This
is a good place to be based, as it is very central to all
the bouldering. There is also a good campsite in this area
call La Musardiere near Milly-La-Foret, which is open from
mid February to the end of November. It gets very busy during
the main holiday periods so it is best to book - they can
be e-mailed at lamusardiere@infonie.fr.
(3) Franchard and Fontainebleau. Again located
in the main forest area Franchard is one of the most popular
sites. The rock is very sharp here, which will test your fingers
and your edging ability to the full. In all there 15 circuits
at all grades including the famous mountain circuit. This
mountain circuit consists of 6km of easy bouldering, which
is linked together to make a very physical excursion amongst
the trees and rocky crests of Franchard. There are also a
small number of circuits just outside of Fontainebleau itself
mainly to the south and west.
(4) L' Elephant. Near La Chapelle-la-Reine
to the southwest of Fontainebleau is the areas most famous
boulder - The Elephant. This iconic boulder is seen on many
postcards and also has some great problems on it. L' elephant
circuit is also excellent though the boulders are generally
higher than most other areas of the forest. |