Walk - activities

Provins, Île-de-France's largest medieval city, with many treasures to discover

In Seine-et-Marne, just a few kilometers from the capital, lies the medieval town of Provins, a testimony to its trading past and lively fairs. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this town straight out of the Middle Ages is brimming with historical treasures, from the Tour César to its rose-based culinary specialties, not to mention its imposing ramparts!

Did you know? Discover France's oldest cedar of Lebanon in Paris and its unusual history.

In the heart of Paris, the Jardin des Plantes is home to a historical curiosity: the oldest cedar of Lebanon in France. Planted in 1734, its history is a mixture of botany, legend and an incredible journey. Let's take a green walk through Buffon's labyrinth to discover this remarkable 300-year-old tree.

Explore the Belleville vineyard, the capital's thousand-year-old vines

On the 20th arrondissement side, in the Parc de Belleville, you'll find vines that are harvested every year in September or October. Open to visitors from time to time, it's a great opportunity to discover these magnificent vines, unique in the 20th arrondissement!

Parc de la Poudrerie, a listed green nugget in Sevran (93)

Fifteen kilometers from the Bassin de la Villette, along the Canal de l'Ourcq, lies a lovely 137-hectare forest park in the Seine-Saint-Denis municipalities of Livry-Gargan, Villepinte, Sevran and Vaujours. Combining remnants of the area's industrial past with immense tree-lined avenues, it's one of the green spaces not to be missed for a bike ride, family outing or jogging session... in the 93.

Discover the Axe Majeur in Cergy (95), for a beautiful stroll less than an hour from Paris

You may know Cergy as one of the termini of the RER A, which many people in the Paris region use on a daily basis. In any case, one thing is almost certain: you've already seen or heard of the famous "axe majeur", the huge red bridge that crosses the river Oise, so characteristic of the Val-d'Oise town.

Samois-sur-Seine, the charming Village de Caractère on the banks of the Seine and its heritage

Explore Samois-sur-Seine, one of the most beautiful villages in Seine-et-Marne, nestled in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest. Discover its heritage and cultural treasures, just an hour from Paris, on the banks of the Seine.

The most beautiful animal farms in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Looking for a green getaway in the countryside without leaving the region? Head for the farms, sheepfolds and open spaces of our capital and region for a day in the fresh air!

Le Gué, the unusual installation that lets you walk on water at the Domaine de Sceaux

What if we walked on water? Le Gué is the name of this ephemeral installation on the Grand Canal of the Domaine de Sceaux, inviting us to a new and unusual immersive experience, to be discovered from June 3 to September 17, 2023.

The France of Legends at France Miniature: the Immersive Playful Investigation

The France of Legends, the immersive investigation of France Miniature, awaits you for this season 2023. Through a playful game, go and thwart the spell of the Fairy Morgan. Embark on a fascinating journey in an enchanted universe through the whole of France, its tales and fantastic stories.

A family treasure hunt to discover the state forest of La Grange in Yerres (91)

13 kilometers south-east of Paris, the state forest of La Grange connects the Val-de-Marne and Essonne, between the castles of Grosbois and La Grange: rather unknown, the association Au Fil de l'Eau decided to remedy this by proposing a treasure hunt combining a walk and nature observation, to discover one of the most beautiful green spaces of the Ile-de-France with the children

Water games at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud 2023: a free aquatic fairy tale to discover

This year, from June 4 to June 25, 2023, on certain dates and especially on Sundays, the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud offers us a beautiful refreshing stroll in its gardens, with the event Jeux d'eau. Fountains, waterfalls and ponds play an aquatic symphony, to be discovered for free!

Jardins du monde en mouvement, the free botanical and artistic festival at the Cité Universitaire

Come to the Cité universitaire de Paris from May 3 to November 3, 2023, to discover the six ephemeral gardens that were finalists in the "Gardens of the World in Motion" competition. On the program: free poetic strolls through the creative green landscapes that have sprung up in the Cité's immense park.

Family and cultural walks of the Musée en Herbe, for the April 2023 vacations

For the April 2023 vacations, the Musée en Herbe offers walks in Paris, in small groups, to discover the architecture and the works of art hidden there. Several routes are proposed for young people from 6 to 106 years old: Montmartre, the Louvre district, the Champs-Elysées decorated with Geluck's Cat or rather street-art in the 13th district of Paris. Shall we go there?

FlashInvaders, the free application for a street art hunt in Paris

Walks in Paris are cool, but in the end, it's a bit the same all the time: you walk from a point A to a point B, you stop in a square for a snack, you take some pictures and then you go back home. So, here is an application to make all (yes, yes) your walks in Paris a playful moment, by going on an artistic treasure hunt but above all, playful.

Ile de la Jatte: a bucolic stroll along the water's edge in the Hauts-de-Seine department

Situated between Neuilly-sur-Seine and Levallois-Perret, the Ile de la Jatte is an ideal spot for bucolic strolls along the water's edge. Let's take a closer look at this Ile de la Jatte, nearly 2 km long and a source of inspiration for many Impressionist painters.

A guided tour in the footsteps of the Menier family in Paris: private mansions and hidden museum

Immerse yourself in the history of the Menier family during a guided tour that will take you through some superb mansions. This dynasty of chocolate makers and pharmacists has left an exceptional legacy in the capital and you will discover the most hidden museum in Paris in one of their homes!

Parc André Malraux: the Central Park-like green space in Hauts-de-Seine

Looking for a beautiful green space in the Paris region? Head for Parc André Malraux. With its 25 hectares, this green lung of the Hauts-de-Seine is the perfect place to take a break with your partner, family or friends.

The Incredible Gardens of Seine et Marne

The Seine et Marne has decided to highlight its Incredible Gardens through cultural and artistic events that are worth the detour, from April 1 to October 15, 2023. What if we went to (re)discover them?

The picking of Nolongues

Come to Nolongue's pick-your-own to find fresh fruits and vegetables, and moreover in sustainable agriculture. From June to the end of October, come and pick your own seasonal fruits and vegetables at attractive prices.

The free and committed strolls of the Ecolo Tour 2023, in the most beautiful Parisian districts

From April 29 to September 24, the Ecolo Tour 2023 eco-tours invite you to explore Paris in a more ecological, more committed and more responsible way. From the banks of the Seine to Montmartre, come and (re)discover the capital during a two-hour stroll, to meet the places, initiatives and associations that make Paris a greener city.