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Alsting walks
Alsting to Spicheren circular loop
Visorando Member
7.99 mi
+594 ft
-581 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Alsting (Moselle)
An easy hike through the forests of Alsting, Saarbrücken and Spicheren. The route passes through historic sites where major battles of the 1870 war took place. It also passes military cemeteries from the 1939–1945 and 1870 wars.
Towards the Ermerich Forest and back via the Roman road
3.68 mi
+791 ft
-791 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Etzling (Moselle)
Starting from Etzling, this very picturesque walk crosses meadows and woodland before finally taking a path – known as the ‘Ancienne Voie Romaine’ – lined with hedgerows. According to some historians, this is in fact a road built under Louis XIV at the time of the conquest of the territory stretching as far as the Rhine.
Circular historical loop on the heights of Spicheren - Path of Remembrance
7.41 mi
+801 ft
-823 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Spicheren (Moselle)
A Franco-German trail that will take you on a journey of discovery through the remains of the Second World War, back to ancient times as you cross a Celtic oppidum, and to a battlefield from the Franco-Prussian War of 1870.
Tour of the Simon Quarry
2.82 mi
+535 ft
-531 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
A tarmac path leads to the former Simon Quarry, whose sand was used to fill in tunnels at the bottom of the coal mine.
At the bottom of the quarry, a lake has formed; the water level is gradually rising, allowing the natural environment to reclaim the area.
Forest chapel
3.84 mi
+72 ft
-69 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Cappel (Moselle)
A lovely walk through the Forest of Cappel, enjoyable all year round with the chance to spot local wildlife.
Woelfling - Wiesviller via the wind turbines
7.22 mi
+571 ft
-564 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Wœlfling-lès-Sarreguemines (Moselle)
A beautiful walk to discover the Woelfling wind farm.
Route in the Warndt Forest in Saarland near Warndtweier
8.02 mi
+279 ft
-279 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Völklingen (Regionalverband Saarbrücken)
Very well-signposted paths in the Warndt Forest (Saarland), a few kilometres from Creutzwald. You’ll follow the Hugenaux Trail, which crosses this German section.
The paths are made of schist with patches of sand, then there is a forest road and some stonier paths (small gravel). You will also use a section of the Nordicpark.
The paths are always at right angles to one another, so it is difficult to get lost.
Circular route along the Grands Chênes and Knopp forest roads and the canal path
7.96 mi
+348 ft
-331 ft
1 hr
Moderate
Departure from Sarralbe (Moselle)
Circular route on varied terrain (forest, country lanes, canal bank) offering the chance to discover:
- a forest ranger’s house built of pink sandstone, with its arboretum and observation point,
- bunkers dating from the Second World War with views across the whole of the Albe valley,
- a 10th-century chapel and a military cemetery,
- a bridge over the coal-mining canal, built before 1867.
The return leg of the circular route follows the canal.
The Maxstadt circular route, the country fortifications and the Barst Salient
6.78 mi
+266 ft
-269 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Maxstadt (Moselle)
A chance to unwind whilst exploring the local heritage.
Why not take a stroll through a lovely green setting, with panoramic views and poignant reminders of the last war? An easy route awaits you for a round trip through the countryside, passing pastures, meadows, crops and orchards, and skirting the edge of a wood where you can discover a very distinctive area of military architecture: the Aquatic Maginot Line.
A heart-centred walk in Oermingen and the surrounding area
2.33 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Oermingen (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant circular walk through the village, taking in a forest track, passing close to fields and gardens, and offering a lovely panoramic view of the village’s surroundings. Along the route, you can make use of the benches provided, admire the Protestant church, the Catholic church and the village town hall, then enjoy the view of the stream with its ducks, swans and other animals.
This walk is accessible via Oermingen station.
Nature walk in Oermingen
1.72 mi
+66 ft
-82 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Oermingen (Bas-Rhin)
A short, easy walk surrounded by nature. Ideal for visitors to our region and for anyone who simply fancies a stroll. Pets are welcome; you can let them run free on the grassy areas in the open fields.
The walk is accessible via Oermingen railway station.
A short tour of Saint-Avold
4.14 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Avold (Moselle)
A route in Saint-Avold suitable for a short semi-urban walk or a light jog.
Source des Lièvres
3.25 mi
+302 ft
-285 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Longeville-lès-Saint-Avold (Moselle)
This hike, suitable for families and all seasons, will allow you to enjoy the colours of autumn, the silence of winter, the spring flora and the shade of summer.
Houve Forest in Falck
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.02 mi
+299 ft
-308 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Falck (Moselle)
A magnificent hike in the La Houve forest, accessible to the whole family. Passing through Merten, La Ferme aux Cloches, the Miners' Trail, the Oak of the Cats, the fountain, the statue of Saint Christopher, Falck, the water tower and arrival at the car park.
A feast for the eyes in Montdidier
5.85 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Léning (Moselle)
The main highlight of this route is Montdidier. Perched on a promontory, the village offers remarkable views across the entire area. The orientation table and various facilities allow you to make the most of the site. Half of the route runs along the edge of the forest, which is very pleasant on hot days.
The route is signposted by the French Hiking Federation (horizontal yellow line).
Walk between Lambach and Siersthal
4.05 mi
+492 ft
-459 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
The walk starts on Rue des Chalets with a gentle climb where children can discover insect hotels, bird boxes and strange animals such as tigers, monkeys, herons and other forest dwellers.
Up on the hillside, if you’re lucky, you might spot some wild animals at the edge of the forest. Then, you’ll head back into the cool shade of the trees in the undergrowth.
We finish with one last gentle climb offering a lovely view of a huge rock.
Circular route around the Lambach ponds
4.04 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
A walk along beautiful paths that take you on a circular route around several ponds.
Route through the countryside of Berg and Mackwiller in Alsace-Bossue
10.55 mi
+525 ft
-528 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bas-Rhin
A lovely walk exploring the countryside of Alsace-Bossue, with a few stretches through oak forests where the birdsong accompanies us!
Around La Mutche and La Claire Forêt
5.48 mi
+66 ft
-72 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Morhange (Moselle)
This route has two distinct sections. After following part of the path that circles the Étang de la Mutche, you will then reach the Claire Forêt. There you will discover a second, very interesting pond. This route alternates between open stretches and woodland. The paths are very well maintained and pleasant to walk on. The German military cemetery is a truly remarkable point of interest. Steeped in history, the site is impressive for its setting and grandeur.
