Chamarande is a region in the Essonne department, south of Paris, characterized by its varied landscapes including expansive parklands, dense forests, and river valleys. The area features the notable Domaine départemental de Chamarande, which integrates formal gardens, English-style parkland, and forested sections, providing diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. These natural features make Chamarande suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Chamarande offers more than 50 routes across several sports…
89
Routes
4.4
(164)
Average rating
1176
People visited

4.8
(9)
50
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
68
hikers
10.8km
02:57
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
45
hikers
4.81km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(13)
40
hikers
19.6km
05:23
320m
320m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.9
(14)
69
riders
32.7km
02:43
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(2)
35
riders
11.1km
01:03
200m
200m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

3.0
(1)
9
riders
26.0km
02:16
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

9
riders
50.8km
04:13
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(4)
105
runners
23.3km
03:01
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(1)
38
runners
11.3km
01:15
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
28
runners
5.55km
00:36
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
12.0km
01:30
270m
270m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
(23)
83
riders
35.1km
01:51
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
10
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
riders
35.3km
01:56
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
35.2km
02:22
340m
340m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.3
(4)
18
riders
28.4km
01:46
180m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
12
riders
30.0km
01:52
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
54.8km
03:24
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
9
riders
26.6km
01:39
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
38.2km
01:41
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(3)
9
riders
20.2km
01:05
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
92.6km
04:07
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
96.7km
04:06
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Chamarande offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 64 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by more than 13,000 visitors.
Chamarande provides numerous hiking trails within the Domaine de Chamarande, the Forest of Belvédère, and the Juine Valley. Sections of long-distance routes like the GR 655 and GR 1 pass through the area. Detailed information on hiking routes is available in the Hiking around Chamarande guide.
Road cycling routes in Chamarande traverse varied landscapes, including fields, woods, and areas with elevation changes. These routes cater to different preferences for exploring the region. The Road Cycling Routes around Chamarande guide offers specific route details.
Chamarande features mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels, from easy paths to more challenging routes. Popular loops include the "Obelisk of Saint-Vrain – Chamarande Castle and Park loop" and the "Chamarande Estate – Chamarande Viewpoint loop." The MTB Trails around Chamarande guide provides further information.
The Domaine de Chamarande and its surrounding areas offer suitable terrain for jogging and running. The region hosts nature runs of various distances, indicating its appeal for runners. Specific running routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Chamarande guide.
Chamarande offers trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easier paths within the Domaine départemental de Chamarande and the Juine Valley. These routes provide accessible options for beginners or those seeking less strenuous activities. Guides for specific sports often categorize routes by difficulty.
Key attractions include the Domaine départemental de Chamarande, a 98-hectare park with formal French and English gardens, forests, and river-bank walks. The Belvédère Pavilion offers sweeping views of the countryside. The Forest of Belvédère is known for its rocky formations and scenic viewpoints.
Chamarande's routes are popular on komoot, with more than 13,000 visitors having explored them. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars based on over 1,700 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Chamarande, including Hiking around Chamarande, Road Cycling Routes around Chamarande, and Running Trails around Chamarande. Additional guides cover mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. These guides provide detailed information and route suggestions for various sports.
Chamarande is accessible from Paris via the RER C train. This public transport option makes it a convenient destination for visitors from the capital. The RER C provides direct access to the area.
Information regarding specific dog rules on all trails in Chamarande is not universally available. Visitors should check local signage or the official website of the Domaine départemental de Chamarande for specific regulations concerning pets within the park and on trails.
The official website for the Commune of Chamarande is chamarande.fr. For information regarding the Domaine départemental de Chamarande, the official website is chamarande.essonne.fr. These sites provide details on local services and park information.

