Jason's Guidebook
Rock Climbing
Secret forest climbing place with excellent climbs
Zero crowds in a beautiful forest with marked climbs. Orange and blue route
48°16'02.8"N 2°39'04.8"E
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Puiselet
Zero crowds in a beautiful forest with marked climbs. Orange and blue route
48°16'02.8"N 2°39'04.8"E
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Challenging climbs and many high-ballers - experienced climbers will find their project here. The kids like to run around the rocks and play in the sand. If you stick to the southern part of the rocks there's an easy sandy path passing many climbs leading up to "Le Poly" which I dare challenge you to climb (it's easy really). The northern part has easier orange climbs.
L'Éléphant
Challenging climbs and many high-ballers - experienced climbers will find their project here. The kids like to run around the rocks and play in the sand. If you stick to the southern part of the rocks there's an easy sandy path passing many climbs leading up to "Le Poly" which I dare challenge you to climb (it's easy really). The northern part has easier orange climbs.
Hidden climbing gem right next to Nemours. Our girls love running through the forest and some of the climbs are downright challenging.
Petit Bois
45 Chem. de la MesseHidden climbing gem right next to Nemours. Our girls love running through the forest and some of the climbs are downright challenging.
Want to climb but it's raining? Head here to be climbing amongst some of the best climbers. Olympic level boulders, top and lead climbing, and a section for kids.
9 locals recommend
Karma
Route MilitaireWant to climb but it's raining? Head here to be climbing amongst some of the best climbers. Olympic level boulders, top and lead climbing, and a section for kids.
This spot is our personal favorite of the forest. It has something for everyone, an easy hike up to the top of the forest with a breathtaking view, endless bouldering possibilities, and easy to difficult parcours. Winner all year round.
Rocher de Dame Jouanne, 77760 Larchant, France
This spot is our personal favorite of the forest. It has something for everyone, an easy hike up to the top of the forest with a breathtaking view, endless bouldering possibilities, and easy to difficult parcours. Winner all year round.
Oh My Bloc
Another option to climb when it’s raining. A free outdoor climbing wall.
Nature
Highest “peak” in the forest at 114m. Fantastic place for everyone - climbing, parkour, hiking, and a great view from the top. I love the “requin” sector and follow often the yellow parkour circuit. The purple parkour is a definite challenge! Up at the top, find the “behemoth” cave for an excellent cave climb.
When open, l'Auberge de Dame Jouanne is a cozy restaurant serving beers and ice cream and a proper French menu
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Rocher de Dame Jouanne
Rocher de Dame JouanneHighest “peak” in the forest at 114m. Fantastic place for everyone - climbing, parkour, hiking, and a great view from the top. I love the “requin” sector and follow often the yellow parkour circuit. The purple parkour is a definite challenge! Up at the top, find the “behemoth” cave for an excellent cave climb.
When open, l'Auberge de Dame Jouanne is a cozy restaurant serving beers and ice cream and a proper French menu
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The most well known hiking in the forest is to face the "25 bosses" - a 6 hour randonee of 25 hills - level difficult! But extremely rewarding
11 locals recommend
Massif des Trois Pignons
The most well known hiking in the forest is to face the "25 bosses" - a 6 hour randonee of 25 hills - level difficult! But extremely rewarding
Food scene
If you need to do shopping, we highly recommend this organic shop. They try their best to have as local as possible at the best price. Tell them you came from the “Marras-Wong's” and ask if they have a box for the chickens :) they’ll give you 5% discount.
La vie claire
23 Chemin des MazesIf you need to do shopping, we highly recommend this organic shop. They try their best to have as local as possible at the best price. Tell them you came from the “Marras-Wong's” and ask if they have a box for the chickens :) they’ll give you 5% discount.
Upscale vegetarian restaurant offering a constantly changing menu with guest chefs. A rare gem for veggie lovers where you can eat everything on the menu. The restaurant / hotel was designed by resident artists and has an vibe and decor quite unique for the region.
La Folie Barbizon
5 Grande RueUpscale vegetarian restaurant offering a constantly changing menu with guest chefs. A rare gem for veggie lovers where you can eat everything on the menu. The restaurant / hotel was designed by resident artists and has an vibe and decor quite unique for the region.
The local everyday French bistro. It's a rare tabac that still runs like they use to. They are terribly friendly. Stop for a coffee, drink, or eat there. The food is very French and last time we were there they offer vegetarian options.
Le Clos St Jean
4 Rue du GuinebertThe local everyday French bistro. It's a rare tabac that still runs like they use to. They are terribly friendly. Stop for a coffee, drink, or eat there. The food is very French and last time we were there they offer vegetarian options.
Organic local groceries, bar, snacks, coffee, and a climbing gym - super nice owners who often host events
La Grange
4 ter Rue des Fossés BretonnièresOrganic local groceries, bar, snacks, coffee, and a climbing gym - super nice owners who often host events
A classy restaurant in Nemours serving quality local food by an “eccentric” chef. Call ahead for reservations and they can cater to any dietary request.
Restaurant l'Entre Deux | Restaurant Gastronomique (77)
A classy restaurant in Nemours serving quality local food by an “eccentric” chef. Call ahead for reservations and they can cater to any dietary request.
Sightseeing
On a rainy day, check out THE Ile de France Prehistory Museum.
17 locals recommend
the Ile de France Prehistory Museum
48 Av. Etienne DaillyOn a rainy day, check out THE Ile de France Prehistory Museum.
a huge inspiration to us - this team has been building a medieval castle from the ground up using only the tools and technology available at the time. Totally worth the visit.
179 locals recommend
Guédelon
D955a huge inspiration to us - this team has been building a medieval castle from the ground up using only the tools and technology available at the time. Totally worth the visit.
Gold mine of old French antiques at very low prices - going here you also support the Emmaus association.
Emmaüs-Brie
22 Rue de la GarenneGold mine of old French antiques at very low prices - going here you also support the Emmaus association.
Swimming
Clean sandy beach style lake very safe in a recreation site, so nice to go here after a day of climbing
Plage base de loisir
Clean sandy beach style lake very safe in a recreation site, so nice to go here after a day of climbing
another clean sandy beach on a lake with a climbing wall, snack shop and games
Souppes Leisure Center
40 Rue des Varennesanother clean sandy beach on a lake with a climbing wall, snack shop and games
Vieux pont
1 Rue du Vieux PontIn Grez-sur-Loing, nice place to go swimming in the river, green lawn and safe for kids
Wild river swimming with a nice grass area for picnic and spectacular view of the medieval city.
6 locals recommend
Town Moret Sur Loing
Rue du GymnaseWild river swimming with a nice grass area for picnic and spectacular view of the medieval city.