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Hiking in Paris

Paris Hiking & Trekking Guide 2026

Explore the best hiking trails and trekking routes in Paris.

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Paris has 7+ hiking trails covered in this guide, led by Gorges de Franchard Circuit, Gorges d'Apremont — Bouldering Mecca and Trois Pignons Massif — Southern Fontainebleau. Each entry below includes the practical details — what it costs, when to go, and how to plan around it.

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Top trails

Routes worth lacing up your boots for.

  1. 1

    Gorges de Franchard Circuit

    8 km loop2.5–3 hoursMinimal; 80m total gain

  2. 2

    Gorges d'Apremont — Bouldering Mecca

    9 km loop3–4 hourshard150m total gain; multiple short rocky ascents

  3. 3

    Trois Pignons Massif — Southern Fontainebleau

    12–20 km (multiple route options)4–6 hours for full circuitmoderate200m total gain

  4. 4

    Forêt de Rambouillet — Étang de la Tour Walk

    11 km loop3 hoursmoderate50m total gain; almost flat

  5. 5

    Parc de Sceaux — Gardens and Cherry Blossom Walk

    5–7 km (various routes within the park)2–3 hourseasyMinimal; 30m gentle slopes

  6. 6

    Vexin Français — Plateau Walk from Vétheuil

    14 km loop4 hoursmoderate120m total gain; chalk plateau with Seine valley views

  7. 7

    Bois de Vincennes — Complete Park Circuit

    14 km circumference of the forest3.5–4 hoursmoderateMinimal; flat urban forest

Trail difficulty levels

Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.

Easy

Flat or gently rolling terrain; suitable for any fitness level; good paths; no technical skills required; generally under 10 km

Moderate

Some elevation gain; well-marked trails; occasional scrambling on Fontainebleau rocks; 10–15 km; good footwear recommended

Challenging

Longer distances 15+ km; rocky terrain; significant elevation changes; suitable for experienced hikers

When to hike

Seasonal conditions in Paris.

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Local hazards

What to watch out for on the trail.

Medium

Hazard: Ticks (Lyme disease risk) are present in Fontainebleau and Rambouillet forests from spring to autumn — wear long trousers, use DEET repellent, and check for ticks after walks

Medium

Hazard: Adders (vipères) are present in Fontainebleau but rarely encountered; stick to marked paths

Medium

Hazard: The Fontainebleau bouldering zones have no formal rescue infrastructure — call 15 (SAMU) or 18 (fire brigade/rescue) in an emergency; mobile coverage is generally good

Medium

Hazard: Hunting season runs October to February in some forest zones — orange vests are recommended for walkers during these periods

Medium

Hazard: Flash floods are very rare but possible in gorges during heavy rainfall — check weather before visiting gorge routes

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