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Auberge du Gustiberg walks
The Lac du Grand Ballon and waterfall of Kletterbach
Visorando Member
5.35 mi
+991 ft
-981 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
An original route to get to Lac du Grand Ballon avoiding the road. You will discover beautiful trees, a waterfall and views over the Petit Ballon and the Black Forest along the way.
The Seebach waterfalls and Lac du Ballon
7.45 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,781 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This walk, mainly through woodland, follows the River Lauch before climbing through the Belchenseebach Gorge, past a succession of magnificent waterfalls, to reach the romantic Lac du Ballon.The path is sometimes steep and some sections are slippery, but they are safe and the view is well worth the effort. A relaxing return journey with the option of stopping for a bite to eat at a farmhouse inn.
The Grand Ballon by a lake and waterfalls
9.65 mi
+2,589 ft
-2,569 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
Above Lautenbachzell, this day hike will take you through several different landscapes of the Vosges: orchards and villages in the valley, pine forests, beech woods and stumps. You will reach the Grand Ballon, the highest peak in the Vosges, after walking along the Lac du Grand Ballon and passing near waterfalls.
Circuit around Lac du Ballon
4.72 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,286 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This is an ideal short walk in hot weather, starting from the Col du Haag and passing successively by Lac du Ballon, the Roedelen farm and the Grand Ballon. As the circuit is located on the northern slope of the Grand Ballon at an altitude of over 1,000 metres, there is no need to worry about excessive heat.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from the Monument Brun
8.81 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,986 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike in the Vosges, alternating between forest and stubble fields. Stunning views from the Grand Ballon.
The Grand Ballon from the Markstein
11.32 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,959 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ranspach (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike, done in January. You'll discover the snow-covered ridge road and the ridge trail, which is a pleasure to walk along!
Tour of Lake Ballon
6.21 mi
+955 ft
-951 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This walk takes us to the Kletterbach waterfalls, the Gustiberg farm and the magnificent Lac du Ballon in its picturesque setting.
Sengern, Grand Ballon, Markstein, Petit Ballon and Sengern in 2 or 3 days
25.15 mi
+5,623 ft
-5,646 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A very varied route to reach the highest point of the Vosges and walk along the ridges, enjoying numerous panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The Petit Ballon massif also offers a very beautiful setting.
Gaston Brun Monument, Grand Ballon d’Alsace and Lac du Ballon
9.44 mi
+2,995 ft
-2,995 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
Why not set off to explore the Grand Ballon d’Alsace on a lovely circular walk? We suggest a loop with a gentle, shaded ascent that’s pleasant on hot days. Only the sections before the Grand Ballon are exposed to the sun; the rest of the way, there’ll always be a tree to shelter you from the heat.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (Guebwiller) via the lake
5.78 mi
+2,910 ft
-39 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A challenging climb to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (past Guebwiller). The route passes by the beautiful Lac du Ballon and the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, both of which offer very pleasant places to stop for a break.