Hunting in the forest

The hunting vocation of the forest of Crécy no longer needs to be demonstrated: in 877 the capitular of Charles the Bald placed it among the areas where Prince Louis (Louis II the Begue) could only hunt in passing and as quickly as possible. possible. It is a traditional activity of the forest. In 1544, François Ier owned the hunting lodge of the Haute Loge (plot 268), the location of which can still be guessed (quadrangular motte forming an enclosure 57 m on each side, surrounded by a large V-shaped ditch). He regularly practiced this hobby there.

Hunting calendar : Consult and download

Hunting helps preserve the balance between flora and fauna by limiting the populations of wild boar and deer. In state forests, the ONF is the holder of the hunting rights and conducts hunting management in partnership with hunting stakeholders. Hunting takes place from mid-October to the end of February, on approach or driven. It is spread over 4 lots. Signage for hunted areas is in place

Recommendations during hunting days :

Do not enter hunting areas,
Respect the signs placed around the hunted areas
On open roads, drive slowly: animals can cross at any time