Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame is a national forest spanning over 4,900 acres (2,000 hectares) across the Val-de-Marne and Seine-et-Marne departments, situated just east of Paris. This extensive woodland, a key component of the "Arc Boisé," features a diverse landscape of ancient sessile oaks and chestnut trees, numerous small ponds (mares), and historical star-shaped crossroads. The varied terrain, including well-maintained paths and unpaved sections, provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more.
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4.1
(8)
104
riders
79.3km
03:18
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
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268
riders
84.5km
03:31
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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133
riders
44.0km
01:49
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.3
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100
riders
69.2km
03:11
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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138
hikers
14.4km
03:40
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
02:51
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.15km
02:19
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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100
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6.04km
00:37
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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28
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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31
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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23
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29.5km
01:46
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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29
riders
26.8km
02:03
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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21
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24.8km
01:58
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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9
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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54
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80.5km
04:50
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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55.4km
03:32
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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20
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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16
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The forest features numerous trails suitable for different fitness levels and preferences. Over 70 routes are available for exploration.
Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame provides a network of well-maintained paths suitable for road cycling. Cyclists can find routes that traverse varied forest landscapes. For specific routes, consult the Road Cycling Routes in Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame guide on komoot. There are also options for traffic-free bike rides.
Yes, Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame features numerous trails for hiking. These trails vary in length and difficulty, catering to different preferences. The Hiking in Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame guide provides detailed information on available routes. The GR14 long-distance hiking trail also traverses the forest.
Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame offers options for family-friendly outings. Educational trails like "le sentier de l'arbre" (1.5 miles [2.4 km]) and "sentier de découverte" (2 miles [3.2 km]) provide opportunities to learn about local flora and fauna. The Château des Marmousets area includes play areas for children. For specific family-friendly hikes, refer to the Family-friendly hikes in Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame guide.
The forest is characterized by ancient sessile oaks and chestnut trees, nearly 300 small ponds (mares), and historical star-shaped crossroads. The Château des Marmousets, though not publicly accessible, is a notable landmark with surrounding aquatic plant gardens. An 18th-century ice house is also a point of interest.
Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 93,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the forest have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars from over 10,000 ratings. There are 76 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame, covering various activities. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Running Trails, Hiking, and MTB Trails. There are also guides for family-friendly and traffic-free options.
Information about Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame can be found on the official website of the Paris - Vallée de la Marne agglomeration community. The website provides details regarding the forest and its amenities. The official website is agglo-pvm.fr.
National forests in France generally permit dogs on trails, provided they are kept on a leash. Visitors should ensure their dogs do not disturb wildlife or other forest users. Specific regulations may apply in certain protected areas within the forest.
Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame is primarily composed of sessile oaks and chestnut trees. Other tree species present include birch and aspen. The forest's diverse landscape also features open areas with heather, molinia, or fern heathlands.
Forêt Domaniale De Notre-Dame spans over 4,900 acres (2,000 hectares). This extensive woodland is located across the Val-de-Marne and Seine-et-Marne departments, just east of Paris. It forms a significant part of the region's green belt.

