Where can you climb today in the Fontainebleau forest? Sector by sector and boulder by boulder, here is everything that's open, with the map to get there and the topo for every boulder.
ONF map taken into account on 26 septembre 2026 à 20h13. This page recalculates itself whenever the ONF changes its map: reopened sectors show up here as they come.
Tap a sector, then “Show the boulders”: each boulder appears with its name and grade.
Apremont
Apremont
OpenIf you are looking for an area suited for beginners, we recommend looking at Apremont Butte aux Dames.
Apremont Bizons
OpenThe area is dense and it's way easier to get around than the historic Apremont area.
Apremont Bizons Enfants
OpenEasy-to-access micro-area with a circuit suitable for children.
Apremont Butte aux Dames
OpenThe area is dense and it's way easier to get around than the historic Apremont area.
Apremont Désert
Partly openLarge area to the east of Apremont with 4 beautiful circuits accessible for beginners and intermediates.
Apremont Envers
Partly openApremont Envers is a quiet area located next to Apremont.
Apremont Est
ClosedPlease note: it can be quite tricky to find your way around because of the boulder chaos.
Apremont Ouest
OpenApremont Portes du Désert
ClosedSmall area between Apremont Envers and Apremont Désert.
Apremont Solitude
ClosedApremont Solitude is a small area located East of Apremont Est.Please note: the red circuit's paint has faded, which makes it hard to find your way around.
Apremont Sully
ClosedBeauvais
Beauvais Hameau
OpenBeauvais Hameau is a large area that is very interesting for its high-quality circuits. From the easy green circuit for children to the extremely difficult black circuit, there is something for every level!
Beauvais Loutteville
OpenBeauvais Louteville is an area very close to the parking and other areas of Beauvais. Ideal for families or climbing yellow or orange boulders while following the good walking paths.
Beauvais Nainville
OpenBeauvais Roches Noires
OpenBeauvais Roches Noires is a more remote area from the parking area, more difficult to access and with circuits that appear more challenging and more engaging.
Beauvais Télégraphe
OpenBeauvais Télégraphe is an area worth visiting for its high-quality, well-maintained circuits. The "auberge" is ideal for recharging after a session.
Bouligny
Rocher de Bouligny
OpenButhiers
Buthiers Canard
OpenButhiers Piscine
OpenButhiers Piscine is located right next to an outdoor activities center, and is suited for a day out with family or friends.
Buthiers Tennis
OpenCorne Biche
Corne-Biche
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
Corne-Biche is a lesser-known area, and it can be sometimes tricky to find your way around.
Cuvier
Cuvier
OpenBas Cuvier is one of the most famous areas in Fontainebleau.
Cuvier Bellevue
OpenA rather wild area close to Cuvier, known for some difficult boulders but also full of easy boulders suitable for beginners.
Cuvier Est
OpenCuvier Est is a small area, 5-10 min away from Cuvier.
Cuvier Merveille
OpenCuvier Merveille is a tiny area, mainly consisting of the impressive 'Merveille' boulder.
Cuvier Nord
OpenCuvier Nord is a small area located right next to Bas Cuvier.
Cuvier Ouest
OpenCuvier Ouest is a small area located right next to Bas Cuvier.The area is pretty wild, it's not super easy to find your way around.
Cuvier Petit Rempart
OpenCuvier Reconnaissance
OpenPlease note: It is difficult to move around and navigate in this area.
Cuvier Rempart
OpenCuvier Rempart is a historical area offering more than 500 problems, mostly graded between 5 and 7.
Demoiselles
Rocher des Demoiselles
OpenThe walk from the parking takes more than 15 minutes and isn't straightforward. Follow the blue trail from the parking.Please note: the orange circuit's paint is barely visible.
Franchard
Franchard Cuisinière
OpenFranchard Cuisinière is a popular area, offering a wide variety of problems for all levels.
Franchard Cuisinière Crêtes Sud
OpenFranchard Cuisinière Crêtes Sud is a small area right next to Franchard Cuisinière offering an infamous black circuit.
Franchard Hautes Plaines
OpenFranchard Hautes Plaines is a small and quiet area, located right next to Franchard Isatis.
Franchard Isatis
OpenFranchard Isatis is a very popular area, and very crowded on week-ends.
Franchard Meyer
OpenThe area is very quiet, but many problems aren't maintained enough, and it may be tricky to find your way around.
Franchard Raymond
OpenThe area is very quiet, but many problems aren't maintained enough, and it may be tricky to find your way around.
Franchard Sablons
OpenFranchard Sablons is a small and quiet area, located right next to Franchard Isatis.
Franchard Sablons Carriers
OpenHaute Pierre
Haute Pierre
OpenLa Haute Pierre is a lovely area near Milly with beautiful circuits for all levels and ages.
Larchant
Dame Jouanne
OpenDame Jouanne is a historic area in Font. It is famous for its 15-meter-high 'Dame Jouanne' boulder.Watch out: boulders are usually (very) high and are not suited for beginners.Please note: the boulder chaos and the faded paint make it hard to find your way around. Some parts of the area are also closed because of soil erosion.
Éléphant
OpenÉléphant is an absolutely beautiful area, perfect for a family or friends picnic.Be careful, most problems are (very) high!Please note: the famous Éléphant problem is forbidden because there is a chance it might collapse.
Maunoury
OpenThe area is less known (and thus quieter) than Dame Jouanne located right next to it.
Mont Aigu
Mont Aigu
ClosedMont Ussy / Calvaire
Le Calvaire
OpenMont Ussy
OpenMont Ussy Est
OpenLocated very close to the Mont Ussy parking lot, this area offers a long yellow mountain circuit with some high and challenging boulders.
Roche d'Hercule
OpenArea close to Fontainebleau right next to Mont Ussy, particularly interesting for the imposing pillar of la roche d'Hercule and the superb roof of Rince-Mi.
Nemours
Darvault
OpenThe Darvault bouldering area is more modest and less known than its neighbors. Shaded and well-maintained, it nonetheless offers 3 lovely circuits perfect for beginners.
Mont d'Olivet
OpenMont d'Olivet is a small area on a hill near Nemours that offers two intermediate-level circuits.
Petit Bois
OpenPuiselet Mont Sarrasin
OpenLocated near Nemours, Puiselet Mont Sarrasin is a large area known for some beautiful classics as well as its circuits (although sometimes high and challenging!)
Rocher Gréau
OpenOrsay
La Troche
OpenLa Troche is a small area accessible by RER and located in a former quarry. The circuits are challenging but very fun.
Toit d'Orsay
OpenToit d'Orsay is a small area near the road and accessible by RER, known for its gigantic and challenging roof, notable for its long routes in the 8th grade.
Restant du Long Rocher
Restant du Long Rocher
OpenRestant du Long Rocher Sud
OpenRocher Canon
Rocher Canon
OpenRocher Canon is one of the easiest sectors to access by train from Paris, which makes it very busy on weekends.
Rocher Canon Ouest
OpenRocher Canon Ouest is a tiny area located right next to Rocher Canon.
Rocher Saint Germain
Rocher Saint-Germain Est
OpenRocher d'Avon
Rocher d'Avon
OpenPlease note: the historic parking lot along the D606 is no longer accessible.
Rocher d'Avon Est
OpenPlease note: the historic parking lot along the D606 is no longer accessible.
Trois Pignons
91.1
Closed91.1 is a popular area right next to Cul de Chien and La Roche aux Sabots.The area dries pretty fast after the rain.
95.2
Closed95.2 is one of the Fontainebleau massifs that dries the quickest.
Bois Rond
OpenBois Rond Auberge
ClosedCanche aux Merciers
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
La Canche aux Merciers is a perfect area for beginners with its 3 easy circuits (violet, yellow, orange) and its low boulders.The area is also ideal for a family or friends day out.
Cul de Chien
ClosedCul de Chien is known for its beautiful stretches of white sand, perfect for a day out with family or friends.The area is ideal for beginners, with many low boulders and good landings.
Diplodocus
ClosedDiplodocus is a small area that is quite suited for beginners and for a day out with family or friends.
Drei Zinnen
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
Note: the cars from the nearby highway make quite some noise.
Gorge aux Châts
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
Please note: the parking along "Route des Grandes Vallées" is no longer accessible.
Grande Montagne
ClosedGrande Montagne is a small area alongside the "25 bossses" trail.It offers an orange circuit with 70 problems that stretches over a long distance, which means you'll have to walk a lot between boulders.
Gros Sablons
ClosedGros Sablons stretches over a long distance, which means you'll have to walk between boulders.
Gros Sablons Nord
ClosedGros Sablons Nord is located right next to Gros Sablons.
J.A. Martin
ClosedPlease note: some of the paint markings are faded, it is strongly recommended to use a guidebook or the Boolder app.
Jean des Vignes
ClosedJustice de Chambergeot
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
La Ségognole
ClosedLa Ségognole is a small but dense area, and is suited for a day out with family or friends.
Pignon Poteau
ClosedPignon Poteau is a small area alongside the "25 bosses" trail.It can be tricky to find your way around the boulder chaos, which makes the area not very suited for beginners.The end of the orange circuit (beyond 21) is mostly jumps and traverses.
Roche aux Oiseaux
ClosedLa Roche aux Oiseaux is a small and quite nice area.Please note: the orange circuit's paint is not visible anymore.
Roche aux Sabots
ClosedLa Roche aux Sabots is a popular area, and thus pretty crowded.
Rocher Fin
ClosedRocher Fin is a beautiful area, a little less crowded than others due to the 20 minute walk from the parking lot.
Rocher Guichot
ClosedRocher Guichot is a small area, although quite nice for an afternoon out with family or friends.
Rocher de la Cathédrale
ClosedRocher de la Reine
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
Rocher de la Reine is a lovely area, quite suited for a day out with family or friends.
Rocher des Potets
ClosedRocher des Potets is a tiny area that is quite suited for beginners and for a day out with family or friends.
Rocher des Souris
ClosedRocher du Général
ClosedRocher du Général is a lovely and quiet area, quite suited for a day out with family or friends.
Rocher du Potala
ClosedRocher du Potala is an ideal area for a family or friends day out.The area is also ideal for beginners, with many low boulders and good landings.
Rocher du Télégraphe
OpenListed as accessible by the ONF
Note: there are several circuits for kids right at the entrance of the area.
No sector meets these criteria.