Discover L'Étang de l'Héritage at La Tombe, Seine-et-Marne

This hike will let you discover both sides of this territory: the hills in the northern Montois with its exceptional viewpoints and the ponds of Bassée in the south, formed by gravel mining, now a rich wetland environment for the flora and fauna.

This route offers distinctive landscapes, ponds, canals and marshes in the former of the little Seine. Unexpected encounters with the fauna and flora of the sandpits.

Take a historic tour rich in remarkable religious and civil buildings in a rural setting, through the hills and valleys of the little tributaries of the right bank of the Seine.

Come discover the Loing Valley located in Seine-et-Marne (77) south of the Île de France otherwise, thanks to the canoe! A pleasure for the whole family! Ready for an original release? TOP LOISIRS offers you a warm welcome in a peaceful setting, and canoe rentals at the best prices.

Since May 25, 1899, time has stopped in the workshop of Rosa Bonheur. The Workshop-Museum of Rosa Bonheur has as it's goal to display the place in which she worked for forty years, the ambiance she created around herself, and the atmosphere created by the everyday objects she surrounded herself with.

Welcome to the Ibis Provins Hotel***! Located at the entrance of Provins, the Ibis Provins Hotel*** has been completely renovated. There is no need to take the car again, as it is close to the historical monuments and activities of the medieval city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a wide range of facilities and is ideal for a family or business stay thanks to the fully-equipped, modular and day-lit 50m² meeting room.

Provins, UNESCO’s World Heritage List! Located 1 hour from Paris in Seine-et-Marne, discover this medieval town offering visits, historical shows & great events... to go back to the Middle Ages! Inscribed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List on December 2001, Provins is today a wonderfully preserved medieval town. During the 12th and 13th centuries, Provins is at the height of its fame thanks to the famous Trade Fairs of Champagne. The urban structure is organised to accommodate the great number of wholesalers: the wide streets for the transfer of goods and for the stalls, the three level merchant’s houses with sumptuous vaulted low rooms... The presence of water (Durteint and Voulzie rivers) favours also the economic activities and the expansion of many trades such as the woollen cloth manufacturer, the parchment maker, butcher, etc... The impressive fortified wall was built during the 13th century and extended for 5 km (today 1,2 km), and it offers a catalogue of military architecture. Those ramparts protected the inhabitants and the tradespeople, and showed off the power of the Earls of Champagne. Exceptional monuments to visit all year round: > the superb keep of the Cesar Tower with its different rooms and a panoramic view from the top floor, > the Grange aux dîmes (tithe barn), a typical medieval house with an exhibition of merchants and craftsmen of the time to discover with an audio-guided tour available in French, English, German, Spanish and Chinese, > the Museum of Provins and the Provinois, located in one of the oldest houses of Provins, and presenting unique collections since prehistory, > the thousand-year-old and majestic Saint-Ayoul Priory, recently restored, to be visited with an audio guide, Amazing shows of chivalry and falconry, "The Legend of the Knights" and "The Eagles of the Ramparts", will take visitors into the heart of history every day from the end of March to All Saints' Day. Not forgetting the little train, the Provins Rose Garden, guided tours, rental of electric bikes, hiking, major events, and a whole region to discover to prolong the pleasure and the experience, to live with family or friends! Pass Cards formulas allow you to visit the monuments and to benefit from reduced rates for other activities. The Tourist Office team will be happy to offer you the "Visitor's Guide", a very complete brochure to enjoy your stay...

Welcome to the Tourist Office of Provins and its region! The Tourist Office of Provins Tourisme proposes numerous services ! t has a large parking lot (paying in high season and free in low season) and motorcycle parking, a welcome area with sheltered picnic area and adventure playground for children, camper area and toilets. Our tourist agents can provide you with information about all tours and activities to do in the region: Provinois and the Bassée-Montois. They will offer you the "Visitor's Guide" to take well profit of your stay! On the spot: souvenir shop, Pass Card sales, rental of electric VTT and VTC bikes, post office and , tourist train stop, and departure for guided tour during the high season to discover the medieval town of Provins.

Audio guided visit of a merchant and medieval crafts exhibition. This former merchant house from the 13th century was used as an indoor fair during the fairs of Champagne, and then as a warehouse for the tithe from the 14th century onwards. This monument has a sophisticated architecture with vaulted halls and capitals. Nowadays, it houses a lively exhibition thanks to the scenography with main crafts and merchants from the Middle Ages.

Take an immersive audio tour of Provins' iconic 12th-century keep! Located at the top of the rocky spur, the Tower protects the former county palace and dominates the Châtel and the Val. A true symbol of power for the counts of Champagne, this tower has many purposes: a watchtower, a prison, a bell tower... An immersive audio tour! The model, the pâté aux Anglais, the dungeons, the guards' room, the Governor's room, the wall walk, the roof structure, the lower room... young and old alike will be transported back through the centuries by the captivating tales of the two narrators! At the top of the Tower, you could have a overview of the city ! How does it work? It's so easy to use, all you have to do is scan the QR Code and let yourself be guided! The 10 commentaries will be triggered automatically by wifi sensors. Total duration: 25 min. Our advice: - Don't hesitate to download the application before you come. - To make your visit as comfortable as possible, don't forget your headphones. Pay-per-use headphones will be available at the reception desk.

Provins the mysterious... Come and discover the most mysterious places in the medieval town of Provins! The first purpose of the underground galeries was the explotation of materials for the drapera industry of Provins. Then, they served many others: a shelter, a warehouse, a cave and even a gathering place for occults, as numerous symboles and old writings can witness. Regular guided departures in groups of 25 people maximum, for reasons of security and preservation of the site. Our advice: as the monument is in great demand, we recommend you to book your tour time in advance by phone.

A hotel with 27 rooms, labelled "Hôtel Elégance", ideally located in the heart of the medieval town! The Cesar Hotel is a hotel, with the French label "Hôtel Elégance". The 27 rooms have been designed by the talented decorator Laurence Maugoust. You will be enchanted by its contemporary elegance and its "nods" to the Middle Ages, without forgetting the quality of its bedding, its wellness area, its lounge bar, its seminar room, its landscaped terrace... and its welcome! From your windows you can admire the detail and Holy Cross church of the 12th century, or watch the city dominated by the Cesar Tower and the Saint Quiriace church, two unforgettable postcards of Provins. The César Hotel is a 2-minute walk from many restaurants and offers a snack menu at the hotel's Buzz Bar.

FontaineBlow, your new urban art gallery. What makes it special? FontaineBlow is more than an urban art gallery. It's also a place for artists to meet, relax, work and hold events. It allows visitors to discover magnificent works of urban art, stop for a coffee, hold a meeting or work solo, or take part in events. Make an appointment now with Sabine, founder of FontaineBlow, to see the works of your favorite artist and... buy your favorite! Free guided tours.

Beside the beautiful parish church, the ancient graveyard became a medieval garden designed upon the theme of "live and death". Twelve rectangles symbolise the twelve apostles and the twelve month of the year. As in the 13th century, the rectangles bordered by sandstone pavement are supposed to produce medical herbs, which are protected by willow branches. The flowerbeds are more decorative and surrounded by small box trees are reminding of the spiritual lectures of the symbols in the 15th century. The plants, which were all regularly used for medical purposes in the Middle Ages, bring back to memory almost forgotten smells. This medieval garden is open every day and the entrance is free. Please note that picking is forbidden, due to the toxicity of some plants.

Situated close to Montereau-Fault-Yonne the 12th century village of Flagy is crossed by the Orvanne creek and forms an enchanting setting. A real nice and romantic feeling gets you as you stroll over the place. Numerous bridges go over the Orvanne. The local church has on its turret top the head of a pig legend has it that the village’s inhabitants refused help to their neighbour village during the great plague of pestilence in the 15th century and the bishop condemned the village not to have a simple weathercock but also a pig head as symbol on the church turret it spins according to the wind directions. A stroll in this village is worth your time.

Come and admire the magnificent wall paintings in this church, known as the Chapelle de Lourps! The chapel of Lourps is today isolated on its hillside bordered by the Voulzie. But before the Revolution, it was attached to the adjacent castle and served a hamlet whose houses disappeared during the 19th century. Its rectangular plan and gable roof make it a simple building. It has no spire and its bell is housed in the roof structure. Its particularity is revealed inside, with magnificent wall paintings from the 13th and 15th centuries! These were discovered thanks to explorations during the major restoration work that began in the 1980s and lasted 12 years. This work was carried out following the collapse of the choir vault in 1966, which resulted in the chapel being closed to the public. Inside the chapel, you will find a panel describing the different stages of the restoration and a historical booklet to learn more about this real treasure, only 8 km southwest of Provins! Visit by appointment only. Reservations can be made with the association "Les Amis de Lourps" by phone or via the form available on the website. Sources: based on Jacques MOULIN, “Lourps, église Saint-Menge (commune de Longueville”, pp 177-184, in Monuments de Seine et Marne, Congrès archéologique de France, Société Française d’Archéologie, 2015.

To see and hear stream railways whistling trains make you dream like children. The locomotive and its steam are part of the imaginary of many people. For over 40 years, a club for young for maintain and conservation of historical railway heritage (AJECTA) brings steam locomotives alive. Saving machines from destruction and putting them back on the railroad tracks brings back memories of railways, which run in France until le the sixties. The stock of Longueville is a place of conservation restoration a museum attraction numerous visitors. To watch a steam locomotive nicely refurbished operate on a historical rotunda to be turned towards the rail direction is quite a show! The rotunda dates back to 1911 and is an historical monument more than a locomotive stock. This living railroad museum retraces an era of rail travel with one of France’s most important collections: 12 locomotives, some auto rails and loco tractors and over seventy wagons with namely Pullman wagons of the famous « blue train ». a visit of the Longueville site takes you to an unique atmosphere of the 19th century and photographs retrace this legendary era. A schedule offers also possibility to hire a stream train ride on the rail line Longueville - Provins.

One of the most beautiful Romanesque buildings in the Ile de France. The church of the Benedictine priory of Saint-Loup-de-Naud is one of the most beautiful roman style buildings in Ile de France! This church has a unique portal dating from the early Gothic period, sculpted with statue-columns, and fully restored since 2017. The chevet, transept and the first two bays of the nave date from the 11th century. The wall paintings in the choir and apse date from 1867. They replace much older paintings which have now been destroyed, but which have fortunately been recorded (visible on panels available in the church). Only the representation of Saint Savinien, located in the choir on the right, dates from the 12th century. To see or to do on the spot : > Visit of the village classified "Village de Caractère" since June 2020. > Walking tour, "À la découverte de Saint-Loup-de-Naud", labelled by the French Federation of Hiking, of a distance of 12km and of medium difficulty.

This space, renovated by the Moret Seine and Loing local council community, is located on the site of the former bicycle pieces manufacturing and famous trouser leg grippers factory. On the edge of the Loing Canal, this museum will take you to the heart of the story of the "petite reine" bicycle. Housed in a new building, its collection of old and modern bikes will make you travel accross the life of the nineteenth and twentieth century.

The Moret Nuns Barley Sugar has been well-known and appreciated for more than 300 years, It was originally made by the Benedictine nuns who, in 1638, founded a house in Moret, under the name of the Priory of Our Lady of Angels. This sweet, unique in its own way, was the delight of the most important people who carried of large quantities when the Court came to Moret. After having prospered under Louis XIV and gone through a period of glory until 1758, the monastery when through a number of ups and downs and disappeared in 1792. Production also stopped during the Revolution and even the secret recipe seemed to have disappeared forever, washed away with the nuns by the revolutionary tide. Luckily, after the bad days, a nun from the former Moret priory, Sister Felicity, came back with her secret to live in the Moret-sur-Loing region. Before dying, she confided the secret recipe to a faithful friend. Later, when other nuns came to live in Moret, the pious confident, in compliance with the recommendations of the deceased nun, lost no time in handing over the precious formula. In 1853, production started to grow again. At the beginning of the twentieth century, the nuns produced and sold their speciality in a corner of the Place Royale in front of the church. The nuns encountered all kinds of difficulties in the 1960’s. They had to stop production and leave Moret in 1972. In 1970, Sister Marie-André handed the secret of barley sugar to Mr. Jean Rousseau, confectioner. Thanks to the association “Produits et Terroir” this centuries-old speciality has been brought back to life and is being produced again. The Moret Nuns Barley Sugar museum in Moret-sur-Loing recounts the history and production of this delicious delicacy. Free tasting and on-site purchasing.

The Royal Square, the City Walls, the 12th century Keep are proud of their medieval origins and shape the architecture of the old city. Though most of the 1356 meters of walls and the twenty towers have disappeared over the years, the two gateways, Porte de Bourgogne and Porte de Samois, magnificently attest its medieval past. The majesty of the gates, the bridge and the banks of the River Loing as that of the Church Notre-Dame make Moret an exceptional site for history enthusiasts, dedicated walkers and painters. While strolling through the centre of town, you will discover superb Renaissance façades, the House of the Barley Sugar, a speciality of the nuns of Moret-sur-Loing since the 17th century or even the house and tomb of Alfred Sisley, the “Moret Impressionist”, who was the first to capture the majesty of light over the city. Numerous tourists come and see the sites painted by Sisley and these sites have been preserved: the Bridge over the Loing, immortalized by the painter ,the Church Notre Dame, the dominating Keep, the towpaths…To those who come from town or villages nearby, come and enjoy a guided tour and don’t hesitate to wander in the narrow streets or along the banks of the river, before enjoying a meal at one of the best restaurants in town. Enjoy rowing a boat or have a walk, canoe down the river, reach Moret by boat, arriving at the port of call. The “Point Sisley”, the Local Museum, the Bicycle Museum will welcome you. And don’t forget the Festivals! The heart of Moret keeps beating.

The Town Museum of Moret-sur-Loing offers you to discover the history and to discover the characters who have marked the "old" city of Moret-sur-Loing, former residence of the Kings of France. Discover monthly exhibitions of contemporary art. From the entrance of the museum, a large historical timeline retraces the highlights of the history of Moret and its surrounding territory.

Cross at a crossroads known as "La Pierre Percée Listed as a Historic Monument on 4 October 1946. Situated at the crossroads of two ancient roads, to the north of the village, the Croix Percée is made entirely of granite and flint. The Croix Percée, a resting place for processions and a cross of justice, dates back to 1615. It was restored in 1770 by Etienne Villard, and again in 1981.

Traditional French cuisine. Labeled "Maître restaurateur" (all dishes home-made by a certified professional chef). Labeled "Qualité Tourisme" (Qualité Tourisme™ is the only official trademark awarded to tourism professionals for their hospitality and service quality.) Ideally located at the Fontainebleau-Avon railway station, a 15 minute walk to the Chateau, the restaurant features a large, air-conditioned conservatory. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, special offer of a variety of burgers. Brunch on the week-ends, from 10:00 to 13:00 The restaurant is open in the evening only on reservation with a minimum of 15 guests. The restaurant can accomodate groups up to 120 people. Possibility of exclusive renting for receptions, corporate events, weddings.

Set in a mythical forest, the Auberge de la Croix d'Augas welcomes you every day for lunch and dinner. A large main dining room accommodates 60 guests in a warm mountain decor of green and beige, around a wood-burning stove. A covered terrace overlooking the forest can accommodate 100 guests in a red and burgundy garden setting, also around a wood-burning stove. An open-air terrace can accommodate 40 guests in a red and burgundy garden setting. Additional space is available for 25 guests. Savoyard specialties such as raclettes, fondues and tartiflettes are on offer, along with a varied menu that changes three times a year.

Italian restaurant. Wide selection of pasta, pizzas, salads and meats. Eat-in or take away. Located in downtown Bois-Le-Roi, the Bacotte is an ideal stopover for all those who want to have lunch with colleagues or dine with family and friends. Come and have a good time, La Bacotte and his staff are at your service.

Khon Kaen Dok Khoon Thai has been an authentic traditional restaurant since 2022. Since then, our mission has been to offer high-quality dishes to all those who wish to discover traditional Thai cuisine.

Located in the outbuildings of the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, just outside the ticket office, this family-run self-service restaurant is ideal for a lunch break or snack. The restaurant is self-service, with no need to book, and lunch is served until around 3pm. Highchairs and microwaves are available for the comfort of young children. Visit and meal packages available for groups.

Here's something for the nostalgic. Right in the heart of La Rochette and just 500 metres from Melun station, here's a restaurant that brings back childhood memories. At the Cantine des Grands, it's all about school spirit. In the dining room, old classroom chairs and on the walls, drawings and dictations full of mistakes take us back to childhood. The same goes for the menu, which comes in a school binder. T

La caverne des Brigands is located in the heart of the forest in Barbizon. Come enjoy drinks, French fries, waffles, pancakes, ice cream, and traditional brasserie cuisine. Restaurant with terrace. The large restaurant room, featuring a mountain chalet decor can accommodate groups of 20 to 80 people. For groups of more than 20 people, three menus are available on reservation. The large shaded terrace will allow you to enjoy the forest.

fast, tasty French cuisine

A warm and friendly restaurant offering pizzas to take away or eat in.

Italian restaurant

Welcome to the Ibis Provins Hotel***! Located at the entrance of Provins, the Ibis Provins Hotel*** has been completely renovated. There is no need to take the car again, as it is close to the historical monuments and activities of the medieval city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a wide range of facilities and is ideal for a family or business stay thanks to the fully-equipped, modular and day-lit 50m² meeting room.

A hotel with 27 rooms, labelled "Hôtel Elégance", ideally located in the heart of the medieval town! The Cesar Hotel is a hotel, with the French label "Hôtel Elégance". The 27 rooms have been designed by the talented decorator Laurence Maugoust. You will be enchanted by its contemporary elegance and its "nods" to the Middle Ages, without forgetting the quality of its bedding, its wellness area, its lounge bar, its seminar room, its landscaped terrace... and its welcome! From your windows you can admire the detail and Holy Cross church of the 12th century, or watch the city dominated by the Cesar Tower and the Saint Quiriace church, two unforgettable postcards of Provins. The César Hotel is a 2-minute walk from many restaurants and offers a snack menu at the hotel's Buzz Bar.

Economically-priced Hotel in the town center. 72 air-conditioned cozy rooms for 1, 2 or 3 people at economic price with bathroom, WC, duvet, TV-TNT, free Wifi, and private parking. The all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is served at attractive prices, you can enjoy it on terrace when it's good weather.

Only one hour away from Paris, the 4* MGallery Fontainebleau - Aigle Noir Hotel is a former private mansion from the 17th century, located in the city center, within a walking distance of the Chateau de Fontainebleau. The MGallery Fontainebleau - Hotel Aigle Noir has signed the pledge of Health and Safety Commitments. The safety and well-being of visitors is an absolute priority for this hotel. The Hotel welcomes you in a cosy atmosphere that combines luxury and refinement. Why choose us ? - A family hotel that gives it a unique identity. - Ideal location facing the gardens of the Château de Fontainebleau. - A team remaining at your disposal, available and willing to meet your expectations. - A lounge bar with a fireplace and a cosy atmosphere. - 4 meeting rooms illuminated by daylight and equipped with all the equipment required. - Free parking available. Inspired by the Empire style, the 56 rooms are divided into 4 categories ( Classic, Deluxe, Deluxe Plus and Deluxe suite) and each of them is decorated in a unique and refined way. Some of them overlook Place Napoléon Bonaparte, with the gardens of the Château in the background.

Situated right in the middle of the town center, only a few steps away from all the shops, 300m from the Château and a short walk from one of the most famous forests of Europe. The Hôtel Ibis Château de Fontainebleau has signed the pledge of Health and Safety Commitments. The safety and well-being of visitors is an absolute priority for this hotel.

A charming hotel with bedrooms with a view of the Château of Fontainebleau, since 1850. Perfect for a holiday, the Hôtel de Londres stands opposite Fontainebleau Castle. Thanks to the warm welcome and the charming rooms, guests are able to enjoy top-of-the-range services. This establishment, which has been in the family for three generations, offers a stylish and refined setting where guests are a priority. A wonderful haven where you will enjoy escaping from the stress of the city, the hotel offers the opportunity to get away from it all. Once you cross the threshold, everything is done to ensure you a complete change of scenery. In an exceptional setting in the heart of a rural and romantic town, the suites and rooms reveal a cosy atmosphere.

In the heart of Fontainebleau , Hotel Victoria welcomes you to it's calm clear and confortable setting. With exceptional setting, we propose you personalized and well-decorated rooms which are finely mixing the charms of this historical hotel and the comfort of modern times.

The Royal Mercury Hotel ("Le Mercure Royal") of Fontainebleau. A large private mansion, full of charm and refinement. Ideal for your stay, business or pleasure. 97 bedrooms and suites - Restaurant - Bar - Terrace - wooded park and private car park. 10 minutes walking to the Chateau, it has a perfect position in the quiet and near to the city center. Hotel Mercure Château de Fontainebleau, rebranded itself around the symbol of horses. This slight metamorphosis is both offset and very modern. A hotel open to the new possiblities welcomes the sense of community and the spirit of sharing. More than a hotel and a restaurant, it's also a new place for living and for relaxing... You can escape from daily routines in our restaurant lounge bar and enjoy yourself weekly rendez-vous from 7pm : - Thursday : Jazz evening - Fridany and Saturday : fidderent performances on program. Juste get up late in our hotel ! Come to enjoy the brunch in Mercure Château de Fontainebleau each Sunday from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm (on reservation).

Ideally located on the banks of the river and 200 meters from the medieval village of Grez-sur-Loing with its sites and shops... It is also an ideal stop-over point just before or after Paris when travelling north or south. Just a 1h 20-minute drive from France’s capital city, we have a range of spacious pitches in a natural setting for your tent, caravan or motorhome. Our campsite has 133 pitches set in seven hectares and is nestled between grassy fields, attractive woodland and a fishing pond. At the site, you are just 10 minutes from Fontainebleau; a popular holiday spot renowned for its famous chateau, forest and bouldering areas. Many boulderers the world over come to train on its rocks. Numerous other activities are also on offer close by; from rock-climbing to walks, bike rides, and horse riding in the majestic Fontainebleau forest!

Beautiful isolated farmhouse in the middle of nature. Here are 4 gîtes fitted out on the edge of the forest in a large 18th century farmhouse. The 4 gites are located in the south of the Seine-et-Marne, 80 km from Paris, 20 km from Fontainebleau and 5 km from the A6 motorway exit (easy access). Great for resting, rejuvenating and refuelling for city dwellers. They are distributed in the different buildings. - Gîte : 3 pers - Gîte : 5 pers - Gîte : 7 pers - Gîte : 8 pers