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Chemin Péguy: Pont-sous-Gallardon - Chartres
Association / Club / Walk leader
14.10 mi
+266 ft
-177 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bailleau-Armenonville (Eure-et-Loir)
The last section, from Pont sous Gallardon to Chartres, is the highlight of the route. The Beauce plain appears flat, but its many undulations reveal and conceal the spires and nave of the cathedral in turn.
The Chemin Charles Péguy was created by the Amitié Charles Péguy with the cooperation of all the municipalities crossed and the support of the Eure-et-Loir Departmental Council.
Circular between Mévoisins and Bailleau-Armenonville
Visorando Member
12.04 mi
+272 ft
-246 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mévoisins (Eure-et-Loir)
This is a pleasant and easy circular route, alternating between wooded areas, forest edges and fields. Most of the route offers unobstructed views, even overlooking the Eure and Voise valleys. It is a landscape with very little traffic, allowing you to enjoy watching herons and harriers take flight, small game such as deer and hares scampering across the fields and paths, and, in season, gliders soaring through the sky.
Ablis - Pont-sous-Gallardon
9.58 mi
+236 ft
-341 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ablis (Yvelines)
This route is the third of the four sections of the Chemin Charles Péguy. It follows in the footsteps of the poet Charles Péguy, who made two pilgrimages to Chartres (in 1912 and 1913, each lasting four days there and back), celebrated in a poem that has gone down in history.
The route alternates between the landscapes of the Beauce region and other, more hilly and charming landscapes that you might not expect.
The Drouette Valley between Épernon and Nigelles
Tourism professional
9.33 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Épernon (Eure-et-Loir)
On the outskirts of the Paris region, let yourself be surprised by the bucolic and relaxing landscape of the Drouette Valley. After strolling through the grazing meadows, don't leave without visiting the Millstones and Cobblestones Museum, a testament to Épernon's economic appeal.
Between the Canal Louis XIV and the Eure Valley
10.16 mi
+148 ft
-167 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Maintenon (Eure-et-Loir)
Starting from Maintenon station, a green loop allows you to admire the colossal Maintenon aqueduct and follow the Louis XIV canal for several kilometres before passing through the Eure valley and returning along the river.
We recommend a picnic on the banks of the Eure or at Saint-Piat station if it rains.
Maintenon - Eure Loop
13.96 mi
+256 ft
-259 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Maintenon (Eure-et-Loir)
Depart from Maintenon, passing by the château and then the plateau overlooking the Eure valley to Nogent-le-Roi, where you can admire the church and half-timbered houses. The return journey takes you through the valley along the path on the platform of the old railway line and then along the banks of the river on a charming shaded path.
Around Jouy
4.24 mi
+138 ft
-125 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Jouy (Eure-et-Loir)
A varied walk: woods, fields, village (road), river, watermills, church, etc. This gentle circular walk features just one short climb.
You can reach the start by car at the entrance to the village.
You can also join the walk from Jouy station (700 m): see Practical Information.
The Roguenette Valley
4.37 mi
+135 ft
-144 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Gasville-Oisème (Eure-et-Loir)
This trail, starting from Oisème, a village nestled along the Roguenette, invites you to discover the painters and writers of the 18th century: the Goncourt brothers, Ingres, Courbet, and Corot, who created a fresco in Gasville Church and in Saint-Julien Chapel in Chartres.
Circular route between Saint-Hilarion and Épernon
10.06 mi
+463 ft
-479 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilarion (Yvelines)
A long tour starting from Saint-Hilarion that will take you to Raizeux through fields and forests, then to Épernon, which you will cross before following the Drouette river along a small, intimate path, and finally back up to Saint-Hilarion.
Circular route around the Drouette river starting from Saint-Martin-de-Nigelles
5.83 mi
+141 ft
-167 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Nigelles (Eure-et-Loir)
A short walk along the Drouette river, passing most of the points of interest on the Discovery Trail
This link allows you to discover the game and the information panels placed along the route.
Circular walk on the GR®655 between Saint-Martin-de-Nigelles and Villiers-le-Morhier
7.51 mi
+184 ft
-187 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Nigelles (Eure-et-Loir)
Between Beauce and the Eure Valley, this circular walk invites you to stroll along the Drouette in the footsteps of millers, lords and cathedral builders. The walk follows the GR®655 West, one of the Grande Randonnée trails leading to Santiago de Compostela.
Between La Guéville and La Drouette
14.57 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Gazeran (Yvelines)
A loop west of Rambouillet, alternating between forest and cultivated fields. Several passages along two charming rivers, the Guéville and the Drouette.
Batonceau Woods and wallabies in Gazeran
8.88 mi
+217 ft
-197 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gazeran (Yvelines)
A beautiful walk through fields and woodland starting from Gazeran church, offering the chance to see hares, deer and even wallabies. Few elevation changes and well-marked trails; lots of wildlife. Please note that some sections may be very muddy after rain.
Updated: December 2023 *
Circular route in the Rambouillet Forest towards Poigny-La-Forêt from Gazeran
16.21 mi
+341 ft
-341 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Gazeran (Yvelines)
A circular route through the Rambouillet National Forest starting from Gazeran and around Poigny-la-Forêt. Return via the Étang de Coupe-Gorge and Rambouillet Park.
Château Rouge and the Epernon plateau
5.73 mi
+177 ft
-190 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Hermeray (Yvelines)
A very peaceful walk, no difficulty, with scenery of plains and woodland.
Loop around the grounds of Rambouillet Castle
4.53 mi
+72 ft
-82 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Rambouillet (Yvelines)
A pleasant short walk to explore the surroundings of Rambouillet Castle, its park and gardens, as well as other sites to visit such as the Bergerie. A walk that can easily be combined with sightseeing for the whole family.
Please note: Before setting off, check the opening hours of the Rambouillet Castle park, as they may vary depending on the season.
Moderator's note, October 2021: Bergerie closed, see comments at the bottom of this page
From Rambouillet to Orgerus through the Rambouillet and Quatre Piliers forests
18.03 mi
+492 ft
-591 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Rambouillet (Yvelines)
A south-north crossing of the Rambouillet and Quatre Piliers forests, from station to station! The route, mainly through forest, is long and requires a good sense of direction for the first half. Several ponds and remarkable trees line the route.
From Rambouillet to Saint-Léger-en-Yvelines, follow the GR®1 trail.
15.84 mi
+597 ft
-669 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rambouillet (Yvelines)
The Rambouillet Forest is one of the largest forests in the Paris region. This section ofthe GR®®1 trailallows you to explore the western part of the forest. It is full of charm and features remarkable sites such as the Chêne de la Pocqueterie oak tree, the Rochers d'Angennes rocks and the Pierre Ardoue stone. The route starts in a town with great cultural potential, including the Château de Rambouillet, the Hermitage, the Laiterie de la Reine and the Chaumière aux Coquillages.
The Palace of the King of Rome in Rambouillet
4.99 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Rambouillet (Yvelines)
A pleasant little walk to explore the Rambouillet Castle Park and the Bergerie.A walk that allows you to visit either the Bergerie or the Museum located in the Palais du Roi de Rome.
The Étang d’Or in the Rambouillet Forest
3.96 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Rambouillet (Yvelines)
A walk through the Rambouillet Forest to discover the Étang d’Or, which you’ll come across at a bend in a forest track, and walk all the way round it. This pond is aptly named, as it is so beautiful and peaceful: the perfect setting for daydreaming. You can spot coots, mallards and grey herons. This walk mainly follows theGR®1, marked with red and white signs.
Along the Eure, from Lormaye to Mormoulins
6.36 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lormaye (Eure-et-Loir)
This easy, bucolic walk allows you to discover a little of the Eure, a peaceful river.The starting point is a curiosity in itself: a town hall unlike any other.The finish invites you into the pretty little town of Nogent-le-Roi, with its old half-timbered houses.
The woods of Nogent-le-Roi
7.43 mi
+240 ft
-243 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Nogent-le-Roi (Eure-et-Loir)
Starting from Nogent-le-Roi, explore the surrounding countryside between woods and valleys before visiting the castle park. The Eure valley and its water mills can be explored at a leisurely pace. Half-timbered houses characterise the distinctive architecture of Nogent-le-Roi. Between the castle grounds and the Bois de Ruffin, walkers will pass from an urban landscape to a very varied rural landscape.