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Vallée de la Thur / Thann walks
Ventron circuit
Visorando Member
7.67 mi
+2,133 ft
-2,149 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
This is a must-do circuit for all hiking enthusiasts.
Around Lake Kruth
3.45 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
More of a Sunday stroll than a real hike, this trail around Lake Kruth-Wildenstein, which is accessible to people with disabilities, will give you a breath of fresh air. It is particularly pleasant in summer when it is very hot in the valley.
On the heights of Lake Kruth
7.02 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,929 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
This short family hike takes you up to the ruins of Wildenstein Castle along a discovery trail dotted with information panels. On the way back down, you can walk around the lake and, once you arrive, enjoy the peaceful surroundings with a trip on a pedalo or, for the more energetic, a walk among the trees in the tree-top adventure park right next to the car park.
The Grand Ballon from Goldbach
9.05 mi
+2,470 ft
-2,457 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Goldbach-Altenbach (Haut-Rhin)
An easy hike that can be enjoyed in all seasons, with a little extra charm in winter.
On the heights of Thann
7.32 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,404 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful, shaded hike in a stunning forest that will take you to the heights of Thann.From there, an impressive panorama stretches towards the Alsace plain and the Swiss Jura.
Les Ventrons
10.68 mi
+3,022 ft
-3,048 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
This is a beautiful hike, although quite strenuous, and is reserved for experienced hikers who want to enjoy a great day out, discover the biotope and take in the many views.
Le Drumont from Rammersbach
8.29 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,949 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike with a 360° view of Drumont, without any particular difficulty.
Ascent to Rehbrunnel
7.29 mi
+1,539 ft
-1,512 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
An easy hike that can be done with children.
Le Grand Ballon via Saint-Amarin
9.83 mi
+3,068 ft
-3,077 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
Climb the Grand Ballon via the Saint-Amarin valley. An exceptional hike through unspoilt nature with a thousand visual wonders.
Col des Perches route
8.35 mi
+2,477 ft
-2,464 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
A magnificent hike in good weather, starting on wide paths before moving onto slightly more winding mountain trails. The forest is superb, as are the stubble fields of Rouge Gazon.
A circular starting from Roderen, Maria auf dem Rain chapel
5.74 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,165 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Roderen (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike through forests and fields with, depending on the weather, a beautiful view of the Alps as a bonus.
Le Drumont from the Col d'Oderen
7.21 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,726 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Straddling the Haut-Rhin and the Vosges (or Alsace and Lorraine), come and discover this original hike starting from the Col d'Oderen.
The fairly steep start is compensated for by the landscapes and superb panoramic views from the Tête de Fellering, as well as the Drumont orientation table.
Saint-Amarin - Mehrbächel - Geishouse circular
7.64 mi
+1,644 ft
-1,670 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike starting from Saint-Amarin, which will take you to Hochstein, then to Mehrbächel, and back via the Vue des Alpes in Geishouse.
Grand tour of the Huselberg
Tourist office
3.76 mi
+978 ft
-974 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Husseren-Wesserling (Haut-Rhin)
From the village of Husseren-Wesserling to Storckensohn, the Chauvelin route is a route for lovers of beautiful landscapes and views. Le Chauvelin, one of whose highest points is the Huselberg (706 m), is an isolated mountain in the heart of the Saint-Amarin valley. This rocky outcrop has withstood the passage of powerful glaciers. This walk takes you back to the time of the glaciers and the pastoralism of our ancestors.
The Col de Rimbach and the Belacker from Moosch
8.84 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,982 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Moosch (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the Mine d'Argent campsite in Moosch, a beautiful circular route through the beautiful forests of the Vosges. At the Col de Rimbach, there is a beautiful view of the Masevaux valley and the Ballon d'Alsace mountain range. At Belacker, there is a beautiful panorama of the Grand Ballon massif and a beautiful view of the Alsace plain.
In the footsteps of Wildenstein Castle
1.72 mi
+400 ft
-400 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
Climb the granite lock of the Schlossberg and discover the history of Wildenstein Castle. Along the way, look for and find traces of human presence in these surprising places steeped in history. Enjoy the views of the lake and the villages of Kruth, Oderen and Wildenstein. This site offers a natural atmosphere full of life in both spring and summer. In winter, let yourself be carried away by the peaceful and magical atmosphere of this site.
Le Chauvelin and Storckensohn from Husseren
6.10 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,490 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Husseren-Wesserling (Haut-Rhin)
(S/E) Lovely trails and views of the Thur Valley and the beautiful little village of Storckensohn.
From Storckensohn to Gazon Vert and Rouge Gazon
9.07 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,159 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
Hike along beautiful marked trails in the mid-mountains. Lovely views of the Crêtes and the Thur Valley.
Le Molkenrain from Thann
10.92 mi
+3,104 ft
-3,110 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Le Molkenrain from Thann, via Camp de Turenne and the pyramids, with a superb view from the summit.
The west balcony of Lake Kruth - Wildenstein via Wildenstein Castle
8.09 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,224 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike that begins with a steep climb to the ruins of Wildenstein Castle. Continue through the forest via the Abri du Tal and the top of the Bockloch waterfall to reach the village of Wildenstein. Return along the Thur and the western shore of the lake.
The Blaufels shelter through the Willer-Bitschwiller forest
6.21 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Willer-sur-Thur (Haut-Rhin)
Enjoy a beautiful unobstructed view of the Thann valley from the Blaufels shelter. The route is shaded as it is mainly in the forest, ideal for hot summer days.
Heidenbad waterfall from Wildenstein
0.92 mi
+171 ft
-187 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Wildenstein (Haut-Rhin)
Follow the energetic tempo of the water to discover all the riches of this site. Let yourself be carried away, like the historian and writer Abbé Sifferlen, by the magic of the place: "These cyclopean rocks, these mysterious chasms, these enveloping woods, these roaring waves when the waterfall is at its fullest, make you dream of dwellings inhabited by legendary fairies".
Saint-Amarin - Mitzach / Tour du Hirschenbach - Sentier des Poètes variant
3.72 mi
+758 ft
-732 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Mitzach (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant circular route suitable for families or groups with inexperienced walkers and/or children. Numerous opportunities for breaks and stunning views over the Mitzach and Saint-Amarin valleys. You can shorten the walk by taking "shortcuts" to the valley at the end of the route and change the direction of the circular route by starting from Saint-Amarin and taking theGR®532(Yellow Rectangle) and/or following the "vita" route. However, this direction will be a little more "challenging" for those who are less physically fit.
Wotan Oak from the old Steinbach quarry
6.62 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,283 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Haut-Rhin
Accessible walk with two magnificent viewpoints from the Rehbrunnel rock (Wotan Oak shelter) and the Hirlenstein rock.
The Oratory of L'Ifiss through the vineyards of Rangen
6.42 mi
+945 ft
-938 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
A short hike to discover the Rangen vineyard and religious buildings.
From Bramont to Wildenstein
12.62 mi
+2,871 ft
-2,874 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from La Bresse (Vosges)
A very challenging outing. Good equipment and physical fitness recommended!
Rouge Gazon from Urbes
7.29 mi
+2,562 ft
-2,559 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
The hike was done on 18 September 2011 in the rain.
The climb to Rouge Gazon is suitable for experienced walkers (description of the hike in the newspaper "Le Pays" on Tuesday 28 August 2007).
Discover the Urbes Tunnel, the Devil's Kitchen and the green grass.
Around Lake Kruth via the Bockloch waterfalls
4.47 mi
+633 ft
-627 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful and enjoyable family walk around and above Lake Kruth, which can be combined with the discovery trail to the ruins of Schlossberg Castle.
Tour du Mehrbächel from Saint-Amarin
5.28 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,135 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant walk nestled in a small, fairly wild valley below the Vosges ridges. Soak up the natural surroundings with numerous small springs and waterfalls along the way. The forest reveals its secrets, so keep your eyes peeled and you may spot some of its inhabitants.
From Oderen up to Trehkopf via Uhufels and Gommkopf, returning via Katzensteg
10.32 mi
+2,782 ft
-2,772 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
From Oderen, a magnificent climb to Trehkopf, a paradise for paragliders, passing by the viewpoints of Uhufels and Gommkopf over the valley and the surrounding Vosges peaks, via the Treackerké shelter and the old Trehkopf cemetery, following pleasant paths mostly through the forest. After enjoying the ridges of Trehkopf and Jungfrauenkopf and a 360° view, the return journey will take you via the Treh farmhouse inn, Sainte-Anne Chapel, the Schalm shelter, the Katzensteg viewpoint and the Hensbach woods.
On the heights of Storckensohn
4.78 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,119 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
The "Anneau Bleu" route starting from Storckensohn takes us to discover the Forst, the Eichkopf and the Chauvelin.
A lovely family walk, including a visit to the oil mill.
Circular loop of viewpoints north of Thann
10.00 mi
+2,133 ft
-2,106 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Hike offering beautiful views.
Ostein farmhouse inn from Steinbach
9.16 mi
+3,058 ft
-3,058 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Haut-Rhin
The Ostein farmhouse inn, located along this hike, is a great place to quench your thirst before continuing on to Steimbach. A stop at the Ostein rock offers breathtaking views of the entire valley and the Grand Ballon.
The Urbès Tunnel
2.69 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
Immerse yourself in the history of the Urbès tunnel, with its astonishing past marked by poignant events. Discover the tumultuous history of this site over the last few decades.
Father’s Day Trail in Geishouse
3.74 mi
+965 ft
-961 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Geishouse (Haut-Rhin)
The ‘Father’s Day Trail’ is little known but nonetheless boasts incredible wild beauty. Starting from the heights of Geihouse, it leads to the Bessay stubble fields, where a stone bench awaits you with a superb view of the village, and continues to the Kestrel Shelter where you will discover one of the region’s most beautiful viewpoints.
Night-time panorama from Thanner-Hubel
4.68 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,352 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
Hike offering magnificent views, particularly at sunset behind the Ballons and with the magical lights of the Alsace plain. Plan to leave 2½ hours before the official sunset time. Please note that the return journey will be at night, so headlamps are required.
From Urbès to Gustiberg via Mahrel
6.36 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,827 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
Walk starting from Urbès towards the Gustiberg farmhouse lodge. The first section is easy, heading towards the campsite and the Urbès tunnel. The climb begins on the path leading to Petit Mahrel and then Haut Mahrel, at the Amis de la Nature lodge. The climb continues to the Gustiberg farmhouse, with some fairly steep sections. Once on the stubble fields, descend towards Urbès through the forest.
Le Drumont and Les Ventron from the Chapelle Saint-Nicolas
16.15 mi
+5,515 ft
-5,427 ft
12h 15
Difficult
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
A fairly strenuous walk starting from the Chapelle Saint-Nicolas, heading to the Drumont and its magnificent viewpoint, then on to the Grand Ventron, before descending via the Kruth and Frenz dams. Magnificent views of the wild forests on the Alsatian side, the Ventron massif and, of course, several 360° views of the Vosges mountain range.
Rehbrunnel and Wotan Oak from Thann, return via the Rangen vineyard
8.42 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,909 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Thann, a pleasant climb through the forest towards the Wotan Oak viewpoint (Rehbrunnel shelter) via the greenway, passing at the foot of the Drachenfells then through Heida Platzala and the Waldkapelle. Return via the Col de Grumbach, the ruins of Engelbourg Castle (Witch’s Eye), and a climb to the Croix du Rangen and its viewpoint before a pleasant descent winding through the vineyards, whilst enjoying the magnificent panoramic view over Thann and the Thur Valley.
Tour du Siebach
3.16 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
In the shade of the forests and amidst the pastures, discover the varied landscapes as you walk. This walk takes you through a landscape shaped by human activity, both past and present.
The Rossberg and the Thanner Hubel
11.69 mi
+2,713 ft
-2,713 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Rimbach-près-Masevaux (Haut-Rhin)
A hike that will allow you to discover a beautiful Vosges peak, the Rossberg, which offers a magnificent view of the entire massif, from the Ballon d’Alsace to the Grand Ballon and the Honneck, and, on a clear day, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. A place that remains free from cars and crowds as no road leads there!
From Fellering to Le Treh via Siebach and back via Ranspach
8.94 mi
+2,352 ft
-2,343 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
From Fellering church, climb towards Le Treh via the Siebach stubble fields and the Schwitzerwald forest.
The path is quite steep but offers a stunning view of the Saint-Amarin valley.
The descent follows the forest on the eastern slope down to Ranspach and the botanical trail back to Fellering.
Engelbourg Castle and Saint-Urbain Chapel
2.36 mi
+440 ft
-449 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Discover the Rangen vineyard and Thann’s medieval past.
Ostein Farm and Rock, Camp Turenne and Molkenrain from Bitschwiller
10.05 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,549 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bitschwiller-lès-Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Bitschwiller-lès-Thann, climb to Camp Turenne via the Wickenbaechle path, the Ostein Farm Inn, the Triade shelter and Rocher d’Ostein, then climb to Molkenrain via the Friends of Nature refuge. Return via Camp Turenne, Baerenthal, Camp des Pyramides, Place des Canaris and Roche Albert. This loop walk passes numerous vantage points overlooking the Thur Valley and the surrounding peaks, such as Thanner Hubel and the Grand Ballon, as well as iconic historical sites on theFirst World War front.
Red Gazon circular loop via Gazon Vert
8.43 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,644 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A circular route alternating between forest paths and open stretches with lovely views.
Historical points of interest include the site of the unfinished Urbès tunnel (a pleasant discovery trail) and the 18th-century oil mill (check for visiting days and times).
Gsang towards the Hundsruck Pass
4.44 mi
+499 ft
-1,444 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Moosch (Haut-Rhin)
Return to the Hundrunck Pass via the summit of the Vogelstein.
Refuge du Faucon-Crécerelle
3.39 mi
+827 ft
-823 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Geishouse (Haut-Rhin)
A short walk starting from the Geishouse hikers’ car park.Ideal for a picnic with a magnificent view of the village, the neighbouring peaks and the Alps when the sky is clear.
The Thann hills, via the Croix du Rangen and the vineyard
5.61 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,424 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vieux-Thann (Haut-Rhin)
This walk takes you through deciduous forests and a rocky landscape, which is unusual in the Vosges mountains, where one is more accustomed to fir and spruce trees. The variety of landscapes is another highlight: forest, meadows, orchards and vineyards.
The Drumont circular route from Fellering via the Haselkopf and the Gustiberg
9.91 mi
+2,490 ft
-2,490 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Fellering, the hike takes you through a pleasant forest climb to Langmatt, where you join the ridge path near the Haselkopf, before reaching the Drumont, and returning via the Gustiberg and the Fellering peat bog. From the unobstructed summit of the Drumont, there is a magnificent view over the Thur valley and the surrounding Vosges peaks.
Wotan’s Oak and the Rehbrunnel shelter, starting from Thann
4.12 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,280 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thann (Haut-Rhin)
The Wotan Oak stands on a rocky outcrop; five main branches emerge from the trunk at a height of 2.50m. It was given its name after 1873, drawing a parallel with the horse of the god Wotan, named Sleipnir, which had eight legs, just like this oak with its exposed roots.