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The Hirschsteine rocks by the stairs

A beautiful hike through the Hirschsteine rocks, an area less well known than the famous sentier des Roches, but just as impressive! You'll be amazed by the imposing metal staircase leading up to the rocks, the passageway carved into the rock and the vertiginous but safe path on the mountainside. Return via the ridges from Tanet. Beautiful views over the Munster valley and Lac Vert.
This hike is not permitted in winter! (see practical information)
A tour of the Lac des Corbeaux

Start and finish at the Col de Bramont.
This route will let you discover the Lac des Corbeaux from the Belvédère de la Roche du Lac 200m above it.
The view is stunning and its the perfect place for a snack!
A trail takes you down to the lake. It doesn't cross the embankment, but takes you round the lake on a pleasant, shady trail.
Return to the Col de Bramont via the Étang de Sèchemer.
A very beautiful circuit that's not too difficult, although very steep.
Le saut de la Bourrique

Saut de la Bourrique is a waterfall in the Vosges mountains in the commune of Gérardmer.
The legend associated with the name of this waterfall actually comes from a bourrique that belonged to a lord. Returning from the crusades, he was attacked by bandits, and to protect him the animal threw itself on them at the foot of the waterfall, where it perished with the miscreants.
28/05/2024: Hiking not possible at present: Sentier du saut de la bourrique closed from (1) to (2) by municipal by-law since 15 March 2024 for works. See practical information
Cascade de la Pissoire and Haut du Tot

A lovely walk at altitude to the highest village in the Vosges department.
The Sentier des Roches

The Sentier des Roches is a hiking trail in the Vosges mountains.In 1910, Heinrich Strohmeyer, general warden of the Water and Forestry Department and president of the Club Vosgien de Munster, proposed the creation of a trail linking the Col de Schlucht to Frankenthal near Hohneck.The Sentier des Roches is one of the most popular trails in the Vosges mountains.Please note: this hike is closed in winter (see practical information below).
Lac de la Maix and Haut du Bon Dieu

Leaving from the Lac de la Maix, in a beautiful setting, we pass through the Clairière de Prayé, the Haut du Bon Dieu and the charming Fontaine Colas Lorrain spring. We also visit two sites of trough or cup rock. A hike through beautiful woodland with pleasant stretches of open country.
Around Lac des Corbeaux and Croix Louis

A pretty little walk with a beautiful viewpoint over Lac des Corbeaux, where you may like to take a dip.
In Le Ménil-Thillot: Tête des Champs, Chapelles de la Salette and Chapelles de Pitié

A superb four-hour walk in the hills above Ménil-Thillot (between Cornimont and Le Thillot), best done in May or June when the meadows and broom are in bloom! This easy walk is an unforgettable foray into the bountiful nature of the Hautes-Vosges.
Le Mettey, Le Bouchot and La Hazelle

Very beautiful panoramic views of the Moselotte valley with picturesque little balcony paths.
The Tendon waterfalls

A trail in the heart of the Vosges forest will take you to two magnificent waterfalls and across a few small streams. Of course, like all water trails, it is best to visit outside the dry seasons, otherwise it loses all its appeal. The trail is fairly well marked (red rings) and there are picnic tables along the way (especially in the first part).
From the Étang de Machais to the Rainkopf via the Blanchemer and La Lande lakes

Where the ridge splits in two, one towards the Grand Ballon and the other towards the Grand Ventron, the Rainkopf offers an exceptional 360° panorama. There are many points of interest along the route, including Lac de Blanchemer and its floating peat bog, Lac de La Lande and its dam, Chaume du Firsmiss, the beautiful Machais peat bog, the glacial cirques and their scree slopes, and views of the Vosges and Alsace peaks and the Fecht and Thur valleys.
Les Roches d'Ormont - Les Molières waterfall

A beautiful circular route near Saint-Dié, featuring the many remarkable rocks of the Ormont massif, with viewing points offering beautiful views of Saint-Dié.
You will also discover part of the "Sentier du Capitaine Bonnefoy" trail with some remains from the First World War. Return via the bucolic site of the Molières waterfall.
The Hohneck loop via Schlessroth and Le Gaschney

The Hohneck with all the beauty of the Vosges mountains: the great rocky escarpments, the cirques, the seeping springs, the traces of the Ice Age, the flora and fauna and the famous farmhouse inns.
06/02/2023: Hiking prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rock and stone falls on theGR®®531.
Piquante Pierre trail, Col de la Croix des Moinats, Haut du Roc

A beautiful route, 80% of which is uncovered. Lots of paths and trails and few paved roads. The route runs along the edge of the forest with beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.
Roche des Ducs and Battion Waterfall at the start of the trail in Rochesson

A beautiful viewpoint at the Roche des Ducs overlooking the Rochesson Valley or Bouchot Valley.
A waterfall visible from a great height and crossed by a wooden bridge.
Lake Lispach and Rouge Feigne

At the start of Lake Lispach, this hike will take you through a variety of settings. Peat bogs bordering Lake Lispach where you will see the Vosges’ forests and even some of the Rouge Feigne’s stubble more than 1,100 m above sea level. The return on the mountainside will eventually convince you that the Vosges are not just for cows...
Le Gazon du Faing from Rudlin

This hike takes you to the Hautes Chaumes in the Tanet-Gazon du Faing Nature Reserve, starting on the Vosges side via the Ruhlock trail along a stream and returning via the Rudlin waterfall.There are beautiful views from the ridges over Lac Blanc and Lac des Truites or Lac du Forlet.
Lake Lispach from Lake Longemer

This hike connects the two lakes via a forest path that is not always easy to find, stony and relatively slippery, especially on the final descent, but it is well worth the effort: the Lispach bog lake is magnificent!
Ballon d'Alsace - Tour of the Three Valleys

The summit of the Ballon d'Alsace offers magnificent 360° views of the Alps on a clear day.
The route crosses the moraines of three ancient glaciers and unspoilt, wild areas in classified natural spaces.
(Please note that the route crosses a protected natural area (between (4) and (5)). Dogs are not allowed and access is prohibited between 15/12 and 14/07)
Étang Machey, Lac de Blanchemer, Rainkopf and Rothenbachkopf

A peat bog, a lake and two peaks on the ridges with views of the main Vosges mountains. On clear days, especially in winter, you can see the Black Forest and the Alps.
Three Vosges lakes from Lispach

In the Vosges forest, discover three lakes with very different environments, peat bogs and forest passages that can be quite technical at times.
La Vigotte - La Beuille loop

The first part of this circuit alternates between forest and meadow, dotted with pretty ponds.
The second part, which is more "airy", offers magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
The return to the inn invites you to enjoy a well-deserved rest overlooking the fishing ponds
Three Chapels Circuit

A very beautiful circuit in the hills above Ménil-Thillot. There are a few sections in the forest, but most of the time there are beautiful views in all directions.
Kastelberg snowfield trail

A magnificent, fairly easy hike on high moorland with sweeping views. From the summit of Kastelberg, you can see the main peaks of the Vosges and, on a clear day, the Alps.
Tour of Lac des Corbeaux from Haut des Bluches

Lac des Corbeaux is a beautiful little mountain lake that attracts many visitors, especially in summer. It is very easy to walk around with the family in an idyllic setting.
At the start, the Haut des Bluches campsite also offers superb tree house rentals. A giant zip line also passes right over our heads.
In short, it's not to be missed.
The Celtic Camp at La Bure

A circular hike near Saint-Dié to discover the Celtic camp of La Bure, a Gallic and Gallo-Roman fortified site listed as a historic monument.
It is located on a vast rocky promontory, offering a magnificent view of the Meurthe valley. A discovery trail has been created, punctuated by around fifteen information panels.
La Schlucht - Lac Vert - Lac Forlet

This hike, which follows the marked trails of the Club Vosgien, will allow you to discover the forest, lakes, Hautes Chaumes... the Hautes Vosges.
The numerous picnic spots and the warm welcome you will receive at the various farm inns will make your walk even more enjoyable.
The Sentier des Roches, the lakes and the Hohneck
This beautiful hike combines technical and physical sections and takes you along the famous Sentier des Roches trail to Lac du Schiessrothried and then Lac de Fischboedle.
Please note: this hike is for experienced walkers. There are many steep slopes and some sections are dangerous, particularly for children. Risk of falls.
Hiking is prohibited in winter (see practical information below)
Please note 2: following a comment by "sdegrande" on 17/07/2024: "following a prefectural order, the trail from (11) is closed until further notice due to the risk of rockfalls." From (8), you can take a shortcut to go directly to (13) via the Blue Triangle trail. This trail is about 1 km long and quite steep. If you do not feel comfortable walking it, you can take a shortcut from (7) to go directly to (13) via the Blue Rectangle trail.
Saint-Mont and the Chapel of Vieux Saint-Amé

A waterfall, religious sites and a beautiful view of the town of Remiremont.
For changes to the route, see the reviews
Walk around the Bresse

From La Bresse (centre), this is an easy 6-hour hike around the beautiful Hautes-Vosges valley.
From Breitzouse to Lac de la Lande

Walk along the Vosges ridges down to Lac de la Lande. This walk follows the Hautes Vosges stubble trails among Vosges cows, passing not far from the farmhouse inns of Breitzousen, Fershmuss and Schmargult. Further down, through the shady beech and spruce woods, you reach Lac de la Lande, an ideal spot for a picnic. The very reasonable elevation gain of 250 m over 9.5 km means that this hike is not particularly difficult.
06/02/2023: Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rock and stone falls on theGR®531.
Walk around Rouge Gazon

Forest loop at Ballon d'Alsace starting from Chaume du Rouge Gazon, passing by Lac des Perches and the Neuweiher lakes.
The Balveurche stubble fields

A lovely hike with no particular difficulties, suitable for both summer and winter snowshoeing in a forest setting. In winter, you can warm up and enjoy a meal at the Chaumes de Balveurche inn.
Schlucht - Hohneck - Lac de La Lande- Chitelet- Small pass

A beautiful snowshoe hike from the Col de la Schlucht.
Col de Menufosse - Pierre des 4 communes - La Basse des Feignes

Panoramic walk on the Hauts de La Bresse and Cornimont. Wide paths for the most part, 200 metres of paved road. A walk to enjoy with the family and "brave little walkers".
Viewpoint Trail in Basse-sur-le-Rupt

Balcony circuit on the heights of Basse-sur-le-Rupt (or Planois) below Haut du Roc.
This permanent circuit was mapped out by the Planois senior citizens' club.
It can be done in both directions.
La Bresse par le Lac des Corbeaux et l'Étang de Sèchemer

Randonnée en raquettes (ou à pied en été) en partant du camping du haut des Bluches ; montée vers le Lac des Corbeaux et retour par l'Étang de Sèchemer.
The Four Fountains

A hike in the forest of Celles-sur-Plaine, from Pain de Sucre to Roche du Coquin. Discover an observatory built and used by the Germans from 1915 onwards to alert the anti-aircraft defences along the route, knowing that the French air force was entering Alsace via the Col du Donon.
The Grande Charme peat bog

A pleasant hike around the La Charme biological reserve. No significant elevation gain, easy to follow thanks to the Club Vosgien markings. Some beautiful views of the valley at the start and a magnificent finale crossing the peat bog.
Col des Croix

Hike on the border of the Vosges and Haute-Saône with magnificent panoramic views of the village of Château-Lambert, the upper Ognon valley, the upper Moselle valley and the plateau of a thousand ponds.
The ponds of Girmont-Val-d'Ajol

A beautiful walk through woods and countryside. You will discover a few ponds, magnificent panoramic views and a pretty waterfall.
The Pearls of Vologne

“Les Perles de Vologne” is a wonderful site on the shaded bank of the Vologne.
You will pass on Pont des Fées and the Marie-Louise islands, before climbing along the torrent in the Roitelets Gorge, to reach the Roche des Bruyères from where you can admire the town of Gerardmer and its lake. Then, at the Gilet Fountain, located in the forest, you can refresh your hands.
Take a break at the Belbriette Pond before descending to Longemer Lake and the Saint Florent chapel.
Haut du Riant, Rochelotte, Tête des Champs, Cote 1008

This is a beautiful hike, which can be done in a day, starting from the Ventron-Frére Joseph ski resort. Mostly in the forest, it will allow you to discover the Rochelotte area and the magnificent view from the Tête des Champs. There are three shelters along the route where you can eat and take a break.
Lac de Lispach circuit from Lac de Longemer

Short hike connecting Lac de Longemer and Lac de Lispach through the forest.
Chèvre-Roche circuit

Beautiful view from the summit of Chèvre-Roche over the Moselotte valley.
Views of the Ballon d'Alsace and Servance.
Le Chaume de Balveurche

Forest loop (for summer or winter) starting from Balveurche and passing through the charming Belbriette valley.
La Roche Mère Henry via the Malfosse Chapel

This is a hike with two different atmospheres: first a little mysterious and timeless with the Adrienne Fountain and the Malfosse Chapel, then historical and educational with the Roche Mère Henry memorial trail and its belvedere offering a breathtaking view of Senones and the Rabodeau valley.
Saint-Augustin Fountain, Col du Singe and Abîme bog

An easy, shaded hike. Refresh yourself at the St Augustin fountain, it will do you good.
Kemberg Massif in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges

Hiking in the Kemberg massif in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, covered with fir trees and offering two superb viewpoints: La Roche du Kiosque and La Roche de Saint-Martin.
Large and small waterfalls of Tendon in a loop

An easy hike that passes by two pretty waterfalls, with trails through the woods and the Vosges countryside. The route follows the typical Club Vosgien signage, which may seem a little complex and confusing at first but, with a little practice, proves to be particularly effective, provided you have an IGN map to refer to.
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