Where to practice an individual sport Val-D'Oise

On the edge of the forest of L'Isle-Adam, this equestrian centre is a good place to discover this corner of Val d'Oise during walks.

Recreational fishing is on all fronts in Val-d'Oise: new techniques, protection of media, reciprocity, simplification of regulation, communication, electronic distribution of fishing cards… Faced with these new challenges, the department's 21 AAPPMA and the departmental federation are listening and serving all fishermen! When you buy a fishing card, you become a member of one of these associations whose main tasks are to protect the aquatic environment, manage the fish heritage and develop the halieutisme. Your fishing card allows you to fish on the fishing lots of your association, the ponds of the Federation of Val-d'Oise, the waters of the French public domain.

If you didn't know, the "Avenue Verte" route linking Paris to London passes near you. Called "L'Oise des bâtisseurs", this section is divided into five stages over 91 km, each combining sport, relaxation and culture. Cross the Oise to discover a rich historical heritage: three abbeys including Royaumont, Chantilly castle, Beauvais cathedral, the royal city of Senlis... Your breaks will be cultural!

This hike in the Saint-Brice forest and on the trails of the surrounding municipalities will do the best for nature lovers. As a bonus, a supply takes place along the route to help you stay the course. You're going to get a sneakers and you're going!

Tariff: 3 €.

Distance: 10 km.

Departure: at 8 p. m. from Salle Chevalier St Georges to Saint-brice.

Difficulty: .

With the highest angel jump in the Ile-de-France region and a 200-metre zip line, this tree course is sure to delight nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. The courses, organized into six levels secured by continuous lifelines, are suitable for both children and adults, novices and experienced climbers alike. Unlimited access to the routes means you can progress throughout the day, without ever setting foot on the ground, until you reach spectacular aerial vistas.

The 13-hectare La Roche-Guyon arboretumis locatedin the heart of a 350-hectare forest in the Val-d'Oise département. It's well worth a visit, offering walks through multiple landscapes that change with the seasons. What's more, the plantation is a geographical representation of the Ile-de-France region, with each département represented by a clump of characteristic trees!

Price: free.

Duration: 1h30.

Difficulty: easy.

Back to the Neolithic… This walk in the departmental forest of Morval leads to a rare and penetrating testimony of the Neolithic civilization Seine-Oise-Marne: the covered aisle of the Bois-Couturier. The Soul Hole comprised the entrance of the funeral monument; the whole is surprising, so it is well preserved. Your path will then take you to another grassland, where you can not take advantage of picnic tables to taste a snack - well, of course!

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: .

Situated on the border between town and country, this vast equestrian center offers lessons, introductions - including some for the very young - private lessons, training courses and numerous competitions, whether you're an experienced rider or not. For horse owners, a range of boarding options are also available, with dedicated facilities to meet your every need. The site, run by a team of enthusiasts, also boasts an attractive clubhouse with a view of the riding arena.

This great association offers locals and the curious the chance to get together several times a week to explore the local paths and trails. The first and third Wednesdays of each month are devoted to a ten-kilometre walk in the Montmorency forest, Friday mornings are devoted to brisk walking, Friday evenings to sustained walking and Sundays are devoted to hiking, two or three times a month. Discovery, sport and conviviality are the order of the day.

Take to the skies! The Centre Equestre de la Montagne is located on the edge of the forest on the Buttes du Parisis. Located within an Etablissement et Services d'Aides par le Travail (ESAT), it is run in part by people with disabilities, and offers a wide range of courses for beginners and advanced riders aged 4 and over, on both ponies and horses, as well as competitions and training courses, all in a great atmosphere.

The only skating rink in the Val Parisis conurbation, the Franconville skating rink offers a vast 56 x 26-meter ice surface, a paradise for skating enthusiasts. Open on Wednesdays and Fridays during the week, and for long hours at weekends, the rink is also the setting for a wide range of events, including skating to music. Gloves and helmets are highly recommended. There's also a bar.

A well-known club, ASH brings cycling enthusiasts together on a regular basis to practice the sport in a great spirit. Depending on your level and inclination, you can opt for the touring or road-racing version, and the association's manager, Jean-Pierre Ribourdouille, will give you the warmest of welcomes. Open to Herblays residents and visitors alike, the club also offers regular Sunday training sessions. At the same time, it is associated with the municipal cycle race, held every year at the end of April.

This equestrian center is part of a larger network with several locations in the Ile-de-France region: located on the Buttes du Parisis, in a natural setting with views over the surrounding area, you'll find modern facilities here: the stables and arena have recently been enlarged, and the clubhouse is regularly full. Lessons, training courses and children's courses (from age 3) are just some of the possibilities on offer.

An exceptional setting: this stud farm is located on the edge of the Montmorency forest. The owners' stable takes advantage of the forest environment to allow riders and their mounts to ride in unrivalled natural surroundings. A beautiful arena and paddock are available. The welcome is excellent, and if it's your first time here, don't hesitate to take the plunge: there are plenty of possibilities, whatever your level, for a day or longer!

The La Seine à Vélo itinerary takes you from the capital to La Manche along a 500-kilometer stretch of the river, taking in incredible scenery and numerous small towns. On the territory of the Val Parisis Communauté d'Agglomération (which is "co-creator" of this route, also known as "V33"), La Seine à Vélo passes through La Frette-sur-Seine and Herblay-sur-Seine. The Val Parisis cycling plan includes the development of this route in the area: locals and cyclists alike benefit from it!

This beautiful equestrian center extends over 3 hectares: well served by roads, it is located in a rural setting yet close to the city. There are two riding arenas, a fine arena and other grounds for a variety of riding disciplines. You can take lessons here (from baby rider level upwards, i.e. for very young riders from the age of 2) in a wonderful atmosphere.

Here's a place whose name has the merit of simplicity: Le Galop is Sannois' equestrian center. Run by a team of enthusiasts and set in verdant surroundings, it invites you to discover the disciplines on offer or perfect your riding skills. Courses are offered over several days, regular practice is possible and, for competitors, the equestrian center is the setting for numerous regular competitions. Finally, if you own a horse, you can board it here.