This week we will hike 15/16 km. in and around round the charming town of Montfort l'Amaury which is situated at the edge of the Rambouillet Forest. Mary Lynne will be our leader. After a two kilometer walk from the train station to the village of Montfort l'Amaury we will take a quick look around before heading out of town to walk in the Rambouillet Forest where we will have our picnic lunch. On our way back to the train, (same station), we will be able to explore the town where there are several noteworthy sites to visit: the ruins of the chateau of Anne de Bretagne, the church and its unusual cemetery, and Maurice Ravel's house. 

People who would rather visit the town than hike in the forest could remain in town and make their own way back to the station. Return trains: one train every hour at 25 minutes after the hour.

Travel information: 

Departure Paris-Montparnasse at 8h58 (train DAPO) direction Dreux   (Meet at the end of the quay to board the last car going out.) This train stops at Versailles Chantiers at 9:11 where Mary Lynne will board the train.

Arrival gare  "Montfort l'Amaury-Méré" at 9h36. 

Return: We will aim for the 16h25 which will arrive in Paris at 17h02. We don't have much leeway with the train as they are only every hour.

You will need a picnic lunch, liquids and appropriate clothing for the season, keeping in mind that the gorgeous weather we have been enjoying might be coming to an end. Alas!

Remember, you need your own personal liability and accident insurance for all our walks.

See you on Wednesday!

Mary Lynne

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