Escape Paris 💨 Hidden Gem Hike: Moret-sur-Loing
After a lazy weekend indoors, I desperately needed fresh air—and luckily stumbled upon friends' last-minute hike plans to Moret-sur-Loing! 🏃♀️💨 What a surprise! This medieval fairytale town, nestled along the Loing River (beloved by Monet and Renoir!), stole my heart. 🏰🎨 🚆 Getting There: From Paris Gare de Lyon, take the R train (45min) to Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons, then a 10-min walk to town center. 🚶♀️ Hike Highlights: 1️⃣ Enter through Porte de Samois gate, wander cobblestone streets. Pop into quirky shops like La Caravane des Arts (crafts), Italian delis (cheaper truffle paste than Paris!), and French bookstores. 📚🛍️ 2️⃣ Pass Porte de Bourgogne gate to reach the Loing River, with Église Notre-Dame nearby. ⛪️ 3️⃣ Visit Le Moulin Provencher—a picture-perfect old mill with creaky waterwheels and golden river reflections. Pro tip: Climb down the bridge hut for close-up views! 🌊🖼️ 4️⃣ Follow riverside paths to picnic spots (say hi to geese & ducks! 🦆). 5️⃣ Feeling energetic? Extend your hike into Fontainebleau Forest! 🌳🥾 📌 Tips: 🥾 Trails vary in length—check maps & wear comfy shoes! 🍽️ Picnic-friendly (blanket-ready lawns or sunny benches), or dine at cozy cafés. 💚 Beginner-approved! Spring sunshine is rare—go soak it up! ☀️🌷 #ParisHikes #DayTripParis #EscapeParis #SpringVibes #NatureTherapy