Ymare walks

Walk around Ymare with a short circular loop to extend the route.

Walk around the village through the woods and the ecological garden. Take a break to read at the end of the route, at the largest second-hand bookshop in the region.

An easy walk, mostly through woodland: ideal for escaping the heatwave. It does happen, even in Normandy!

A countryside route around six villages, mainly following paths and a few minor roads. You can therefore start from any of these six villages.

A flat walk, apart from a short climb at the start of the route. Sections on paths through fields or along the edges of woods. A short walk through the woods and passing through villages make this a very pleasant walk.

Country lanes and forest paths take you to the semi-troglodytic Saint-Adrien chapel, passing through the village of Belbeuf where you can admire the castle and its polygonal dovecote.

Set off to explore the paths of Alisay on a walk through the heart of nature and legends. As you follow the trails, let yourself be guided to a mysterious ruin known as ‘The Druid’s Tomb’. Set amongst woods, Normandy countryside and ancient tales, this walk invites you to step back in time and imagine the secrets these places might still hold. An ideal walk for lovers of nature, history… and mystery!

This walk follows the Eure on both banks from Pont-de-l'Arche, then crosses the village of Léry and continues into the Bord forest. It returns via Les Damps, offering the opportunity to visit the charming village of Pont-de-l'Arche. Please note that this walk is partly impassable during periods of flooding.

Nestled between the Seine and the hills of Normandy, Les Damps and the Bord-Louviers forest offer the ideal setting for a nature walk. With its wooded paths, peaceful views and forest atmosphere, this route is perfect for relaxing and discovering unspoilt natural heritage. It's the ideal walk for getting away from it all and enjoying the peace and quiet of the region.

A walk offering varied scenery: countryside, woodland, an abbey and the banks of the Andelle.

A pleasant short hike of about ten kilometres along the banks of the Andelle and the Seine. Crossing the Léry Poses outdoor recreation centre and on the banks of Biotropica.

A pleasant walk, mostly through the forest, to see three remarkable trees and discover the panorama of La Roche Fouet, site of the ruins of the old Fouet castle.The start and end of the route are along the banks of the Seine.

A mixed route through the village of La Neuville-Chant-d’Oisel and the Bois de Pîtres, passing through part of the Forêt de Longboël. Suitable for walking, running or mountain biking.

A lovely little walk, full of flowers in spring, through fields planted with cherry trees and villages. You can admire the view over Sotteville-sous-le-Val and the beautifully maintained houses and gardens in Les Authieux-sur-le-Port-Saint-Ouen.

Discover an exceptional walk around the Lac des Deux Amants and the Côte des Deux Amants, a route that will immerse you in the heart of enchanting and varied landscapes. First thing in the morning, let yourself be captivated by the serenity of the lake’s waters, reflecting the first light of day. The path will then lead you towards the Seine, where a footbridge over the dam and the lock offers a unique view of the river. The climb up the Côte des Deux Amants will reveal breathtaking panoramic views of the Seine valley and the lake. The route continues along the hillside, offering spectacular views at every turn. Finally, the return journey along the shaded and peaceful towpath, running alongside the banks of the Seine, will be a real breath of fresh air. This walk, combining unspoilt nature and history, is a must for lovers of the great outdoors and wonderful discoveries.

Starting from the Clos Démont housing estate, this 9 km hike will take you along various paths in La Neuville-Chant-d'Oisel. You can take a break at the pond on Rue Saint-Autin, in the Lotissement des Beaux Repaires park, or on the Promenade du Clos Démont. Along the way, you will also see the Château Jacques Anquetil. You can shorten this route at any time by taking Rue des Andelys towards the town hall.

This route is suitable for all levels as the outward and return journeys follow the same route, so you can turn back at any time! The starting point is near the Jonquemare pond in Neuville-Chant-d'Oisel. Passing through the Longboël forest, you will go through the Parc des Flotteaux, the Guinguette des Écluses, the dam and the Lac des Deux Amants.

Route around the water: lakes, ponds and the river. This walk begins by crossing the Seine via a footbridge that passes over the locks and the Poses dam. It then circles Lac des Deux Amants and Lac du Mesnil, where the many birds, including waterfowl, add to the charm of these lakeside landscapes. Finally, the return journey along the banks of the Seine takes you past splendid houses built from local stone, with the chalk cliffs rising up opposite.

The 2 Lovers' hike.

Nestled against the wooded hills of Longboël and Les Deux-Amants, with a rich industrial history and inhabited since the Neolithic period, the town of Romilly-sur-Andelle is well worth exploring. This route will allow you to discover the town’s natural, historical and industrial heritage.

On the outskirts of Rouen, Franqueville-Saint-Pierre offers an ideal setting for a hike combining nature and heritage. Between peaceful villages, shaded paths and vast wooded areas, this walk invites you to discover a region where the calm of the forest blends harmoniously with the charm of the Normandy countryside. Along the way, walkers cross the woods of Franqueville, breathe in the fresh air under the foliage, and enjoy views that reveal the rich landscape of the eastern Rouen plateau. An accessible and rejuvenating hike, perfect for getting away from it all for a few hours.

There is nothing special to discover on this short route, just a breath of fresh air. Pass through the fields on the Franquevillais plateau, descend to the Lyons-la-Forêt road via the Sente des Hauts Bœufs to reach the village of Épinay. Then, climb up the path at the edge of the Bois des Chartreux towards Le Faulx, in the commune of Franqueville-Saint-Pierre.

This pleasant circular walk, located on the outskirts of Rouen, invites you to discover the charms of the Seine valley, between unspoilt nature and local heritage. Starting from Amfreville-la-Mi-Voie, the discovery trail guides you through varied landscapes, combining undergrowth, viewpoints and peaceful paths. The route continues towards Belbeuf, where the castle elegantly dominates the surroundings, bearing witness to the history and character of the area. It is an invitation to relax, observe and become more aware of the environment.

Walk along the Côte des Deux Amants. Magnificent view of one of the circular bends in the Seine

An invigorating hike with remarkable views overlooking the Seine, the Poses-Léry leisure centre and Pont de l'Arche. Pass close to three 17th-century châteaux: the Manoir de Senneville, the Manoir de Canteloup and the Château des Deux Amants, the setting for the legend of Raoul de Bonnemare and Mathilde. Stroll along the Seine for 1,500 metres. Final stroll along the Andelle and the mills of Romilly-sur-Andelle.

This hike starts in the centre of the village and follows the Grande Randonnée trails that circle around the south.

A short walk around the village. After crossing the forest, we will return via theGR® 25 to the village, passing in front of the small church.

The walk through the Forêt de la Londe-Rouvray, starting from the Quartier Faidherbe, offers a real escape into nature on the outskirts of the town. With its forest paths, peaceful clearings and the gentle rolling hills typical of the Normandy plateau, this route invites you to relax and explore. Accessible and rejuvenating, this walk allows you to enjoy a lush green setting whilst exploring one of the most beautiful woodlands in the Rouen region.

This easy walk along the banks of the Seine and its branches, which form small islands, takes you to the small marina of Saint Aubin Les Elbeuf. The path continues to the bend opposite the church of Saint Georges d'Orival and its cliffs.

This walk offers a variety of landscapes from the Seine-Eure region. The banks of the Eure, historic villages and the modern town of Val-de-Reuil. Near the Bord-Louviers State Forest, you’ll follow forest tracks through 4,500 hectares of deciduous and coniferous woodland. The starting point is at Val-de-Reuil station (Paris–Rouen–Le Havre line). Ideal for walkers without a car. During the hunting season, please check the ONF website before setting off: Hunting days in the Bord-Louviers State Forest

A hike that’s half urban, half woodland. A pleasant route that climbs through the woods below the neighbourhoods of La Grand-Mare, Les Sapins and Le Châtelet in Bihorel. The descent takes you via La Petite Bouverie and Le Longpaon de Darnétal, mainly through the woods.

In the heart of the Robec valley, Saint-Jacques-sur-Darnétal offers the ideal setting for a walk combining nature, heritage and tranquillity. This circular walk invites walkers to discover green paths and beautiful panoramic views of the Normandy countryside. Accessible and enjoyable, this walk is perfect for recharging your batteries, observing the local flora and fauna, and sharing a convivial moment in the heart of nature.

This is a very pleasant walk through charming little villages where you can admire magnificent thatched cottages and other typical Norman houses, or pass through the village of Fontaine-sous-Préaux where the Robec river has its source. You will also pass through woods where you can enjoy a little shade when it is hot. Be careful on the few fairly steep climbs and descents and on some paths that can be very muddy in wet weather (this is Normandy, after all!).

An easy walk combining riverside paths and lovely tree-lined avenues, sometimes running between buildings – in fact, very pleasant.

A walk through Rouen, a quintessential Norman city with its many churches and remarkable monuments, its clock and its historic sites, as well as its panoramic views of the Seine and the city from the hillsides.

This short walk will allow you to discover the banks of the Robec and then the murals painted on the walls of the Sapins buildings.

With a nod to Victor Hugo, who referred to the city as the city of a hundred bell towers, the theme of this urban walk is churches and chapels without bell towers. These are the remains of churches that have suffered the ravages of history and urbanisation, as well as churches and chapels that have been deconsecrated and converted to other uses or are awaiting decisions on their fate. A few buildings still used for worship are exceptions, but they are well worth a visit. An opportunity to (re)discover this beautiful city .

Take a stroll through this village on the banks of the Seine, where a few curiosities await you: its church and its 15th-century mill, of which only the pillars date back to that period. This village is unique in that it has unusual dwellings known as troglodytes. Its hillsides overlooking the Seine are crossed by theGR® 2 hiking trail and are listed in the Natura 2000 programme and classified as an Important Bird Area (IBA).

A walk through three charming villages: Herqueville, Andé (and its Rue du Moulin) and then Connelles, offering the chance to discover their remarkable architectural heritage.The woods and paths through the rolling countryside, as well as the hill offering panoramic views of the Seine and the Étangs de Poses, add further charm to this lovely walk.

Rouen and its half-timbered streets. Typical Normandy and boats on the Seine. With a rich and prestigious past, largely dating back to the medieval era, not to mention the martyrdom and death of Joan of Arc.

Beautiful paths through the Bord Forest and the market gardeners’ fields. Very few roads.

You will pass through forest tracks and paths across fields, allowing you to discover different species of trees and, if you’re lucky, deer or wild boar. There are plenty of birds here. Please be aware of hunting seasons.

A stroll along Rouen’s quays, which have been converted into a promenade, between the Presqu’île Rollet and Île Lacroix, with a detour through the old town.