Famille Domaine de Saint-germain-en-Laye OTISGBSFamille Domaine de Saint-germain-en-Laye OTISGBS
©Famille Domaine de Saint-germain-en-Laye OTISGBS

Your most beautiful walks

Whether you’re a Sunday stroller or a keen walker, discover bucolic itineraries, exotic landscapes and secret corners just waiting for your footsteps. Between the Seine and the forests, nature and culture, each path has its own history and each walk is a breath of fresh air. Ready to put on your trainers? Follow us and discover our most beautiful walks!

#1 In the footsteps of the Impressionists

Imagine walking where Monet, Renoir, Pissarro and many others set down their easels, in the very light they immortalised. Between the banks of the Seine, winding cobbled streets, orchards and breathtaking panoramas, every diversions will plunge you into a living tableau. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just a nature lover, this walk is an invitation to travel back in time, a moment that’s both inspiring and soothing.

#2 Let's take a walk in the woods

While the wolf is away… If there’s no more wolf than Little Red Riding Hood, it’s a little green salamander that’s the subject of this lovely walk through the forest of Saint-Germain. Ready for an adventure? Put on your trainers, we’re taking you along!

#3 Ride along the Seine

Discover Saint Germain Boucles de Seine by bike and be seduced by its picturesque landscapes and rich heritage. From Saint-Germain-en-Laye, follow the cycle path along the Seine through charming villages such as Le Pecq, Chatou and Croissy-sur-Seine.

Between nature, culture and gastronomy, this ride will take you to historic guinguettes and iconic sites such as the Maison de la Grenouillère. Accessible and a change of scenery, this itinerary is ideal for a cycling break just outside Paris. Enjoy a moment of escape and explore the banks of the Seine in a whole new way!

Cycling along the banks of the Seine in YvelinesCycling along the banks of the Seine in Yvelines
©Cycle tour along the banks of the Seine in Yvelines OTISGBS
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©Velo Foret Joel Damasse

#4 Down in the valleys

Nestled in the heart of the former Crüye Forest, renamed the Marly Forest in the late 18thᵉ century, the Chevaudeau Valley walk offers a bucolic getaway just a stone’s throw from Paris. This 6.3 km route, which lasts around 1? hours, is accessible to all levels of walker, making this walk an ideal experience for families and nature lovers alike.

Les Belles Histoires that will amaze you!

Les Belles Histoires qui vous étonnent invites you to delve into the heart of the mysteries and legends of Saint Germain Boucles de Seine. Between historical facts and fascinating tales, let yourself be surprised by little-known anecdotes that give a whole new dimension to our landscapes…

Myth or reality? A strange legend surrounds the mysterious name of Chevaudeau. Some whisper that it is a deformation of Gévaudan, evoking the terrible Beast of Gévaudan, the bloodthirsty monster who terrorised France under Louis XIV. Even more astonishing: his remains are said to have been secretly buried here, in the heart of the Marly forest…

But what is really going on? Fascinating myth or simple linguistic coincidence? One thing’s for sure: Chevaudeau is full of mysteries and an idyllic setting for a timeless stroll. With its shady paths and enchanting legends, this forest has many surprises in store for you…

Will you be able to unravel the secret of Chevaudeau?

After your walk...

Treat yourself to a well-deserved break in one of our restaurants, relax in one of our charming addresses, take the time to recharge your batteries and enjoy life.

 What if you were to look on the bright side of life?

With the Saint Germain Boucles de Seine Tourist Office, every outing becomes an enchanted interlude: unusual walks, charming visits and local discoveries to savour without moderation. Whether you come with friends, family or on your own, there’s always a great surprise waiting for you. Book your next getaway now!