Around the Grand Ventron heath

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A superb route through woods and high-altitude meadows surrounded by blueberry bushes as far as the eye can see. On a clear day, you can see the Alps, and the orientation table in the middle of the route will show you where you are in the region and beyond.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 3.25 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 20 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 140 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 133 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,204 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 1,076 m
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view from the summit

Description of the walk

Park along the Route du Chaume de Ventron in the car park.

(S/E) Take the path that leads into the woods.

(1) At the crossroads, go straight ahead, then turn left onto theGR® and, after about 200 metres, turn left again to reach Petit Ventron.

(2) Continue on theGR®, keep right at the three-way junction (elevation 1149) and cross the stubble field to reach Grand Ventron.

(3) Continue left to reach the inn and car park.

(4) Follow the road to the left to return to the car park at the side of the road (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,077 m - Parking Route du Chaume de Ventron
  2. 1 : km 0.22 - alt. 1,091 m - Crossroads
  3. 2 : km 0.8 - alt. 1,148 m - Petit Ventron
  4. 3 : km 1.82 - alt. 1,204 m - Grand Ventron
  5. 4 : km 2.16 - alt. 1,146 m - Auberge du Grand Ventron
  6. S/E : km 3.25 - alt. 1,077 m - Parking Route du Chaume de Ventron

This route passes through a protected area, which may be subject to special regulations:

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
Shaka71
Shaka71

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 11, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A short loop, mostly through pleasant woodland, with beautiful views of the Vosges mountains from the summit. Done in summer, easy.

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pernelle25
pernelle25

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant circular loop with lovely views and a table offering panoramic views.

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Petite marcheuse
Petite marcheuse

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 13, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Clear information that allowed us to enjoy a lovely walk. The distance and duration indicated were accurate. This app, which even works offline, is very useful.

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rob gren
rob gren

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant and easy hike in a superb setting.
Offers beautiful views of the Vosges mountains and beyond.

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bernard.denier@wanadoo.fr
bernard.denier@wanadoo.fr

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 06, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

We would like trails in other regions to follow the example of the Vosges trails.

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