban hike is divided into three stages. First in Villemomble, after stopping at the foot of the church's tall bell tower, you cross a residential area and climb up to the Plateau d'Avron. You then descend, zigzagging through the Parc des Coteaux d'Avron. The route ends on a footpath that runs almost straight through Neuilly-Plaisance.
La Nouvelle Thève through the woods
Loop starting from Baillon (municipality of Asnières sur Oise), near Royaumont Abbey along the Nouvelle Thève through the Bois de Baillon.
In the Forêt des Moines
From Château de la Borne Blanche to Abbaye d'Hérivaux, between ponds and forest.
A tour of the Père Lachaise Cemetery
Stroll through the paths of the famous Père Lachaise Cemetery, largely laid out as an English garden, and discover the graves of famous people and monuments that are original to say the least.
The bestiary of Paris
This guide brings together around thirty urban routes that allow you to discover representations of animals in the capital: sculptures, building decorations, murals, etc.
Sundials and astronomical curiosities in Paris
A long urban trail on the theme of sundials and sites related to astronomy scattered throughout Paris: the Paris meridian, observatories, gnomons, etc. Best done on a sunny day so you can read the time along the way! The sundials are often high up, sometimes hidden by trees that have grown... you may have to search hard to find them.
Tours and detours in the Champs-Elysées and Tuileries gardens
This walk allows you to stroll through the gardens that have been laid out in the heart of Paris and enjoy a relative calm that is hard to imagine so close to busy thoroughfares. Along the way, you will discover views of the Champs-Élysées and the Pont Alexandre III, some of Paris's most famous monuments and museums, and a rich and diverse collection of statues.
The urban parks and peach walls of Montreuil
This route alternates between urban areas, favouring small streets and paths, and three public gardens, each with its own unique characteristics. It is also an opportunity to discover Montreuil's horticultural and arboricultural past.
Barge path and footbridges between Neuilly and Saint-Cloud
This walk from Neuilly-sur-Seine takes you along the towpaths on Île de Puteaux and then along the east bank of the Seine in a very pleasant, tree-lined setting to the Passerelle de l'Avre footbridge. The return route, which is more urban, takes you to the heights of Saint-Cloud (with beautiful views of Paris and La Défense), where you can discover the Parc du Château and the lively historic district in the centre of Suresnes before returning to Île de Puteaux via the François Coty footbridge.
From the Louvre to the Bastille via the Tour Saint-Jacques
An urban route steeped in history, where 16th- and 17th-century buildings stand alongside modern architecture. This is how you will go from the Palais Royal to the Forum des Halles, from the Church of Saint-Eustache to the Centre Beaubourg, and from the Tour Saint-Jacques to the Opéra Bastille. The itinerary winds its way through streets, alleys, passageways and gardens, offering visitors the chance to discover a rich and diverse heritage.
From Châtelet to Austerlitz
A walk between Châtelet and Austerlitz, along picturesque streets rich in Parisian history with many points of interest: gardens, monuments, building facades, etc. Depending on your pace and curiosity, the route can take between two and four hours.
A short tour of the Marais
There's no need to wear wellies to explore the Marais. The streets are well paved and usually dry. You'll come across mansions and churches as you stroll through charming narrow streets.
Strolling at the foot of the towers of La Défense
A thoroughly urban route in the heart of the famous business district, but where you are rarely bothered by traffic. An itinerary that allows you to discover the architectural boldness and inventive diversity of the many towers that rise to over 200 metres.
This walk is best done outside of working days.
From Montreuil to Les Lilas through alleys, paths and gardens
A route that, in a highly urbanised environment, favours alleys and other passageways, as well as public parks, and runs alongside several areas of shared or allotment gardens. It is also an opportunity to pay tribute to the mathematicians and activists Josette and Maurice Audin, victims of the abuses that took place during the Algerian War.
From Porte Dauphine to Bercy
A walk through Paris exploring the Left Bank and its quartiers.
From one Olympic venue to another: from the Arena to the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium
This heritage trail will allow you to discover and visit the two sites that hosted Olympic and Paralympic events for the Paris 2024 Games in the Hauts-de-Seine department: Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre and the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Colombes. Created through a collaboration between the Nanterre Tourist Office, OMEPS and the towns of Nanterre and Colombes for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, this route is suitable for beginner cyclists and also allows you to enjoy the banks of the Seine. The bike ride alternates between contemporary buildings and unexpected green spaces.
Northern circular of the Bois de Boulogne
An easy hike in the northern part of the Bois de Boulogne, starting from the Porte Dauphine, which will take you to several remarkable places: the tip of the Lac Inférieur, the "diagonale des ruisseaux" (GR®1), the entrance to Bagatelle Park, Mare Saint James and finally Frank Gehry's "Vaisseau de Verre" (the Fondation Vuitton building), before returning to your starting point.
The northern edge of the Isle-Adam national forest
A varied hike: riverside paths, farmland, forest trails, with the added bonus of discovering a megalithic ruin. The rolling hills of the region offer beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
Around the confluence of the Sausseron and Oise rivers
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.
The Petite Ceinture in the 16th arrondissement and the Serres d'Auteuil
An eclectic journey through Paris's 16th arrondissement. After an initially urban start, the route takes you along the Sentier Nature trail, on the embankment of the former Petite Ceinture railway line. The walk ends with a stroll through the Square des Poètes and a visit to the Serres d'Auteuil, which will delight amateur botanists.
Château de la Reine Blanche, Mongresin and Chantilly Forest
A circular walk starting from the Château de la Reine Blanche and the Étangs de Comelles in the Chantilly Forest, passing through Mongresin (Orry-la-Ville) and the barn of the former Comelle Abbey . The Château de la Reine Blanche and the Étangs de Comelles are among the most remarkable sites in the Chantilly Forest.
The Bois de la Tour du Lay
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).
Walk in the forests of Chantilly and Pontarmé
A very pleasant hike in a forest area consisting mainly of coppice woodland, which is ideal for game. Encounters with large animals such as wild boar, roe deer, does and stags are therefore quite frequent. Don't hesitate to take your camera with you.
From the Commelles ponds to the Coye Forest
This hike around the Commelles ponds and the town of Lamorlaye begins south of the Chantilly Forest. It then crosses the residential area of Le Lys, continues through the Coye Forest and ends on the botanical trail along the ponds. Beautiful views of the Château de la Reine Blanche and the pine and oak forests await you along the route.
Through woods and forests between Orry-la-Ville and Senlis
A beautiful walk in the forest where you can see some remarkable trees and several boundary stones bearing coats of arms along the paths, bearing witness to the history of the Chantilly Forest. The walk also takes in the Fontaine d'Orry and the surroundings of Pontarmé Castle.
Over hill and dale. From Suresnes to Puteaux via Nanterre
This long, moderately difficult 22 km route starts at the Suresnes Mont-Valérien station. The starting point is very close to the MUS , the Suresnes Museum of Urban and Social History, which is an ideal introduction to the urban landscapes you will encounter along the way. From Puteaux in the 1930s to Mont Valérien, the vineyards of Suresnes, the Cité-Jardins and the Tours Nuage tower blocks bordered by the André Malraux park in Nanterre, a whole chapter of 20th-century history unfolds before your eyes thanks to these exceptional reminders of the past.
Mont Valérien and old Nanterre
An urban route with some elevation changes, crossing wooded parks and residential areas in old Nanterre. Along the way, there are numerous views of Paris and the large housing estates of the Val de Seine, a memorial at Fort du Mont Valérien, an old windmill and an old barn.
The Garden City of Suresnes
An urban hike that combines heritage and remembrance! The route, inspired by a trail designed by the municipality of Suresnes, takes us through the heart of a garden city with architecture typical of the 1930s, built in response to the social motivations of the mayor at the time, Henri Sellier. Several places of remembrance also mark this walk, including the Fort du Mont Valérien.
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