Fontainebleau Forest: the massif reopens at 80% capacity — where to hike and climb safely? Here is the interactive map.

Hit by a incendie historique in July 2026, the Fontainebleau forest, a must-see landmark for climbers and hikers in the Île-de-France region, grabbed headlines in the Île-de-France media this summer. And for good reason: it marked the first time in Paris’ history that Parisians witnessed Canadairs (these yellow planes hauling hundreds of litres of water aimed at quenching the blaze) in the capital’s skies. More than a month on, what is the state of the massif, closed to the public since the tragedy?

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Since this Saturday, August 22, 2026, the National Forests Office has reopened access to the Fontainebleau massif: more than 80% of the forest's area is now open to outdoor-sport enthusiasts, with the exception of the rugged zone, spanning no less than 2,000 hectares.

Before you dive into a rock-climbing session, along kilometers of hiking or even, before you start thinking about bivouacking in the Fontainebleau forest, remember to adopt the right habits:

• check restricted-access zones and absolutely respect them (viewable on the interactive map)
• Keep your dogs on a leash
• Do not start any fires (smoking, or even the flame from a portable stove, prohibited)
• Keep your dog on a leash
• Take your litter with you
• In case of a fire or suspicion, call the fire department immediately at 18

The interactive map showing which massifs in the Fontainebleau Forest are accessible—and which aren’t

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Would you like to help protect and conserve the Fontainebleau forest? Several options are available: you can become a volunteer for the National Forest Office or make a donation to support the restoration of burned forests.

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