Walk around Franchard
Choose a sensible loop, find the right starting point and check forest access before setting out.
Read the guide →FONTAINEBLEAU FOREST AND THE GÂTINAIS
Choose a path.
Take your time.
Walks, villages and unhurried ideas for exploring the sandstone, forest and river landscapes between the Seine and the Loing.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
What kind of day do you have in mind?
OUT AND ABOUT
Six good ways into the area
Explore sand, pines and sandstone
Plan a walk through a striking landscape where access and ground conditions can change quickly.
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Walk from Barbizon to the forest
Combine the village streets, the painters' story and a manageable stretch of woodland.
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Start bouldering at Fontainebleau
Understand circuits, crash pads, erosion and how to choose a sector that suits your level.
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Visit without a car
Build a realistic day around the stations and plan the return journey before you leave.
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Taste the area
Fit markets, local producers and an enjoyable food stop into the day without rushing.
Read the guide →FOUR MORE STARTING POINTS
Choose a part of the forest
BY BIKE
Ride between the Seine, the Loing and the forest
Choose a manageable ride around Valvins, Samois-sur-Seine or the Loing valley, then add a riverside stop or a village lunch. The cycling guide helps you compare distances, train access and the checks to make before setting out.
Choose a cycling day →WHERE TO STAY
Choose your base before filling the itinerary
Fontainebleau, Avon, Barbizon, Moret-sur-Loing and Milly-la-Forêt each create a different kind of trip. Start with the places you genuinely want to visit.