Villette Castle – Viewpoint overlooking the Oise loop from Meulan - Hardricourt

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Villette Castle – Viewpoint overlooking the Oise loop from Meulan - Hardricourt

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Villette Castle – Viewpoint overlooking the Oise loop from Meulan - Hardricourt

05:40

86.6km

690m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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5.14 km

Villette Castle

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This small castle from the end of the 17th century was designed by the architect François Mansart, for Jean Dyel, Count d'Aufflay and Ambassador of Louis XIV in Venice. Since 1999 it has been owned by Olivia Hsu Decker. This castle became famous thanks to the scenes filmed in the movie Da Vinci Code. If it cannot be visited, you can rent it for one or two days.

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16.4 km

Forest Path

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22.8 km

Confluence of the Seine and the Oise

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The Oise flows here into the Seine and the confluence is clearly visible from the opposite bank. Benches and shrubs are ideal for a break by the water.

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25.8 km

Viewpoint overlooking the Oise

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Small pontoon on the banks of the Oise, with a bench for the break and a beautiful view of the right bank.

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26.1 km

Oise River Towpath

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Strategic crossroads of London-Paris, This is where we choose between Gisors or Beauvais.

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26.1 km

Pavilion of Love, Neuville-sur-Oise

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Located on the banks of the Oise, it bears witness to a time when, in the history of parks and castles, there were love and hunting lodges, hermitages and other belvederes.

A charming canted pavilion built in stone with a terrace, balustrades and stoops, it was a place for gallant meetings in the 17th century. Formerly discreet, it is now clearly visible from the Pont de Neuville.

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45.0 km

Château de Théméricourt

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Park with pond within the Château de Théméricourt, ideal for a simple break, a picnic or to learn about the region.

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61.2 km

Villarceaux Estate

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With immaculately manicured gardens and magnificent architecture, the Domaine of Villarceaux is one of the most impressive castles in France.

Built in the 17th century, the chateau has housed prominent French figures such as author Ninon de Lenclos and Madame de Maintenon, the future wife of King Louis XIV.

Today, the Domaine is open to the public for free from 2pm to 6pm Tuesday - Sunday. You can find more information, here: villarceaux.iledefrance.fr

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