Fontainebleau forest

Fontainebleau: an exceptional equestrian destination for horse lovers, good tips

The Pays de Fontainebleau is a land where the horse is king, offering equestrian enthusiasts an array of exceptional activities and locations. From forest rides to international competitions, this destination just 60 km from Paris reveals its equestrian treasures in an unspoilt natural setting.

Horseback riding with Henson Horses in the Fontainebleau forest, we've tried it!

Dreaming of an authentic horseback ride near Paris? We've tested the Espace Equestre Henson in the Fontainebleau forest. This unique equestrian experience with the famous Henson horses awaits you in Seine-et-Marne - 77.

Les Sables du Cul-du-Chien: an unusual desert of fine sand in the heart of the forest in Seine-et-Marne

In Noisy-sur-École, Seine-et-Marne (77), discover a beach... without water! The "sables du cul du chien", on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest, offer a nature getaway that's accessible all year round. An ideal spot for climbers, hikers and Sunday explorers!

Hiking: our favorite routes and circuits in the Fontainebleau massif and forest (77)

In Seine-et-Marne, the Fontainebleau massif is a must for hikers, so we've selected our favorite itineraries in this natural corner of the Île-de-France region.

Le tour du massif de Fontainebleau, the great hike to discover a mythical forest

Known as the TMF in hiking circles, the Tour du Massif de Fontainebleau offers a wide-ranging itinerary to tackle the most emblematic forest in the Île-de-France region.

Le Café de la Paix, Bourron-Marlotte's friendly restaurant

In Bourron-Marlotte, on the edge of the forest and close to the château, Café de la Paix is a restaurant nestled in a historic 19thᵉ century building. Since 2018, Felipe Pires and his team have been offering bistronomic cuisine that aims to be accessible, based around local produce. We set out to discover his fresh, gourmet and creative dishes.

The Trans'Bleausarde: the great touring trek through the forest of Fontainebleau

For hikers in Paris and the Ile-de-France, it's a forest that needs no introduction. Incontrovertible and majestic, the Fontainebleau forest is the perfect terrain for hiking, and only an hour away from Paris by public transport.

Festival Rosa Bonheur 2025: intimate concerts and heritage in the Parc du Château (77)

This summer, the Rosa Bonheur Festival returns to the heart of the forest of Fontainebleau (77) to electrify your weekends with the sound of female voices. From July 6 to August 30 2025, enjoy intimate concerts in the bucolic setting of the Château de Rosa Bonheur park. A refreshing musical interlude, paying tribute to the legendary animal painter and all the inspiring women who have walked these lands.

Branche et ciné 2025: the open-air film festival returns to the forests of Île-de-France

The Branche et Ciné festival is back this summer, from June 26 to July 12, 2025. Enjoy a free open-air cinema in one of the forests of the Île-de-France region.

The Buthiers leisure park, a base for sporting activities in the Fontainebleau forest (77)

Notice to families! The Base de loisirs de l'ile de Buthiers is open all year round, and even more so in fine weather and during the summer season. To enjoy outdoor activities, from mini-golf to the swimming pool, not forgetting the accrobranches course, head for the leisure island!

International Forest Day 2025: free guided tours of the Fontainebleau forest

Go green for International Forest Day and (re)discover the rich biodiversity of the Fontainebleau forest during free guided tours on Saturday March 22 and Sunday March 23, 2025.

The Denecourt trail to the Denecourt Tower in Fontainebleau, the historical walk

We take you back in time to the forest of Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne with the Denecourt-Colinet trail no. 2, a signposted route lasting around 1h30. This historic trail combines rocky landscapes, fountains and artistic curiosities, all the way to the mythical Tour Denecourt. Did you know? Denecourt was the inventor of the world's first signposted trails in the Fontainebleau forest, and the forerunner of green tourism.

Hiking: the 25 moguls circuit, the GR 20 in the Fontainebleau forest in the Paris region

In Corsica, they have the GR 20, reputed to be the most difficult of the French Grande Randonnée (GR) trails. In the Île-de-France region, we're a long way from rivalling the circuit's 200 kilometers and 11,000 meters of ascent, yet it's here, in the forest of Fontainebleau, that you'll find one of the region's most demanding hikes.

Unusual: go for a ride with sled dogs in the Fontainebleau forest (77)

The Fontainebleau forest is a paradise for hikers and rock climbers, so in the heart of this natural paradise, you can also enjoy an even more unusual hike, with sled dogs.

This summer, explore the Pays de Fontainebleau with family and friends!

With this in mind, Fontainebleau Tourisme invites you to discover our first selection of events. Get together with your loved ones to try out new experiences, fill up on good cheer, share a convivial meal and create memories together!

Unusual: we tested a hot-air balloon flight in Fontainebleau over the Ile-de-France region - promo

How about a breathtaking view over Fontainebleau? We're off to try out hot-air ballooning over the Île-de-France region, a magical experience we'd like to share with you.

Discover the forest of Fontainebleau on a supervised horseback ride

The Fontainebleau forest is particularly well known for its hiking trails, natural climbing blocks and beautiful vegetation. Less than an hour from Paris, you can also discover the forest on horseback!

The free Arbor&Sens walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, the Franchard Arboretum

Arbor&Sens is the name of this free, easy-to-use walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, near the Château. Free, accessible to all and educational, this walk takes us on a discovery of tree species, their origins and their uses.

Le sentier de l'érosion, an accessible walk in Fontainebleau, discovering the Apremont gorges

Among the beautiful walks and hikes to be enjoyed in Fontainebleau, don't miss the Sentier de l'érosion loop. Less than 2 kilometers long, this family-friendly walk takes you through the Apremont gorges, between forest and beautiful rocks sculpted by nature.

WES'PORTMSF, a weekend of sport and solidarity in Fontainebleau

On April 27, 2024, Médecins Sans Frontières is organizing a new challenge: WE S'PORT MSF, a first-of-its-kind fund-raising sporting event to be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Fontainebleau. The program includes 3 sporting events to be completed in teams of two: TRAIL, mountain biking and climbing.