Van Gogh Countryside Escape***A premium art & countryside escape through the landscapes that inspired Vincent Van Gogh — just outside Paris.***
**HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?**
Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket.
[http://urbanaturetravel.com/event/van-gogh-countryside-25apr2026](http://urbanaturetravel.com/event/van-gogh-countryside-25apr2026)
**SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS**
* 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10**
* Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website.
**🌿 WHY GO?**
Step into the landscapes that inspired some of the most powerful paintings in art history.
Just outside Paris lies the charming village of Auvers-sur-Oise — forever connected to the life and legacy of Vincent van Gogh.
In the final months of his life, Van Gogh painted more than **70 masterpieces** here. The rolling wheat fields, quiet village paths, and historic buildings became the inspiration for some of the most emotional paintings in modern art.
On this **premium art & countryside experience**, you won’t just visit a destination — you will **walk through the landscapes that shaped one of the world’s greatest artists**.
Expect a perfect blend of:
🎨 Art history
🌿 Scenic countryside walking
🏡 Historic French village charm
📸 Iconic photography locations
This is a **carefully curated cultural escape from Paris**.
✨**WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?**
🎨 **Auvers-sur-Oise – The Village of Van Gogh**
Explore the charming countryside village where the artist created some of his most iconic paintings.
⛪ **The Church of Auvers**
Visit the famous church immortalized in Van Gogh’s painting *The Church at Auvers*.
🏛 **Maison de Van Gogh Museum**
Discover the small inn where Van Gogh spent his final days.
🏰 **Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise**
A stunning historic castle surrounded by elegant gardens and countryside landscapes.
🌾 **Van Gogh Wheat Fields Walk**
Walk through the landscapes that inspired some of the artist’s final masterpieces.
🪦 **Van Gogh & Theo Graves**
Visit the peaceful cemetery where Vincent and his brother Theo rest side by side.
🌊 **Oise River Countryside Trails**
Relaxed scenic walking paths along quiet riverbanks.
🌳 **Hidden Valley Forest Trails**
Discover tranquil woodland paths far away from tourist crowds.
🏡 **Traditional French Village Streets**
Stone houses, bakeries, cafés, and charming streets that feel frozen in time.
☕ **Relaxing Countryside Café Break**
Enjoy coffee, pastry, or lunch in a picturesque French village setting.
✨ **Optional Add-On Experiences (available on ticket page):**
• Absinthe Museum visit
• Scenic Oise River boat cruise
📅**TRIP DETAILS**
**Start and End Date:** Saturday, 25 April.
**Meeting Location and Time:**
* **Option A:** Meet inside Paris Gare du Nord[ ](https://share.google/Xe6TrbqMlCKmi2eXn "https://share.google/Xe6TrbqMlCKmi2eXn")at 9:00 am on Saturday.
* **Option B:** Meet outside Auvers-sur-Oise Train Station at 10:00 am on Saturday.
**Note:** Exact platform location in Paris Gare du Nord will be advised in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants the day before the trip.
**Finishing Location and Time:**
* **Option A:** Paris Gare du Nord at 5:30 pm on Saturday.
* **Option B:** Auvers-sur-Oise Train Station at 4.30 pm on Saturday.
**Hiking Distance:** 12 km from Auvers-sur-Oise and back.
**Hiking Duration:** \~5–6 hours including breaks**.**
**Elevation Gain:** \~150 m.
**Hiking Difficulty:** Easy to Moderate - walking through village streets, countryside trails and historical landmarks.
**Pace:** Relaxed & social.
**Kid and Pet Friendly :** Yes
**Optional Add-Ons:**
* Absinthe Museum
* River Cruise
**What is Included?**
* Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration of the trip.
* Transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location (depending on ticket selection).
* Scenic countryside hike around Auvers-sur-Oise.
* Guided art & history storytelling throughout the trip.
* Visit to key Van Gogh locations in Auvers-sur-Oise.
* Entry to **Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise**.
* Group coordination for train travel (Option A).
* Small friendly group atmosphere.
* Access to a WhatsApp group and Google photos album dedicated for this trip.
**Note:** Email us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp and we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication.
**What is not Included?**
* Lunch / personal food expenses.
* Optional experiences (Absinthe Museum / River Cruise).
**What to Bring?**
Weather is temperament and can vary between raining and sunny weather. Would recommend the following at a minimum:
* Packed lunch for break during hike
* Comfortable walking shoes / hiking shoes
* Light rain jacket
* Rain trousers
* Small day backpack
* Sun protection
* Sunglasses
* Water (minimum 1L)
**How to get to Auvers-sur-Oise?**
**Train:** Auvers-sur-Oise can be reached from Paris Gare du Nord in about **1 hour** via regional trains.
Regular regional trains run throughout the day.
**Need Assistance:**
For travel planning help or future multi-day trips, reach out directly:
📲 WhatsApp / SMS
+49 152 2150 6123
+49 151 2486 7229
**🗺 WHAT IS THE PLAN?**
**🕘 9:00 AM – Meet at Paris Gare du Nord**
Meet your guide and fellow travelers at **Paris Gare du Nord**.
After a quick introduction, we board the train together toward **Auvers-sur-Oise**.
**🚆 9:15 AM – Train Journey to Auvers-sur-Oise**
Enjoy a scenic train ride through the northern Paris countryside as we leave the busy city behind and head toward the peaceful landscapes that inspired **Vincent van Gogh**.
**🏡 10:15 AM – Arrival in Auvers-sur-Oise**
We arrive in the charming village and begin our exploration with an introduction to Van Gogh’s life during his final months.
**🎨 10:30 AM – Visit Maison de Van Gogh**
Visit **Maison de Van Gogh**, where the artist spent the last 70 days of his life and created some of his most famous works.
**⛪ 11:15 AM – Church of Auvers & Village Walk**
See the famous **Church of Auvers**, immortalized in one of Van Gogh’s most iconic paintings.
We then stroll through the quiet village streets and historic buildings.
**🌾 12:00 PM – Countryside Walk through Van Gogh’s Landscapes**
We walk through the beautiful countryside paths and wheat fields that inspired many of Van Gogh’s final paintings. This section offers some of the **most beautiful viewpoints and photo opportunities of the day**.
**🍽 1:00 PM – Lunch Break in the Village**
Enjoy a relaxed **lunch break in Auvers-sur-Oise**.
Participants are free to choose from charming local cafés or bakeries.
**🏰 2:00 PM – Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise**
Visit **Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise**, a beautiful historic château featuring immersive exhibitions about the world of Impressionist painters.
**🪦 3:30 PM – Van Gogh & Theo’s Graves**
Visit **Van Gogh's Grave**, a peaceful and meaningful place where Vincent and his brother Theo rest side by side.
**☕ 4:00 PM – Free Time in Auvers-sur-Oise**
Relax in the village square, enjoy a coffee, browse small art shops, or explore optional add-on experiences available during ticket booking.
**🚆 4:30 PM – Return Journey Begins**
We head back toward **Paris Gare du Nord** for the return train.
**🕔 \~5:30 PM – Arrival Back in Paris**
Arrival at **Paris Gare du Nord**, marking the end of this beautiful **art and countryside escape inspired by Van Gogh**.
**🌿 A DAY OF ART, NATURE & SLOW TRAVEL**
Step away from the busy streets of Paris and walk through the **timeless countryside that inspired one of the world’s greatest artists.**
🎨 Art
🌿 Nature
🏡 French countryside charm
**Join us for a unique cultural escape into the landscapes of Van Gogh.**
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