Let’s explore the forests of the Chevreuse Valley on a scenic spring hike from Bures-sur-Yvette to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse.
We’ll walk through lush green forests in full spring atmosphere, with fresh leaves, vibrant vegetation, and a calm, refreshing feel throughout the trail. Passing through the charming village of Courcelle-sur-Yvette, we’ll follow sections of the GR® routes that cross the valley, combining peaceful woodland paths with occasional open viewpoints.
The route takes us through the Parc naturel régional de la Haute Vallée de Chevreuse, with a mix of shaded forest and rolling countryside. Along the way, we’ll pass near small hamlets and quiet rural paths typical of the region, before reaching Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, where the landscape opens up with wider views over the valley.
📍Meeting Point
Sunday, April 26, at 10:50 AM
Bures-sur-Yvette RER B - Exit 1
RER B: Châtelet les Halles 10:08 AM - 10:47 AM Bures-sur-Yvette RER B
🎯Ending Point
Gare de Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse at 15:30 PM.
RER B: Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse - Châtelet les Halles (back in Paris) at around 17:00 PM.
📏Hike Details
- Distance: ~16 km
- Elevation gain: +350 m
- Duration: ~4h30 (including stops and lunch)
- Difficulty: Moderate. (we are walking at a 4.5 km/h pace, for you reference)
- Lunch: We’ll stop for lunch in the forest, so please bring your own food and water.
- Language: English – ideal for expats and anglophones living in or visiting Paris.
You are responsible for your own actions — please ensure you feel comfortable with the distance, and you act responsibly.
🎒What to Bring
- Small backpack
- 1L of water
- Lunch/snacks
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Rain jacket or umbrella
⭐Participation
€10 per person, cash or via Revolut/WeRo at the end of the hike.
See you,
Mihai
