Villers-Allerand offers different ways to explore during a stay: the Chemin de randonnée des 5 Seigneurs comprises two routes through Villers-Allerand, Chigny-les-Roses, Montbré, Rilly-la-Montagne and Ville-en-Selve. This means hiking here extends beyond a single walk in the village; at the same time, a village walk offers a local alternative. Villers-Allerand and Montchenot lie between forests and vineyards, and one of the marked routes also passes through this landscape. When planning, you can choose between hiking routes of different lengths and taking in the sights right in the village.
Hiking through five municipalities
The blue-marked route is 22 kilometres long and can be started in Villers-Allerand at the church square. The orange-marked option covers 11 kilometres and passes through the forests and vineyards of Chigny, Rilly and Villers-Allerand. The orange route is therefore half the length of the blue one. Both are part of the Chemin de randonnée des 5 Seigneurs; route markings may change, so check the current markings on site before setting out.
To choose between them, you can weigh two criteria against each other: route length and the way the route passes through forests and vineyards. If the landscape is the deciding factor, the orange option offers a specific point of reference; if starting in the village matters, the blue route can begin at the church square. The five municipalities on the Chemin de randonnée des 5 Seigneurs mark out the wider area, while the village walk focuses on the village itself. This lets you choose a hiking option based on which of these different perspectives matters more for your stay.
Village walk and forest
The village walk passes the Church of Sainte Agathe and focuses on the local area. Villers-Allerand is also home to the Forêt du Chêne à la Vierge. It offers insights into the day-to-day work of the Office National des Forêts (ONF), including welcoming walkers. For visitors who want to consider nature and forestry together, this offers a distinct perspective on the forest. The Forêt du Chêne à la Vierge received the Forêt d'Exception® label in 2016.
The “Forest Fun” smartphone app offers games and educational content for children. If this is something you would like to consider, check whether the app is available beforehand, as availability may change. This gives you a specific activity for children to consider alongside the hiking routes.
Plan a stay that suits you
If you are looking for accommodation in Villers-Allerand, it helps to first decide what kind of stay you want. If hiking is the main focus, comparing the 11- and 22-kilometre routes offers a concrete starting point. If you would rather explore the village and its connection to the forest, you can include the village walk or the Forêt du Chêne à la Vierge in your plans. Consider which of these activities matters for your trip, and compare specific accommodation options according to your own requirements.
Discover more destinations: Courcelles-Sapicourt, Morsains, Brouillet, Verzy, Blaise-sous-Arzillières, Avize, Les Petites-Loges, Ambonnay
For the broader travel overview: Marne.
