Seine and Fontainebleau Forest (19 km)

I invite you to join me for a scenic walk starting from the historic banks of the Seine in Melun, where we will begin our journey along the river before diving into the heart of the Forêt de Fontainebleau. We will leave the urban landscape behind to enter a world of ancient woodlands, navigating the winding trails and iconic sandstone boulders that make this forest legendary. The highlight of our hike will be the ascent to the historic Tour Denecourt, where we’ll pause to take in an incredible panoramic view over the vast green canopy of Fontainebleau and the surrounding valleys. It’s a perfect day out for anyone looking to combine riverside charm with the rugged, natural beauty of this forest so close to Paris.

📍Meeting Point
Sunday, April 19, at 09:45 AM
Gare de Melun - Exit: Place de la Gare
Train R: Gare de Lyon 9:12 AM - 9:43 AM Gare de Melun

🎯Ending Point
Fontainebleau - Avon at 15:20 PM
Train R: Fontainebleau - Avon 15:31PM - Gare de Lyon 16:13 PM (back in Paris)

📏Hike Details

• Distance: ~19 km
• Elevation gain: +200 m
• Duration: ~5h30 (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