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The Top 20 Attractions in Essonne

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Essonne. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Essonne is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored …

Last updated: September 21, 2025

Étang de Saclay

Two very beautiful ponds on a road that takes you either to Saclay or to Jouy-en-Josas. The detour to this haven of peace is worth it.

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Allée Royale

A strada Biancha within reach of Paris! Quite a few people in fine weather. Start with the Senard forest which makes a good combo for lovers of small, very rolling gravel

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Viaduc des Fauvettes

Magnificent viewpoint over the valley surrounded by greenery, accessible by "gravel" paths (roots and stones) through the wood or by "hiking / mountain biking" trails in the valley (it will …

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Aérotrain Track – Greenway of the Pays de Limours

Interesting crossing of the wood, however beware of the concrete studs that have been sawn in the middle of the track. This can be inconvenient to keep its trajectory. Little …

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Here we find a series of single trails ideal for having fun on a mountain bike. They are quite technical and will require good technique. Nothing prevents you from skipping some of them if you prefer a rather gentle ride.

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Old Cycle Path in the Forest of Sénart

Lost section in the middle of the Sénart forest, on an old track. Pleasant course among the trees, passable by non-gravel or mountain bikes.

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Belle Image Hill

Shaded side and easy to do. On the other hand a lot of cars.

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The La Troche Sandstone Quarry

The Troche quarry is today located in the very heart of the Eugène Chanlon Municipal Park, in Orsay-Palaiseau, in the Lozère (Palaiseau) district.

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Allée des séquoias du parc de Villeroy

Very pretty path lined with giant sequoias.

A little history: the Mennecy sequoia avenue was planted in Villeroy park in 1887 at the request of the Darblay family, owner of …

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Obelisk of Saint-Vrain

New lord of Saint-Vrain since 1747, Louis DUVAL DE L’EPINOIS undertook in 1750 to build this obelisk in a room of 55 acres facing the main alley of the castle. …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Essonne

Étang de Saclay

Allée Royale

Viaduc des Fauvettes

Aérotrain Track – Greenway of the Pays de Limours

Bike park with many singles

Old Cycle Path in the Forest of Sénart

Belle Image Hill

The La Troche Sandstone Quarry

Allée des séquoias du parc de Villeroy

Obelisk of Saint-Vrain

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