When the sun deigns to show its face in Paris, a host of activities are on offer, including beautiful hikes all around its perimeter. In fact, the Ile-de-France region is brimming with little signposted paths, each more bucolic than the last. This time, let’s head for the Val-d’Oise and the Sausseron valley, to discover an 8.6-kilometre trail, winding its way between numerous points of interest to the east of the Vexin Français regional nature park. Get your walking shoes on!
A flower-filled hike not far from Paris
From theForêt de Fontainebleau to the Rivière du Morbras and the Vallée de Chevreuse, there are countless magnificent estates surrounding the Île-de-France region. But for today’s walk, we’re heading east to the Vexin, where there’s already a lovely 17-kilometer itinerary to discover its points of interest. To the east of the estate meanders the Sausseron, a picturesque little river along which our walk is orchestrated.
This 8.6-kilometer loop is the most peaceful way to discover this little haven of peace just 25 kilometers from Paris. Starting from the Valmondois train station, you’ll follow the path north-westwards before crossing the river and returning to point A by another route. Along the way, you’ll pass through fields, forests and small villages with a wide variety of colorful landscapes. It’s a colorful little circuit, and one in which you’ll appreciate the beauty of the flora present. This is one of the most flower-filled hikes in the Île-de-France region!
As for the difficulty of the itinerary, nothing too demanding is required to complete these 8 kilometers, which take an average of 2h30 to complete. All you need is a few snacks and a few liters of water. It’s best to do it on a sunny day, as the trail tends to be muddy on rainy days.
This is one of the many beautiful hiking trails to be found in the Paris region. Don’t hesitate to take a look at our list of the region’s most beautiful escapades.
Now you’ve got all the info, all you need to do is get going!
Randonnée au fil du Sausseron – All info here
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