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Villiers-sur-Marne walks
The Parc départemental du Plateau and the banks of the Marne
Visorando Member
3.74 mi
+108 ft
-217 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Villiers-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
An urban route that first passes through a residential area and then runs alongside a commercial area. Crossing the Parc du Plateau, in several sections, allows you to enjoy some greenery and provides an opportunity to visit a few memorial sites. The walk ends with a pleasant stroll along the Marne and its islands.
From Noisy-le-Grand to Gagny and Mont Guichet
11.80 mi
+338 ft
-453 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Noisy-le-Grand (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A surprising walk which, on the map, looks very urban, but which, with very few exceptions, avoids tarmac roads. You’ll come across many remarkable buildings, passing from one green space to another – some landscaped (the Croissant Vert) and others wild (the Haute-Île) – and finish with a circular route along well-marked trails through the former gypsum quarries of Mont Guichet, which have been abandoned for decades.
From Noisy-le-Grand to Villiers-sur-Marne via the Arènes de Picasso
3.91 mi
+30 ft
-82 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Noisy-le-Grand (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A short urban walk taking us from Seine-Saint-Denis to Val-de-Marne. Along the way, the Arènes de Picasso with two buildings featuring cylindrical façades, residential areas and two public gardens.
From Bry-sur-Marne to Lagny-sur-Marne
Association / Club / Walk leader
12.42 mi
+46 ft
-13 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bry-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
The spread of Columbanian rule led to the establishment of more than forty monasteries in Western Europe. Queen Bathilde founded one of the most important women's abbeys in France in Chelles.
This second journey, or path of exile, was travelled by Columbanus and his compatriots between 610 and 613, from Paris to Rebais. It marked the beginning of a new journey eastwards to Bregenz on Lake Constance and then Bobbio.
The sprawling plain: from Le Plessis-Trévise to Chennevières-sur-Marne
Local authority
6.20 mi
+20 ft
-236 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Plessis-Trévise (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the often-overlooked treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
Saint-Martin and Célie Woods Loop - Malnoue Castle and Ponds
7.04 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Noisy-le-Grand (Seine-Saint-Denis)
Discover the Bois Saint-Martin. This woodland, managed by the Île-de-France region, has been open to the public since October 2021. It spans three departments: Seine-Saint-Denis (Noisy-le-Grand), Val-de-Marne (Plessis, Trévise, Villiers-sur-Marne) and Seine-et-Marne (Émerainville). You will discover areas preserved for wildlife, large oak trees and the region's ponds.
The banks of the Marne and the Haute-Ile Departmental Park
5.91 mi
+197 ft
-16 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Neuilly-Plaisance (Seine-Saint-Denis)
This route makes us forget that we are in one of the most densely populated and urban departments in France! Most of the route is on footpaths, shared in places with cyclists, along the Marne and in the Parc de la Haute-Ile, which promotes the preservation of biodiversity.
Green walk in Neuilly-Plaisance
6.09 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Neuilly-Plaisance (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A three-hour circular in the commune of Neuilly-Plaisance, starting from the RER station and ending at the Plateau d'Avron and its park, via the green corridor. The return journey is more urban, through quiet streets, with a detour along the banks of the Marne.
Old Saint-Maur and the banks of the Marne
4.62 mi
+66 ft
-102 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
After walking along the Marne from Champigny station, we stroll through Old Saint-Maur and visit the remains of the former abbey that gave the town its name. The walk ends at the water's edge, along the Saint-Maur Canal and then, once again, the Marne.
From Saint-Maur to Suçy-en-Brie via the Marne and Morbras Park
5.75 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
This is mainly an urban route that starts on the banks of the Marne. It then climbs up to take paths between gardens and enjoy extensive views of the eastern suburbs of Paris. After the Church of Saint-Pierre and the Château d'Ormesson, it crosses the green Morbras Park.
Adventures big and small: Chennevières-sur-Marne and Ormesson-sur-Marne
8.66 mi
+266 ft
-276 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
La Queue-en-Brie, Noiseau and Chennevières from Ormesson
8.75 mi
+167 ft
-144 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ormesson-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
The official title of the walk is: “Head in the clouds, feet on the green: Ormesson, LQB, Noiseau and Chennevières”.Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
The René Dumont Tropical Agronomy Garden
4.46 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Nogent-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
Discover a green oasis on the edge of Paris's 12th arrondissement and evidence of the French colonial vision that prevailed at the beginning of the 20th century, which we now view very differently. After visiting the garden, the hike offers a circular route in the Bois de Vincennes, around Lac des Minimes.
From Nogent-sur-Marne to Noisy-le-Grand
6.75 mi
+197 ft
-89 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nogent-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
From Nogent-sur-Marne RER station to Noisy-le-Grand Mont-d’Est station (Line A), passing along the banks of the Marne and its bridges. You can reach the start or finish points by taking Bus 120, which runs between the two stations (allow around 45 minutes). You can also break off your route towards Neuilly-Plaisance by heading to the RER station located very close to the route.
From Noisiel to Saint-Maur via the Bois Saint-Martin
8.09 mi
+39 ft
-203 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Noisiel (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike in three very different parts. From Noisiel station to Yvris station, the route is mainly wooded and damp in places. Then you cross Le Plessis-Trévise, avoiding the main roads but remaining in a very urbanised area. Finally, you follow the paths and lanes of Champigny before walking along the Marne.
From Noisiel to Sucy-en-Brie via Bois St-Martin and Forêt Notre-Dame
14.10 mi
+105 ft
-262 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Noisiel (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy walk along very good paths or trails, with no significant elevation gain. The main attraction lies in passing through several beautiful, varied deciduous forests, whose most remarkable inhabitants are majestic oak trees. The oldest is at point (8). There are also a few castles along the route, and the church at Sucy, which is usually open and well worth a visit.The map shows several urban areas, but for much of these urban sections, the walk takes place along tree-lined avenues or through green corridors, making it easy to forget that you are ‘in town’.
Along the banks of the Marne from Noisiel to Neuilly-Plaisance
7.07 mi
+13 ft
-197 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Noisiel (Seine-et-Marne)
A beautiful walk from station to station (RER line A) along the landscaped banks of the Marne. This walk can be done in either direction.
From Saint-Maur to Créteil via a branch of the Marne and the tip of the lake
5.16 mi
+92 ft
-102 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
After a few passages and alleys in Saint-Maur, the lock and the Créteil bridge, you walk along a small branch of the Marne and stroll through the residential Ile Brise Pain. After crossing the Mont-Mesly district of Créteil, with its large, airy housing estates, you arrive at the tip of the lake, which is decorated with several water jets.
Marne loop from Saint-Maur to Joinville
8.41 mi
+72 ft
-26 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Val-de-Marne)
The commune of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés lies entirely within a bend in the Marne. This walk, from station to station, follows almost the entire length of this bend. It can be enjoyed in all seasons and showcases the river and its islands, the residential neighbourhoods along its banks and Charles Trénet, who lived here for part of his life.
Loops of the Marne from Joinville-le-Pont to Neuilly-Plaisance
5.45 mi
+16 ft
-62 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Joinville-le-Pont (Val-de-Marne)
A short hike in an urban setting, from station to station, along the Marne and on one of its islands. A walk punctuated by bridges and the many rowing clubs located on the banks.
The former quarries of Fontenay-sous-Bois
3.21 mi
+151 ft
-144 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Fontenay-sous-Bois (Val-de-Marne)
A short walk through the streets, alleys and paths of Fontenay-sous-Bois. Located on the site of former gypsum quarries, the Ecoparc offers a calm and exotic atmosphere as well as a beautiful panorama. The Parc de l'Hôtel de Ville, with its water features and a few paths lined with beautiful pavilions, completes the picture.
Crossing Gagny
4.41 mi
+213 ft
-197 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Gagny (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A city route that takes you through several neighbourhoods of Gagny. Gustave Courbet Park, the Saint-Fiacre Aqueduct embankment and the Bois de l'Étoile Arboretum add touches of greenery and a few viewpoints.
Ponds, lakes, the banks of the Marne: natural spaces in the heart of Marne-la-Vallée
17.06 mi
+322 ft
-282 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Lognes (Seine-et-Marne)
An easily accessible hike via the RER A, almost entirely on footpaths, trails or pedestrian routes. A highly flexible route: a circular 19 km loop, which can be shortened to 14 km or less thanks to several shortcut options, or extended to almost 30 km if you take all the suggested options.
Beautiful waterside scenery, with numerous birds, some remarkable trees and the listed architectural sites of the former Menier chocolate factory and the Ferme du Buisson.
From Lognes to Noisiel
7.13 mi
+207 ft
-180 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lognes (Seine-et-Marne)
This hike takes you through the various parks and gardens, woods and ponds of Val Maubuée (Lognes, Torcy, Noisiel and Champs s/Marne), from station to station between Lognes and Noisiel.There are some beautiful views along the way, including ponds, the Menier chocolate factory and Noisiel Park.
Please note: check the opening times of Noisiel Park (see "Practical Information" below).Picnics are permitted in the park.
Around Val Maubuée
8.95 mi
+236 ft
-246 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Noisiel (Seine-et-Marne)
Val Maubuée is one of the areas of the new town of Marne-la-Vallée. This walk takes you through the different areas that make up the town: apartment blocks, housing estates, parks and gardens, woods and forests, wetlands and ponds. There are beautiful views to enjoy along the way.
The Parc des Coteaux d'Avron and the Lamarque Trail
4.04 mi
+194 ft
-253 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Villemomble (Seine-Saint-Denis)
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.
Heritage walk in Le Raincy
4.05 mi
+259 ft
-269 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Villemomble (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A short walk through a residential neighbourhood, along its alleys and past its beautiful houses. The highlight is the Church of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption, which was decidedly modern when it was built after the First World War and adds a touch of history to this urban route.
From Sucy-en-Brie to Boissy through the forests of Notre-Dame and Grosbois
8.09 mi
+266 ft
-184 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sucy-en-Brie (Val-de-Marne)
A hike from station to station, half urban, notably through the paths and alleys of Sucy-en-Brie, and half forest.
The Arboretum and the Allée Royale in the Bois de Vincennes
5.00 mi
+105 ft
-135 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Paris
A hike in the Bois de Vincennes. Starting from the Kiosque de Gravelle, after a circular loop through the Arboretum, enjoy a panoramic view of Vincennes from the Belvédère du Bois. Walk along the Allée Royale with a view of the château and return to the car park via the small paths.
The Marne from Torcy to Neuilly-sur-Marne
13.49 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Torcy (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
This part of the Marne Valley is home to the Vaires-sur-Marne Regional Leisure Centre and the Parc de la Haute-Ile in Neuilly-sur-Marne. Its appeal lies in the variety of landscapes dominated by the presence of water. The proposed route can be broken down into three hikes of different lengths (8km, 13km or 22km) depending on the time you have available. Even the shortest hike allows you to discover interesting sites.
At the confluence of the Seine and the Marne
3.88 mi
+20 ft
-52 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Maisons-Alfort (Val-de-Marne)
A short walk that takes us to the point where the two main rivers of the Île-de-France region meet, two kilometres east of Paris. Numerous bridges, a dam and a lock on the Marne, a towpath and industrial heritage form the backdrop to this urban route.
Places of interest in the Bois de Vincennes
6.82 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Vincennes (Val-de-Marne)
An 11 km walk with a shaded route, some unusual discoveries in the Bois de Vincennes and facilities dedicated to culture and sport. At the end of the walk, you can enjoy a drink at the UCPA equestrian centre.
The Ferrières Forest from Torcy station
11.78 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Torcy (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
A beautiful forest walk, easily accessible from an RER station. Two beautiful ponds, a few pools, the impressive Allée des Séquoias and the Totems de Taffarette are among the points of interest along the route, not to mention the superb oak trees that inhabit many sections of this forest.
A thousand and one activities by the water: from Créteil to Alfortville
9.30 mi
+20 ft
-23 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
The urban parks and peach walls of Montreuil
6.85 mi
+338 ft
-325 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis) (Seine-Saint-Denis)
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.
Bonneuil-sur-Marne through the eyes of graffiti artists
1.51 mi
+33 ft
-7 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Bonneuil-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
A nature walk through the ‘island towns’: from Créteil to Bonneuil-sur-Marne
5.53 mi
+131 ft
-115 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud-Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
From Roissy-en-Brie to Ozoir-la-Ferrière via the Ferrières Forest
9.35 mi
+39 ft
-30 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Roissy-en-Brie (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, crossing the Ferrières Regional Forest and then the Armainvilliers National Forest. Wide paths alternate with more winding trails. There are a few ponds along the way.
Around Coubron
5.68 mi
+240 ft
-217 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Coubron (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A lovely walk that crosses part of the Bondy Regional Forest and then follows the Dhuys underground aqueduct, with beautiful views over Coubron.
A flower-filled and chocolate-themed stroll: from Boissy-Saint-Léger to Limeil-Brévannes
5.75 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
Discover, or rediscover, the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir area by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the treasures—sometimes little-known—of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
From Créteil to Maisons-Alfort via the lake and the Juliottes neighbourhood
4.56 mi
+46 ft
-16 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Créteil (Val-de-Marne)
An urban route starting along Lake Créteil from its southern tip to its northern tip, set amongst lawns and reed beds. You then cross, via footpaths, the ‘Du Chou et des Épis’ neighbourhood, with its cylindrical tower blocks featuring original designs, and the University district. The end of the route takes you to Maisons-Alfort via the Juliottes neighbourhood.
From Boissy to Brunoy via the Grange forest and the banks of the Yerres
8.10 mi
+243 ft
-249 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
The first part of this hike from station to station is mainly through forest, with a mix of wide paths and winding trails. Then you follow the course of the Yerres, playing leapfrog with the river, its branches and tributaries.
Arc Boisé in eastern Paris
15.21 mi
+161 ft
-220 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
This long hike goes from one RER A station to another. It begins with a climb in Boissy Saint-Léger but the rest is flat. We start with a circular walk through the Gros-Bois Forest, then the main part of the walk takes us through the Notre-Dame Forest. We alternate between wide avenues and footpaths, with a wide variety of trees. The walk ends with a long, gently sloping green corridor and a walk through Morbras Park. Several alternative routes allow you to shorten the route.
Natural and historical sites between Boissy-Saint-Léger and Sucy-en-Brie
7.43 mi
+157 ft
-167 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
Discover or rediscover the Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir region by exploring its various walking routes, which showcase the main points of interest and the sometimes little-known treasures of our 16 municipalities, each with their own unique and distinctive histories.
The green spaces of Sucy-en-Brie from Boissy-St-Léger station
11.50 mi
+463 ft
-463 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A surprisingly green walk, mostly passing through a succession of forests, numerous parks and other green corridors. It also takes you through the history of the centuries preceding our own, thanks to the architectural legacy they left behind, some of whose monuments have fortunately been well preserved, such as the Château de Sucy or the Château de Haute Maison, whilst others reveal only their outbuildings, such as the Château du Piple, or have left nothing but ruins, such as the Château du Grand Val.
Between Boissy-Saint-Léger and Marolles-en-Brie via Grosbois and La Végétale
9.87 mi
+295 ft
-279 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A hike that is mostly in the forest and partly in urban areas. You will take well-maintained forest paths, a green corridor and the "Végétale" path built above a TGV tunnel.
Notre-Dame Forest and the Réveillon Valley, starting from Boissy-Saint-Léger
18.65 mi
+387 ft
-364 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Boissy-Saint-Léger (Val-de-Marne)
A relatively long but technically straightforward walk in a peri-urban area, taking you through the Gros Bois and Notre-Dame forests, then down the Réveillon Valley, before returning via the Camaldules and Grange forests.
From Montreuil to Les Lilas through alleys, paths and gardens
3.76 mi
+243 ft
-66 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis) (Seine-Saint-Denis)
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.
Circular route via the Forêt de la Grange, the Réveillon and Yerres valleys
13.00 mi
+479 ft
-456 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Limeil-Brévannes (Val-de-Marne)
This walk starts at the “La Végétale” station on Cable Car 1, crosses the Forêt de la Grange via the Château du Maréchal de Saxe and the Étoile de Bellevue, then follows the Végétale to Villecresnes, before following the courses of the Réveillon and the Yerres to reach Caillebotte Park, where the painter lived. The walk continues with the ascent of Mont-Griffon, the highest point in the area, before returning.
From Bobigny to Le Raincy via the Canal de l’Ourcq
4.71 mi
+164 ft
-108 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Bobigny (Seine-Saint-Denis)
An urban route that runs alongside the Canal de l’Ourcq for the first half. The route then moves through a residential area, culminating in the Church of Notre-Dame de l’Assomption du Raincy, which was decidedly modern when it was built in the aftermath of the First World War.
The Bondy Regional Forest from Vaujours
7.32 mi
+253 ft
-256 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vaujours (Seine-Saint-Denis)
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
9.44 mi
+528 ft
-525 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vaujours (Seine-Saint-Denis)
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.
In the Bois de Montjay forest, passing by the Dhuys Aqueduct in Villevaudé.
4.99 mi
+184 ft
-194 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Villevaudé (Seine-et-Marne)
Short walk in the Bois de Montjay and along the Dhuys Aqueduct. Montjay-la-Tour has been incorporated into the municipality of Villevaudé. The aqueduct is an underground structure that captures part of the water from the Dhuis (or Dhuys), a small 21.43 km long tributary of the Marne andAisne rivers, which flows into the Surmelin.
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