Walks

A wild and extremely demanding alpine route to the summit of Pic Saint-Loup. This route via the West Ridge is intended exclusively for experienced hikers. Warning: those prone to vertigo must absolutely refrain from attempting this. A complete lack of markings, numerous rock-climbing sections on vertical faces and significant exposure to the void characterise this ascent. The return is via the normal route.

In the Sierra de Fontcalent, the mountain range closest to Alicante, there are numerous caves, but some are difficult to access. This walk takes you to explore a cave that is easily accessible. It is a short walk with little elevation gain that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

From March to November, access by car beyond Formentor beach is only possible before 10am. This hike takes you to Cala Murta, a magnificent little secluded cove in the middle of nowhere.

From the Maison Forestière des Sauvas (in the commune of Montmaur), a short family circular route through the forest, beneath the imposing south face of the Bure plateau and its vast scree slopes.The gentle gradient makes this walk suitable for children, even young ones.

A short nature walk around the golf course, alternating between wooded sections inland and bushy paths on the GR®34, offering, once on the latter, several views of the Pléneuve coastline. It is an ideal hike for a short family outing.

Starting from the Touraille crossroads, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.

Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.

Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants?

A fairly flat ride, suitable for all, starting from the Maison des Vins et du Tourisme. Follow the roads of the Frontonnais on this 15 km route, where you’ll see some vineyards and pass through wooded areas.

Jungu/Jungen (1,954 m) is a beautifully situated village above St-Niklaus, which can be reached by cable car (use the intercom). Payment is required at the bottom. Please note: the descent from the Wasulicke features several exposed sections with fixed ropes and ladders.This is the second stage of the Matterhorn tour, passing through the western part of the Matter Vispa valley.

This walk will take you on a tour of Aix-Noulette via the narrow paths (voyettes), then through the woods. Aix-Noulette was a front line during the First World War, defended by the 11th Infantry Brigade and the 24th and 28th Infantry Regiments.

Sillé-le-Guillaume, a Petite Cité de Caractère® located 35 km north-west of Le Mans, is a former stronghold of the Haut-Maine region on the border between Normandy and Brittany. It developed around its castle and collegiate church. It became famous in the20th century for its ‘Coco Plage’ leisure and swimming centre. This walk will allow you to explore the Sillé State Forest and its lakes. Extend your outing with a visit to the town and its castle.

This circular walk starting from the pretty village of Boussoulet and its stunning church is an easy walk. Passing through a beautiful forest, beneath the summit of La Tortue, you will arrive at another pretty village in the Haute-Loire, Montusclat. From this village, you can start a second circular route that will take you to the remarkable Way of the Cross and the Calvary of the Croix de l’Étoile. Return via a pleasant valley.

Final descent to Zermatt. Once again, the hike can be shortened at Furi by taking the Matterhorn Express to Zermatt. The hike remains within the Zermatt ski area.

It is possible to take the ski lifts up to the Théodule refuge, depending on conditions, particularly from Plan Maison via Breuil; or even as far as Fornet, to get even closer

This is the second part of the classic stage of the Tour du Cervin, running from Prarayer to Breuil. The final section of the route can be avoided if you are tired once you reach the road. It is also possible to head towards Varvoie and Lake Perrères to rejoin the road more quickly.

A long route through the heath around Chandolas with some very wild paths. The highlight is a final section along a ledge above Chassezac, which is dizzying but not difficult provided you remain cautious. The use of a map app is strongly recommended, preferably OpenStreetMap, as there are many tracks in the heath.

A short walk that climbs from the village of Luzé, offering sweeping views. In terms of heritage, the church of Luzé and a few beautiful old farmhouses are well worth a visit.

Start from the car park for the beaches, just at the entrance to Galenda on the left before the roundabout. The walk follows the "Cami de Cavalls" and passes a viewpoint as well as beaches and restaurants.

An easy, scenic route with historical and anecdotal information available throughout the walk. Although Waudrez may appear to be a village with ‘no history’, it has a rich past, and its proximity to Binche meant it was often occupied or even destroyed by enemy troops.

How about a path mostly shaded by the canopy of a chestnut grove? That’s exactly what you’ll find on the walk from the village of Verdeggia to Triora, the famous village of witches!

Discover one of Wallonia’s richest natural sites! Located in the Haine Valley, this 550-hectare area is a wetland of international importance (Natura 2000). This flat route, accessible to all (pushchairs welcome), takes you through vast reed beds, ponds and woodland, offering numerous vantage points from which to admire herons, ducks and, with a bit of luck, the elusive bittern.

Village lanes and footpaths starting from the Maison du Parc du Pays des Collines. Very quiet village roads where you’ll come across various animals (cows, meadows with magnificent horses, goats, peacocks, chickens, etc.). Dogs must be kept on a lead, except on the footpaths (watch out for cats, which are often found on the footpaths in this area).

A lovely walk, mainly through woodland above Villette de Vienne, climbing up to the Col de Bel Air. This walk is very pleasant in hot weather. It offers a beautiful view of the Alps and the Pilat.

Starting from the village of Bourlon , this walk invites you to discover the typical landscapes of the Cambrésis region as you make your way successively to Sains-lès-Marquion and then Marquion . With a mix of country lanes, wooded sections and unobstructed views over the plains, the route offers a varied, accessible walk full of little local gems to discover. A circular route ideal for enjoying the rural tranquillity and exploring three villages steeped in history and nature.

Ölökyn ylitys offers one of the finest highlights of Hossa National Park. This route runs alongside the Julma-Ölkky lake-canyon, between steep cliffs, boreal forest and rocky sections. A highlight of the route is crossing the canyon via a 45-metre-long suspension bridge.

A varied hike in the heart of the Namur Condroz, amidst deep forests, hidden valleys and Walloon heritage. The route passes through magnificent wooded areas such as the Bois des Loges, the Bois du Sergent and the Bois d’Insefy, before reaching the superb Bocq Valley and its steep-sided landscapes. It also passes through the villages of Durnal, Evrehailles and Chansin, as well as near Harnoy Castle, the Niersant Cave and the remarkable site of Tienne du Hé. Crupet, listed among the most beautiful villages in Wallonia, reveals its famous medieval keep surrounded by water, as well as the Saint-Antoine Cave and its famous devil. The typical terrain of the Condroz, formed over 350 million years ago, alternates between limestone ridges, damp valleys, beech forests and hedgerow landscapes. With its unspoilt nature, local history and wild atmosphere along the Bocq, this walk promises a wonderful immersion in one of the most beautiful regions of Wallonia.

The Auttikönkään Luontopolku is a short circular walk that showcases several aspects of Finnish Lapland: a powerful waterfall, a deep-gorge river, an unspoilt boreal forest and a few traces of the history of timber floating.

The Riisin rääpäsy circular route offers a fine overview of the iconic landscapes of Riisitunturi National Park. From the boreal forests to the open heights of the tunturi, the route alternates between viewpoints, wetlands and Lappish scenery. The park is particularly renowned for its almost surreal winter landscapes: the spruce trees are covered in a thick layer of frost and snow, forming spectacular white silhouettes.

This route offers one of the most beautiful ways to explore Skuleberget: a short but intense climb via the Grottstigen, right up close to the cliffs and rocks, followed by a gentler, panoramic descent via the Höga Kusten Stigen. With its caves, steep sections, summit overlooking the Baltic Sea and visible traces of post-glacial rebound, this hike encapsulates all the scenic power of the Höga Kusten.

On the itinerary: Asse Ter Heide, Leibeek, Kravaalbos, Kleigat, Herenbos, Meisberg and Meldert. The Kravaalbos, one of the oldest woodlands in the region, will immerse us in a wild atmosphere with its ancient oaks and sunken paths. Once vast, this forest was already used as a hunting ground in the Middle Ages. All along the route, several streams wind through valleys rich in biodiversity, amidst ferns, mosses, willows and alders. The region’s gentle terrain conceals a geological history dating back millions of years, comprising clay, silt and sand. Set amongst woods, the Flemish countryside, old farmhouses and sunken lanes, this walk promises nature, tranquillity and beautiful views.

Starting from the Ronchamps pond, the walk begins by winding through the countryside before heading into the forest.Make sure you’re wearing suitable footwear, as the route follows a stream along a path overgrown with tall grass at the start and flooded with water towards the end. This valley is magnificent and wonderfully wild!The first climb of the route leads out into the countryside with a lovely view to the north over the hills of the Ourthe Valley.A short detour (off the route) to the centre of Beausaint allows you to admire its castle.From Beausaint to Vecmont, it’s (almost) straight ahead and through the countryside. There’s a small chapel and a picnic table between Ronchampay and Vecmont.Shortly after Vecmont, there is (unfortunately) a short kilometre of minor road before entering the woods, which the route leaves only briefly to cross the N89 again and finally return to the starting point.

Once upon a time, there was a railway line numbered 163 that linked Libramont to Gouvy via Bastogne. It is the small stretch of the Ardennes situated between Remience and Morhet, to the north of this disused railway line, that this walk invites you to discover.The alternation between forest and countryside provides the variety of experiences essential to any good walk.Although there are a few rather gloomy stretches of pine forest here and there, the walk ends with a splendid stretch of forest, as wild as you could wish for, around the 18 km mark.Architecture-wise: a small castle hidden in the woods near Morhet Station and the Chapel of Remience (where a touch of AI helps remove the countless power lines that spoil the photos).

Almost entirely through woodland, this walk offers a very pleasant mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, high forests, clearings and clear-cut areas, which then reveal beautiful views over the surrounding valleys.The few rural stretches around Hoursinne (Petite and Grande) and the final kilometre also offer lovely scenery.From the Château du Bois de Harre, nothing can be seen, not even the farm, since the recent planting of a tall hedge of beech or hornbeam trees along the Chemin des Charbonniers, one of the last public paths ‘saved’ in this 550-hectare private woodland.After the first long climb, the route descends towards the Ai l’Oiseau stream – the very same one that flows at the starting point – before climbing up the opposite slope, where you can see a pond, before turning off towards Hoursinne, first Petite Hoursinne and then Grande Hoursinne, hamlets of Érezée at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Much of the walk takes place through the woods, with the option to extend the walk via the arboretum. It is an easy walk suitable for everyone, though there is a slight incline. The path is wide and suitable for pushchairs.

Another route leading to the ruins of Castellaras and Lac de Thorenc, which follows part of the existing route on Visorando. It starts from the D5, at a place called La Pinée, and is just as interesting.

This is one of my favourite walks for a Sunday afternoon. Just a stone’s throw from Lyon, accessible by car or bus. Easy and shaded in summer. Picturesque with a superb route along the River Yzeron. A real little paradise on the city’s doorstep!

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.

Set off in search of the heritage of Saint-Martin-en-Bresse by exploring its 19th-century church, notable for its neo-Gothic style and colourful stained-glass windows, as well as the old railway station, once a hub of trade between the Bresse and Chalon, now gone but steeped in history.

A pleasant walk around Lac des Leschères and through the Montreuil-sur-Blaise Communal Forest. It is utterly peaceful, with birdsong or the rustling of leaves in the wind, depending on the season. Lac des Leschères, known locally as ‘Digue’, is a former 40-hectare reservoir that fed the canal linking Brousseval to Saint-Dizier. The route takes you through the forest and along paths that are sometimes not shown on maps:the Visorando app is recommended.

An unpretentious walk with little elevation gain. It offers a glimpse of a scattered rural landscape made up of isolated farmsteads amidst cultivated fields. Some buildings are in a state of disrepair, whilst others are still inhabited by farmers.

This walk takes you up to the heights of the village over varied terrain, with a ford to cross on your return. You can continue by exploring this little village and recharging your batteries at the bar-restaurant, which is currently being refurbished.

This short, highly symbolic circular route invites you to discover the Talvisodan monumentti, a key site commemorating the Winter War between Finland and the Soviet Union, where the setting helps to convey the harshness of the fighting that took place here during the winter of 1939–1940. The route crosses the memorial before turning back through the neighbouring forest.

Immerse yourself in history as you wander the narrow streets of Gammelstad, the best-preserved church town in all of Scandinavia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This route invites you to stroll around its15th-century stone church, the focal point around which the streets developed to accommodate more than 400 picturesque wooden cottages, painted in traditional Falun red, to welcome isolated farmers who would converge on these refuges for the weekend to attend the obligatory mass.

Welcome to Han-sur-Lesse, where nature and mystery meet. Between rivers and ponds, the Lesse winds its way between limestone cliffs and dry hills with rare flora, contrasting with the damp valleys. Underground, a fascinating world: rocks sculpted by water, caves, sinkholes and cavities bear witness to millions of years of erosion. In woods such as the Banalbois or the Griffaloux, the atmosphere becomes wilder. Ancient hermitages remind us of the presence of recluses in search of peace. A walk amidst rock, water and forest, rich in history and sensations.

The route passes Château Bonaventure, then follows the valleys of the Molenbeek and Zijpbeek, once vital to the local mills. The walk crosses King Baudouin Park, the Ganshoren marsh and the Laerbeek and Poelbos woods, rich in wildlife and typical of Brabant landscapes. The unassuming Poelbosbeek further contributes to this natural ecosystem. The Heymbos and Dielegem woods are a reminder of the former presence of the medieval abbey. Further on, the Atomium comes into view, the iconic symbol of Expo ’58, before the route passes through the Royal Domain of Laeken. This is a walk combining nature, history and Brussels’ heritage.

This 12.1 km circular walk starting from Hill 60, near Ypres, offers an immersion in nature and the memory of the First World War. Accessible and of moderate difficulty, it begins along the Ypres-Komen canal before crossing the open landscapes and ponds of the Palingbeek estate. The route alternates between paths, forest trails and wooden footbridges, with a few flights of steps.

Rising to an altitude of 1,515 metres above the village of Murat-le-Quaire, the Banne d’Ordanche is a volcanic peak offering a 360° view that is truly breathtaking. This hike begins with an ascent, starting with gentle zigzags before finishing with steps leading to the summit of the Banne.

Welcome to Lembeek, where nature and history intertwine at every turn. The Kasteelpark, the former castle grounds, offers a romantic19th-century atmosphere. Nearby, the Malakoff Tower (1854), built as a folly, served as a viewpoint over the valley. The Zenne and its tributaries (Vijverbeek, Maasdalbeek, Mollebeek) shape a wetland landscape that was once ideal for mills. It is a varied walk through water, woods, history and legends.

A lovely circular route starting from the Unterwasser car park, passing by Grappelensee and descending towards Alt St Johann. The route follows small tarmac roads before reaching the higher ground. The same applies on the descent. These roads are quiet.