Accessible Walkway
Location: La Faisanderie site (large parking available, including several accessible spaces)
- Length: 850 meters (about 0.5 miles)
- Duration: Around 20 minutes
- Terrain: Flat, no elevation
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Accessibility
- Continuous guiding rope along the trail (Fil d’Ariane)
- Information panels in braille and relief
- Benches available along the way
- Free “On Piste” app available for more trail details, with voice and vibration features
Purpose of the Trail
This trail was created to help everyone—including people who may feel anxious about being in natural environments—feel confident exploring the outdoors. It’s designed to be fully accessible and offers a gentle way to discover the forest of Fontainebleau.
Discover the Historic Site of La Faisanderie
La Faisanderie was originally built under King Louis XIV and renovated by Napoleon III. It was used to raise up to 4,000 pheasants each year, which were released into the royal hunting grounds four times a year. The largest of these grounds was the "Grand Parquet" at 357 hectares. The pheasant breeding activity ended in 1871 when the forest became State property.
Flora: Common Heather (Calluna)
Along the trail, you’ll see common heather, a low-growing pink-flowered plant from the heather family. It blooms in summer and is typical of open natural environments.
Fauna & Open Environments
Open areas in the forest are vital for biodiversity. In the Fontainebleau Forest, they cover over 1,500 hectares and are home to many plant and animal species. Some, like the woodlark (a small bird that nests on the ground), are protected.
A Project by ONF and AFF
This trail was created by the National Forests Office (ONF) and AFF, with support for environmental education and accessibility. For more forest adventures, check out the “Balade Branchée” app.
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