Marolles-En-Brie Between River Paths and Architectural History

Marolles-en-Brie offers several concrete reasons to visit: paths along the Réveillon, an 18-hole golf course, a history of winegrowing and several historic buildings. These themes can help you decide whether the town fits your travel plans. The sections below distinguish between river paths, golf and architectural history, so you can focus on the aspects that interest you most.

Walking Paths along the Réveillon

The Réveillon forms the southern boundary of Marolles-en-Brie, and its banks are accessible for walks. A tree-lined promenade follows the riverbanks to the Yerres. Around Marolles, the Fédération française de randonnée also provides the Boucle de la Belle-Image walking route. The two routes have different geographical settings: the promenade follows the banks of the Réveillon to the Yerres, while the Boucle loops around Marolles. When choosing between them, consider whether you prefer a route along the river or the named walking route around the town.

Golf and Winegrowing Tradition

Marolles-en-Brie's golf course has been expanded with nine new holes and now has 18 holes. It is hilly, heavily wooded and often narrow. Beginners and experienced players can practise their short game there. Both its size and its stated playing characteristics help give you a sense of the course: the 18 holes indicate its scale, while its hilly, wooded and often narrow layout defines its character.

Winegrowing is also part of the town's identity. The Les Sarments du Réveillon vineyard replaced an earlier vineyard. Its creation is therefore part of the revival of a nearly lost winegrowing tradition. You can obtain wine from the vineyard by contacting the Les Amis de Marolles association. Check whether this is possible before your trip if you would like to plan on getting some wine.

Church and Historic Buildings

The Église Saint-Julien-de-Brioude was listed as a historic monument on April 24, 1909. One notable architectural feature is its apse, which contains some of the earliest rib vaults associated with the development of Gothic architecture. Excavations in the 1970s restored the original floor level; the remains of Marolles's first five priors were found there. These historical details connect the monument's listing with specific architectural and excavation findings.

The architectural history of the Priory of Saint-Arnoult can be traced through several stages of development. The current building was constructed in the 17th century; parts of the outbuildings are believed to be remnants of the monastic buildings. The central section was extended in the 18th and 19th centuries, and semicircular additions were later added to the south façade. La Belle Image is a historic residence: its eastern section dates from the first half of the 17th century, and its southern section, with a set-back side wing, dates from the first half of the 18th century. The dates refer to different parts of the buildings and show that their history cannot be reduced to a single construction phase.

Getting There and Finding Your Way

Bus route 431 was introduced in Marolles-en-Brie in September 2024 and connected Santeny with the Sucy-en-Brie RER station. Check the current timetable before travelling. This lets you factor the connection into your plans without assuming a particular journey time or a direct stop in Marolles.

Discover more destinations: Maisons-Alfort, Fontenay-Sous-Bois, Chennevières-sur-Marne, Saint-Maur-Des-Fossés, Bonneuil-Sur-Marne, La Queue-en-Brie, Maisons-Alfort, Villiers-sur-Marne.

For the broader travel overview: Val-De-Marne.