--- title: Hiking Adventure in Van Gogh's Footsteps with 6 miles walk lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/hiking-adventure-in-van-gogh-s-footsteps-with-6-miles-walk/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 80 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 264 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 54 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/hiking-adventure-in-van-gogh-s-footsteps-with-6-miles-walk/ --- # Hiking Adventure in Van Gogh's Footsteps with 6 miles walk **Guidekin's take:** Follow Van Gogh's footsteps through Auvers-sur-Oise, along the Oise River and past wheatfields in a small shared group. The guided hike includes snacks, but you bring lunch and water, pay transport costs and need moderate fitness. 4.97 from 264 reviews at €80 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #8 of 54 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Trade Paris for a 40-min train ride to the Vexin reserve. In a small group (6-7 max), hike 6 miles through Auvers-sur-Oise to explore the birth of Impressionism and the life of Vincent van Gogh. Guided by a pro, discover what made Vincent unique: while early impressionists chased external light, Van Gogh painted raw, internal emotion with fierce color and thick strokes. We'll walk in his exact footsteps along the Oise River and sweeping wheatfields, immersing ourselves in the poignant village where he spent the final, hyper-productive 70 days of his life, created over 70 masterpieces, and died. Return with a profound view of his tragic genius. PLEASE NOTE: To ensure a fun and fulfilling experience for everyone, the route is designed for guests who can comfortably walk 10km (6 miles) at a moderate pace. This will allow us to fully appreciate the scenery, enjoy the experience together and keep up with the tour schedule. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Gare du Nord Level 0 Hall 3B suburban… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: Some snacks - Age 12+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €80 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 264 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: GO HIKING PARIS - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.97 from 264 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 263 of 264. - 5 stars: 258 (98%) - 4 stars: 5 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the art history and countryside setting, though some find the hiking pace demanding **Praised:** - Engaging stories and quizzes explain Van Gogh's life and Impressionism - Countryside paths and villages provide a peaceful break from Paris - Comparing paintings with the real locations deepens appreciation of the art - Small groups allow personal conversation and attention to individual interests - Clear meeting instructions and helpful communication before the hike **Complaints:** - Some warn of a fast pace and uphill effort, while others find the hike easy Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-07-03 to 2026-09-04); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Some snacks ## Not included - you have to bring your own packed lunch - Public Transportation fees - Bring enough water with you (1.5L is recommended) ## Itinerary 1. **Pontoise** (pass by, no stop) - We start our walk from this town along the river Oise toward the village of Auvers sur Oise 2. **Chateau d'Auvers** (30m) - On our way to enter the village of Auvers sur Oise, we take the lunch break in the castle's jardin à la francaise. The museum is not included in the trip. 3. **Auvers-sur-Oise** (1h) - This is the village in which Vincent Van Gogh spent the last 70 days of his life. I will guide you through the village and show you some of the locations where he did some of his paintings. You get to see also the house where he stayed and died. 4. **Eglise Notre-Dame d'Auvers** (10m) - This is the church from one of the most famous painting Van Gogh did and that you can see in the Orsay Museum in Paris. 5. **Auvers-sur-Oise Cemetery** (10m) - This is the last home of Vincent Van Gogh ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Gare du Nord Level 0 Hall 3B suburban lines (line H) In front of the platform 35 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJf6NY_Gtu5kcRDHnd0mg3tk8 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 54** | €80 | 5h | 4.97 (264) | shared | | [Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)](/france/paris/tours/paris-city-center-free-walking-tour-tip-based/?format=md) | €3 per group | 2h 15m | 4.97 (2147) | shared | | [Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (418) | private | | [Paris Highlights: Half Day Private Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/paris-highlights-half-day-private-walking-tour/?format=md) | €350 per group | 3h | 5.0 (206) | private | Ranked #8 of 54 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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