©Group of walkers in front of a sign on the Chemin des Impressionnistes in Port-Marly

The Impressionist Trail In the footsteps of the greatest painters

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.

Nine courses Around fifty paintings

At Saint Germain Boucles de Seine, around fifty reproductions of paintings have been placed at the very spot where the painters set up their easels. Ranging in length from 1 to 5 kilometres, these routes are accessible to all, and you can also combine them for a longer stroll. Here are our tips for discovering the Impressionist Trail.

Discover the ten Impressionist trails of the territory
L Etang La Ville Ruisseaux
©L Etang La Ville Ruisseaux|OTI SGBS
The Impressionist Trail at l’Etang-la-Ville
A village surrounded by the royal towns of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and Marly-le-Roi, on the edge of the Marly national forest, L'Étang-la-Ville awaits you for a moment of culture...
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Lepecq Chemin Des Impressionnistes
©Lepecq Chemin Des Impressionnistes|OTI SGBS
The Impressionist Trail in Le Pecq
The town of Le Pecq is waiting for you! Find out more about the town's history. Follow in the footsteps of pre- and post-Impressionist artists such as William Turner, Maurice...
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Chemin Des Impressionnistes Croissy Nicolas Mauge
©Chemin Des Impressionnistes Croissy Nicolas Mauge|NICOLAS MAUGE
The Impressionist Trail at Croissy-sur-Seine
You're going to love discovering Croissy-sur-Seine; a paradise for family outings! The commune is bursting with activities and leisure activities to enjoy with friends and...
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Impressionist Trail Place Malraux
©Impressionist Trail Place Malraux|OTI SGBS
The Impressionist Trail in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Immerse yourself in the evolution of the city through the eyes of Impressionist painters Philippe Parrot-Lecomte and Giuseppe De Nittis, and let yourself be carried away by the...
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Chemin Des Impressionnistes Marly Nicolas Mauge
©Chemin Des Impressionnistes Marly Nicolas Mauge|NICOLAS MAUGE
The Impressionist Trail at Marly-le-Roi
On the edge of the great hunting forests, Louis XIV fell under the spell of Marly. That's why he asked Jules Hardouin-Mansart to build him a more 'intimate' residence than...
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©Group of walkers in front of a sign on the Chemin des Impressionnistes in Port-Marly
The Impressionist Trail in Port-Marly
In the heart of Port-Marly, let yourself be carried away by the landscapes that inspired Sisley, Renoir and so many others. Between the Seine, nature and history, the Chemin...
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View of the Ile des Impressionistes in Chatou from the bridge
©View of the Ile des Impressionistes in Chatou from the bridge
The Impressionist Trail in Chatou
Come and discover the landscapes and the Fournaise hamlet so loved by the painter, starting with a visit to the Fournaise museum, which tells this wonderful story. Enjoy the...
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Carrieres Sur Seine Ville Nicolas Mauge
©Carrieres Sur Seine Ville Nicolas Mauge|NICOLAS MAUGE
The Impressionist Trail at Carrières-sur-Seine
The village and banks of the Seine at Carrières-sur-Seine are well worth a visit! Come and discover what this commune has in store for you. Trace its evolution as you wander...
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Person looking at a sign on the Chemin des Impressionnistes in Louveciennes
©Person looking at a sign on the Chemin des Impressionnistes in Louveciennes
The Impressionist Trail in Louveciennes
Built around a Carolingian monastery belonging to the Abbey of Saint-Denis, Louveciennes has long been a farming village. They grew vines and fruit trees on the hillsides along...
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The Impressionist Trail in Bezons
This Chemin des Impressionnistes is the latest of our itineraries… Its dedicated page will be arriving very soon, so please wait a little longer!

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Emilie's great idea
Good news for all art and nature lovers: some of the Chemins des impressionnistes are accessible to pushchairs and people with disabilities. Constructed with stabilised paths and gentle slopes, they allow everyone to fully enjoy the emblematic panoramas of the Impressionist paintings.
Whether you’re in a wheelchair, with a pushchair or simply looking for a path that’s easy to access, these paths promise a great artistic and bucolic getaway. Ask one of our tourist advisors at the Tourist Office about the routes best suited to your needs.

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Family spirit
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©Toits Chateau Creditphilippemeunierstthomastv|Philippe Meunier
At the heart of history
The banks of Port-Marly
©The banks of Port-Marly|KROL
Along the Seine
Carrieres Sur Seine
©Carrieres Sur Seine|NICOLAS MAUGE
A plain of character
The Fournaise house on the Île des Impressionnistes in Chatou
©The Fournaise house on the Île des Impressionnistes in Chatou
Land of artists
Statuary in the park at Marly
©Statuary in the park at Marly|Philippe Meunier
Louveciennes & Marly-le-Roi