One of many bouldering areas in western part of Les Trois Pignons. Fairly large area with a few easy circuits, good for climbers with less experience.  It is located on a hill, airy and dries quickly. The forest is not dense with a lot of open space and you'll find nice picknick places in the shade of pine trees. The ground often is sandy. Maybe it's not the best choice on a hot summer day. The east facing slope is deeper in the forest and dries slower. The walk from the parking takes about 15min.

You'll find the Orange AD- circuit at the beginning of the area which actually starts in a different area on the other side of the trail. The 2nd Orange AD+ circuit starts at the end of the area.

In the west, there are a few exposed boulders on sandy ground. A good place for families, those boulders are not very high. The bigger part of the area is in the east on a hill. The lower parts do not dry very quickly but the boulders on the top of the hill normally dry fast. Try the P'tit Toi for an overhanding traverse route. The walk from or to the parking is about 15 minutes.

The area mainly consists of an orange circuit and a few boulders with hard routes. There are not many tree and the area can get sunny. The walk from the parking place is short.

Small and nice area deep in the forest. Perfect on a hot sunny day when you're looking for some shade. Takes about 15 minutes walking from or to the parking place.  If you are a beginner, try the yellow circuit with 64 routes! Or try the Orange circuit when you have some bouldering experience. Cell phone reception is bad. It gets better on top of the hill.

Apremont is a massive area. Therefore it's divided in Apremont Ouest, Aprement Center and Aprement Est. Here you'll find all details about Aprement Est. The area is at a hill with lots of boulders very close to each other. The landing is often chaotic. That's why it's sometimes referred as Aprement Chaos. Like a lot of other areas you have a nice view at the top of the hill. Also, cell phone reception is much better there. The walk from or to the parking takes at least 20 minutes. The area gets lots of sun and dries very quickly.

Apremont is a massive area. Therefore it's divided in Apremont Ouest, Aprement Center and Aprement Est. Here you'll find all details about Aprement Center. Boulder are quite apart. Use the map to find the boulders you're looking for. The forest is more loose and the area gets quite a bit of sun. Recommended for intermediate climbers with a lot of hard boulders for very strong climbers. At the end of the blue circuit you'll get rewarded with a nice view. The walk to or from the parking spots is about 15 minutes.

In this area you'll find a few circuits for kids or beginners. The northern part has more difficult circuits. The forest consists of a mix chestnut and birch, boulder dry quickly here. It's a short walk to the parking spots.

Beauvais Nainville is a large area that begins right alongside the parking spot. It's a well known area but with the scattered boulders you always find a quite spot. The lower section is nestled within a magnificent, dense chestnut forest, making it a perfect destination on a hot summer day. As you ascend to the upper portion, situated atop a hill, the forest opens up to a sun-soaked space. Beginners should try the yellow circuit with only very easy routes. There is also a white circuit for kids at the start of the area.

The perfect area for beginners. Try the yellow or the blue circuit - they go in parallel. There is also a nice white circuit for absolute beginners. On the top of the hill, you have a nice view at the surrounding area. Parking is right at the area. On the other side of the street you'll find a strange looking but good restaurant. Try this area on your first day of a trip to get used to bouldering outside.

Small and fairly popular area. It's inside the forest but you still get some sunny spots. The nearby highway makes some noises. Still the area feels cozy - a nice place for families. For intermediate climbers a good recommendation. Beginners should try the orange circuit, it is quite easy. The walk from or to the parking is about 5 minutes.

There are a few bouldering areas close to each other in Buthiers. Directly next to the swimming pool is Buthiers Piscine. You'll find a lot of routes and circuits here. The landing spots are not always good. A lot of boulders are tall. The very tall ones have bolts on top. For example Culot has two of them. Recommended for more experienced climbers unless you feel comfortable climbing high boulders. Still beginners will find enough routes not too challenging. Parking is directly next to the first boulders.

The area is easily accessible from the parking area. Every skill level will find good challenges. For kids there is a white circuit or they can play in the big sandy area just at the start of the area. The forest is not very dense here.

Beautiful and labyrinthine area with a lot of nice picknick spots. Parking is close by or you'll arrive by train - station in Bois-le-Roi with a 30 minutes walk. Can get busy but because the area is quite large and diverse it does not feel crowded.

It is a fairly large area and usually not very crowded. Use the same parking as for Isatis and then walk about 15 minutes to the east. Most parts of the area are covered by trees. Probably not the best choice for a beginner, but there is a path to scramble which is great for a beginner or for families. It starts at the beginning of the area next to the Route des Buttes de Fontainebleau.

The surrounding feels like you're at the beach - just the ocean is missing. Instead you great boulders with nice landing areas. There is not much forest and most boulders are exposed to the sun. You'll find two popular roofs Toit de Cul de Chien and Eclipse. The area got the name from the boulder Bilboquet - it supposed to look like a dog's ass (Cul de Chien). It's a bit of a walk for or to the parking place about 15min. Still the area is quite popular not only for boulders but also for families with kids playing in the sandy areas.

Cuvier is a very popular area. It is one of the first developed area. From the parking place you already see the first boulders. The area is flat and almost all boulders are very easy to access and have a nice landing. You find classic boulder problems like "Marie Rose" and "La Joker". Not recommended for beginners.

Compact area, fully exposed to the sun. In the center, you'll find the huge boulder Diplodocus. Landing areas are often good: flat and sandy. Recommended for beginners. Try a route on the Diplodocus boulder for a high boulder experience, there are a few very easy ones as well. It's a 15min walk from or to the parking place.

Gorge aux Châts has an upper and a lower part. The upper part can get quite warm in the summer. From the top boulders you get a nice view of the area. The lower part is cool and shady in the morning — could stay dump a little longer.
The area is in walking distance to the camping site "La Musardière". There are not many parking spots at the entrance of the forest but you can park your car at the side of the road. The area is good for beginners and advanced climbers.
The blue hiking trail goes through the area, a popular and very nice trail.

Isatis is a very popular area. The beginning of the area which is close to the parking can get quite crowded. If you wish to escape it just walk up the hill: the area is long and usually gets a lot less busy the further you go. There are routes for all skill levels, still you probably have more fun if you are a little more experienced climber. The distance to the parking spot is very short, after a few meters of walk, you'll see the first boulders already.

Very large area with a sandy part in the center. It's nice for families with small children. Most boulders are at a hillside. From the top you have a nice view. Usually not very busy and it has a large parking area close by. Most parts are sunny with only a few sliver birch trees. For some route you need to have some nerves and you really don't want to fall off - the landing areas sometimes are bad.

L'Éléphant is a popular area. It's quite open with a sandy ground. During the summer on a sunny day it will get hot. Some boulders are quite high and the circuits are hard to read (2022). Maybe not the best choice for beginners but there are easy problems, you just have to look a little bit to find them. It's great for families - there are often kids playing in the sand. You're not allowed to climb the L'Éléphant boulder - still an impressive sight. The area quickly dries after rainfall, but be aware that some holds are fragile and have a greater risk of breaking when wet. The walk from the parking spots is short.

After a hot day climbing at L'Éléphant, make sure to jump into the Loing at Grez-sur-Loing.

Small and compact area mostly low height boulders. Therefore it is a good recommendation for beginners. But like for almost all areas, you'll find routes for every skill level. Easy to access and has nice picnic spots. Parking spot are directly next to the are. There are only limited parking spots but usually not a problem. It's not very popular. The area is inside a chestnut woods. You'll enjoy their shade on a hot summer day. After rain, it usually stays damp a little longer than other areas.

The area is fairly unknown and never crowded. Walking distance to Fontainebleau city. In the north east part, you'll find "La Grotte du Serment" - a tunnel under big boulders.

Nestled within the heart of Nemours lies the bouldering area - Mont d'Olivet. This small and compact area offering a great experience for both beginners and seasoned climbers. Situated in a park in the center of the city, you walk up an open and steep hill to reach it.

Mont d'Olivet is known for its ability to quickly dry up after a bout of rainfall, ensuring that climbers are not deterred by wet and slippery conditions. Still, please make sure to wait until the boulders are dry again. Climbing on wet boulders is an easy way to get an injury and it potentially damages the boulder.

While Mont d'Olivet lacks dedicated parking, the best option is to park in front of the College Arthur Rimbaud. Alternatively, you can reach the area with public transportation. Nemours has a train station not far away from the city park.

Located in walking distance to the city of Fontainebleau. One of the smaller areas but with quite a few circuits. Almost all boulders are not very high and ideal for beginners. It's easy to get oriented with all those circuit numbers around. Check out the boulder Etre.

Area in walking distance of Nemours. It's not very popular and some routes could use a clean-up. Perfect spot for a hot summer day, well protected from the sun by a dense deciduous forest. But on a rainy day it takes a long time to dry. 

Smaller climbing area with a lot of great boulders for kids. Ideal for families. Easy access with parking very close by. Can be crowded over the weekends.

The area is in walking distance of Fontainebleau city. Have a look at the Rocher d'Hercule, it is impressive. There are not many easy routes - it is recommended for more advanced climbers.

!! Under construction !! Hard to find area with only an orange circuit which is barely visible. Mainly hard problems. 

The area has 2 easier circuits. Here and there, you find a hard route. Recommended for beginners or a good destination for your first day of your trip to Fontainebleau. Almost all boulders are low in height. Walk to and from the parking is about 11 minutes.

Smaller area that usually is not very crowded. The forest is not very dense here and it gets quite a bit of sun. The circuits are long and end up on a hill. The area is recommended for beginners (see yellow circuit) and intermediate climbers. But as always, you'll find very hard routes as well. It takes about 7 minutes from/to the parking place.

The main part in the east is on a hill and exposed to the sun. Therefore it dries quickly. The western part with the blue circuit has more shade. Go there if you want to escape the crowed on a busy day. Usually nobody is there. The yellow and orange circuit is good for beginners. Intermediate and advanced climbers find enough challenges. For example, try the popular route Mémoire d'Outre-Tombe. The walk from the parking to the area is long - still it is a popular area. 

Small climbing area directly next to the parking spot. Boulders not very high. Recommended for beginners but there are difficult routes too.

Small area with good quality routes. There are no marked circuits - still it's quite popular. Try Action Directe for your first 7a. There are not many parking spots, you can just park at the side of the road. The walk to the area is about 5 minutes. Not recommended for beginners due to the lack of labeled circuits - it's a little harder to get oriented here.

Small and fairly compact area with some extra boulders along the blue trail. Good for beginners, most boulders are not very high. It's not drying fast, give it some time after a rainy day. Parking in close by.

Hidden within the depths of Fontainebleau's forests, Rocher Noires stands as an unassuming, isolated, and relatively obscure bouldering area. It remains somewhat off the beaten path and lacks the bustling popularity of more well-known sites. What it may lack in notoriety, however, it more than makes up for in its secluded charm and beautiful forest with a lot of chestnut trees.