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Eure-et-Loir Tourisme

Château Frazé

In Eure-et-Loir, there is only one motto LET IT SLOW, meaning taking the time to live.  We take our belongings and unwind. Eure-et-Loir is the guaranteed detox break!  So what are you waiting for a little country cut? 

Prepare to feast your eyes!

In Eure-et-Loir, history and architecture dazzle the eyes! A must-see, the Chartres Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, amazes with its dazzling stained glass and mystical labyrinth. Another gem, the Maintenon Castle, former residence of Madame de Maintenon, secret wife of Louis XIV, reveals its elegant gardens designed by Le Nôtre.

Head to the Middle Ages with the Châteaudun Castle, an impressive fortress perched above the Loir, and the Saint-Jean Castle in Nogent-le-Rotrou, guardian of the Perche gates. Literature lovers will dive into the cozy world of the Marcel Proust Museum in Illiers-Combray, the birthplace of the famous literary madeleine.

Between medieval treasures, romantic castles, and places of memory, Eure-et-Loir invites you on a journey through time… So, ready to open your eyes wide?  

Let's Go, Alphonse!

In Eure-et-Loir, the adventure begins at the end of the trail! With 2,000 km of marked trails, the department is a vast playground for all explorers.  On foot, roam the secret hills of Perche or the golden plains of Beauce; by bike, glide along the Eure and Loir rivers; and on the water, paddle to the rhythm of peaceful landscapes. Canoeing, hiking, mountain biking… here, every outing is a breath of fresh air and an invitation to slow down to better savor the moment. So, when do we leave?  

Unplug in the forest

Need a break away from the hustle and bustle? Just 1 hour from Paris, Eure-et-Loir opens the doors to its deep forests for total disconnection. Stroll beneath the majestic oaks and remarkable trees of the Senonches forest, one of the largest state-owned forests in France, or breathe the fresh air of the woods of Anet and Dreux, true havens of peace. After a refreshing walk, extend the experience with a night in nature: treehouse, wooden lodge, or forest cabin, here, you fall asleep to the owls' song and wake up to the rustling leaves. Silence, breathe!

A revitalizing escape to enjoy without moderation! 


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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The medieval town of Bonneval
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 28 m
Descent 28 m

Good valley, fertile valley… This seems to be the origin of the name Bonneval! 

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Manors between Berthe and Ronne
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 20.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 219 m
Descent 219 m

Beautiful climbs punctuate this sporty route around the valleys of the Ronne and the Berthe, which you will often overlook. 

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Chartres and the Eure valley
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 19.4 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 55 m
Descent 56 m

Along the Eure, between openfield and enclosed areas, this route invites you to discover both the city and the countryside starting from the ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Along the Louis XIV canal
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16.7 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 75 m
Descent 75 m

The path invites you to discover a canal (14 km) built by Vauban and la Hire in the bed of the Drouette. 

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Les balcons du Perche
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 28.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 286 m
Descent 263 m

This route offers significant elevation changes but an exceptional panorama. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Between Loir and Conie
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17.4 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 34 m
Descent 31 m

At the confluence of the Loir valleys, born at the borders of Perche and Conie, resurgence of the Beauce aquifer, the Dunois region displays ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The meadow
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.5 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 6 m

This route follows the trails around the ponds and through the meadow: a green spot in the city. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Nogent, city of the counts of Rotrou
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.7 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 48 m
Descent 47 m

A historical and heritage visit of the capital of Perche in the footsteps of Rotrou III, count of Perche, Maximilien de Béthune, duke of Sully, ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The heights of Chartres
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.4 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 33 m
Descent 33 m

Along the Couanon stream, the gardens enhance this route where you will enjoy beautiful views of the cathedral.

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
At the foot of Montigny castle
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.4 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 2 m

Between the Cathedral of Chartres and the chateaux of the Loire, Cloyes-les-Trois-Rivières is located on the green and wooded banks of the Loir, ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
In the footsteps of Vlaminck
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.9 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 42 m
Descent 42 m

This walking route takes paths that pass near places related to Vlaminck, a painter from the early 20th century.

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
In the footsteps of the White Lady
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 28.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 69 m
Descent 73 m

At the gates of the Perche Regional Natural Park, La Ferté-Vidame is a small town of character where the built heritage is preserved. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The Diane estate
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 139 m

From culture to nature to the discovery of natural areas in the Dreux state forest.

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
In Dreux forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 62 m
Descent 62 m

This hike in the Dreux forest offers a very beautiful view over the village of Montreuil, the Eure valley, and the arches of the Eure siphon, the ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The abbey of Thiron-Gardais
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 83 m
Descent 83 m

Starting from the abbey of Thiron-Gardais, you will pass by the thematic gardens and the tithe barn, then the route continues through the ...

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 19.9 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 33 m
Descent 63 m

After this long route through the great outdoors, why not let yourself be charmed by La Ferté-Vidame and Senonches and discover them while strolling.

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Wolf hunters' path
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 25.5 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 103 m
Descent 103 m

This route in the Senonches state forest or along its edge is suitable for all audiences, without any difficulty and relatively flat.

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Perruchet and its migratory birds
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 30.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 140 m

The beginnings of the Perche can be felt during this bike ride south of La Loupe.

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The Senonches state forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17.4 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 84 m
Descent 85 m

An ideal natural space to enjoy a refreshing long walk in all seasons in the heart of the forest and let yourself be surrounded by the colors and ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Mézières-Ecluzelles pond
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.2 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 101 m
Descent 101 m

Discover the limestone hills overlooking the Mézières-Ecluzelles pond, the dolmen of Pierre de Pucre, and the preserved fauna and flora of this ...

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Under Cerise’s gaze
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 19.7 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 128 m
Descent 127 m

This easy and relatively short route follows pleasant roads with bocage landscapes. You will discover some very well-maintained churches such as ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The Cloche valley
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 95 m
Descent 99 m

Transitional land between the Paris Basin to the east and the Armorican Massif to the west, the Perche is characterized by a diversity of natural ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Passing by the Benette
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.7 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 19 m
Descent 7 m

A varied route on small winding paths and wide forest strips by bodies of water. A stop is recommended at the Benette pond, a protected natural ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Plains and valleys of the Dunois
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 18.6 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 85 m
Descent 98 m

Perched on a rocky spur overlooking the Loir, the castle of Châteaudun bears witness to a long historical past with one of the earliest known ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Orgères, the landscapes of Beauce
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 19 m
Descent 19 m

Walk around in peace, the gang of "drivers" from Orgères hasn't been active for a long time!

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Senonches forest and ponds
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 24 m

From Lake Arthur Rémi to the Tardais pond, you will discover the state forest of Senonches at the gates of the town. 

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Bicycle Rides · France
The upper Eure valley
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 26.8 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 35 m
Descent 35 m

From the ponds of Fontenay-sur-Eure, this family route will let you discover the riches of the Eure valley leading you to the park of Blanville ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The chapel of Réveillon
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 16 m
Descent 16 m

In the heart of the forest, a walk between nature and culture connecting the "favorite residence" of Louis de Rouvray, Duke of Saint-Simon, to the ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
La Thironne at Montigny-le-Chartif
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 7.3 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 8 m
Descent 17 m

Between woods and rivers, this route leads the walker through a lush countryside dear to Marcel Proust, the illustrious guest of Illiers-Combray. 

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Ozée, the Noyers valleys
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.5 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 356 m
Descent 356 m

The route through the heart of the 3 valleys of Vinette, Cloche and Arcisse. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The abbeys of Loir
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.8 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 17 m

At the gates of Perche, the Caesar's path winds through the forest to reach the abbeys of Loir. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The Pompadour estate
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 6.4 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 54 m
Descent 53 m

This family route evokes the sites of Madame de Pompadour, mistress of King Louis XV, who lived in Crécy-Couvé in the 18th century. 

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Bicycle Rides · Eure-et-Loir
Along the Eure and the ponds
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 19.5 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 30 m
Descent 30 m

The bucolic route dotted with ponds, meadows, and small villages follows the Eure valley in the countryside around Chartres.

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 40.3 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 138 m
Descent 141 m

Pretty manor houses and small castles can be discovered along this route with some small climbs and relatively long.

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The Roguenette valley
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.2 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 26 m
Descent 30 m

This trail, starting from Oisème, a village nestled along the Roguenette, is an invitation to discover the painters and writers of the 18th ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 2.4 km
Duration 1:10 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 3 m

Very close to Chartres, the Fontenay-sur-Eure site features a series of water bodies from former gravel pits that attract many water birds. 

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
The castle of Frazé
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.4 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 36 m
Descent 47 m

Watered by the Foussarde and surrounded by wooded hills, the commune of Frazé has a remarkably well-preserved village and countryside rich in ...

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Mountain Bike · France
The Vinette Valley
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 75 m
Descent 75 m

The Romanesque church in the village is built with the local sandstone "the stone of St-Denis", which outcrops in the Bois aux Merles and the Bois ...

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 47.4 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 256 m
Descent 256 m

This sporty route from Châteaudun to Cloyes-les-trois-rivières, where the climbs on the hillside alternate with descents towards the Loir, offers ...

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Mountain Bike · France
Via the Vouvray footbridge
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 23.4 km
Duration 2:05 h
Ascent 145 m
Descent 145 m

You will cycle around Châteaudun in a few pedal strokes with safe climbs and descents, crossing the Vouvray footbridge overlooking the bed of the ...

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Hiking Trail · Eure-et-Loir
Senonches State Forest - Nature route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.9 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 2 m
Descent 20 m

This route invites you to follow the edge of the forest to stroll along the banks of the ponds, discover the streams and springs that emerge from ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.4 km
Duration 0:50 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 8 m

This route takes you through the streets of the town center, promenades, and public gardens, all of which are nods to the writer's memories during ...

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Mountain Bike · France
The woods of Saint-Martin
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 22.4 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 80 m
Descent 78 m

From the Loir, the path leads to the Bois des Gâts by a trail that climbs the slope, crosses the plain, the woods of Saint-Martin, and returns by ...

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Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.8 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 24 m

Between dozens of ponds and the Eure valley, the circuit passes the Jean Moulin memorial in La Taye.

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Difficulty easy
Distance 1.3 km
Duration 0:25 h
Ascent 44 m
Descent 43 m

Unmarked trail. Stunning views of the water body and the natural marshland area. The hillside offers a variety of wild orchids and remarkable insects.

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Difficulty
Distance 1.5 km
Duration 0:40 h
Ascent 15 m
Descent 15 m

This trail allows you to discover the communal forest and its numerous natural riches of European interest: ravine woodland, bat hibernation site, ...

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Hiking Trail · France
In the Senonchois region
Difficulty
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 13 m

Water and greenery town, Senonches can be discovered via winding trails at the edge of the forest; along springs and small streets with beautiful ...

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Hiking Trail · France
Froux Peat Bog Trail
Difficulty
Distance 1.5 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 6 m

Located on the edge of the Senonches state forest, in the municipality of Manou and within the Perche Regional Natural Park, the Froux Peat Bog is ...

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Difficulty easy
Distance 1.7 km
Duration 0:25 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 1 m

Unmarked trail. Accessible to strollers. This route has been developed to discover the valley bottom trees, especially those pruned into pollards ...

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Difficulty
Distance 1.9 km
Duration 0:45 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 17 m

This route offers various forest and plain atmospheres. Part of the park is crossed by a Roman underground aqueduct "Le Crotaux-Fées," which ...

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Eure et Loir Tourisme

Address
Rue Denis Poisson
28000 Chartres
Centre-Val de Loire
France
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