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The Taennchel massif from Thannenkirch
Visorando Member
9.49 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,864 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thannenkirch (Haut-Rhin)
Discover the Taennchel massif and its impressive sandstone rocks of the Vosges from the picturesque village of Thannenkirch.
Tour du Taennchel starting from Schelmenkopf
7.30 mi
+988 ft
-1,007 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
This is a hike of around twelve kilometres that allows you to see most of the interesting rock formations in the magical setting of the Taennchel.
The walk starts at the Club Vosgien chalet at Schelmenkopf, above Ribeauvillé. To get there from Ribeauvillé, take the road to Aubure, then at the hamlet of ‘La Pépinière’, turn off towards La Grande Verrerie. Please note: this route is inaccessible in winter as the path is unpaved.
Taennchel and the Source des Corbeaux from the Grande Verrerie
6.88 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,680 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
This 12-kilometre hike will take you to the main rocks of Taennchel and the amazing Source des Corbeaux, starting from the small car park at the bottom of the Grande Verrerie.
The Taennchel and its many rocks
8.18 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,834 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thannenkirch (Haut-Rhin)
A circular hike from Thannenkirch to discover the Taennchel massif, renowned for its positive telluric energy and dotted with numerous remarkable rocks. The route is mainly through forest, offering some beautiful views of the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines valley to the north, the Colmar plain to the south and east.
Route around the three castles of Ribeauvillé and the Taennchel massif
15.53 mi
+3,100 ft
-3,084 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
Route allowing you to visit the three castles of Ribeauvillé (Giersberg Castle, Saint-Ulrich Castle and Ribeaupierre Castle) with superb views over the Alsace plain.
Then climb and cross the Taennchel Massif with its rocks, its pagan wall and its views of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle.
Circular route via the castles of Ribeauvillé, the Mur Païen and the rocks
10.96 mi
+2,474 ft
-2,477 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
This superb walk will take you on a journey of discovery through the three castles of Ribeauvillé, the Mur Païen and the splendid surrounding forests, punctuated by numerous stops on rocky outcrops offering magnificent views. The walk is characterised by a demanding ascent, with a succession of steep slopes, presenting a fine challenge for walkers. The gentler descent will take you to the peaceful Dusenbach Monastery, offering a pleasant contrast after the exertion.
The Taennchel from Ribeauvillé via the Trois Châteaux
9.99 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,520 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
A fairly demanding hike, as there is a long climb right from the start, but one that offers numerous incredible views.You start by climbing up to the three castles via paths through the vineyards, then ascend the Taennechel via its fairly steep south-eastern peak, known as the Rocher de la Paix d’Udine, which also offers a rather striking view over the Alsace plain.
Next, we explore the numerous sandstone outcrops dotting the ridge before descending back to Ribeauvillé.
The Taennchel, starting from the Grande Verrerie
11.23 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,201 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
A walk starting from the hamlet of La Grande Verrerie, allowing you to explore almost the entire Taennchel massif. Allow a full day for the best experience. There is a wealth of literature on the Taennchel, and the information boards along the route help you gain a better understanding of the area.