At the springs of Saint-Rémy

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At the springs of Saint-Rémy.
Through hills and valleys, stories and legends, our heritage step by step...
Come and discover the rich natural and cultural heritage of Saint-Rémy, a small rural commune in Haute-Saône. Various information boards will teach you more about preserving and protecting our environment and our history.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 9.98 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 25 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 197 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 203 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 359 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 257 m
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Photos

Saint-Rémy Castle
The Blue Line of the Vosges
May orchids
Marly meadow

Description of the walk

Go to the village of Saint-Rémy (70160) and park in the church car park.
(S/E) You will find the starting point sign with a map of the hike and the location of the various information panels. The hiking trail is fully marked. Footprints show you the way to the first sign and then through the village.

(1) Once you have left the village, take a white path towards the forest.

(2) Once in the forest, follow the yellow markings, which will guide you to a path in front of you that will lead you to the various educational panels.
At signpost no. 4, take the small path downhill. At the end of this narrow path, turn right onto a grassy path. Follow the path to the pond (signpost no. 5) and then continue straight ahead.

(3) The path then climbs up to your left. After sign no. 6, continue straight ahead then turn left to reach the end of the path, which leads to a small tarmac road

(4). There is a picnic table available for your use at this location. Then take the first path downhill on your right, which will take you to sign no. 7.

(5) As the path is not finished at this point, you will need to go back up a path on your left after the sign. Once you are back on the tarmac road, turn right!

After signpost no. 8, you can take the alternative route that branches off to the left and is also signposted.
The main trail continues straight ahead, then takes the path on the right. After sign no. 9, you can go to the viewpoint, which is indicated and will be on your right.

(6) The route returns to the forest and continues straight ahead to signpost no. 10.

(7). Then turn right, and after a few metres, turn left and then left again. The path slopes down and takes you across a road.

(8). The path continues straight ahead and leads you to signpost no. 11.

(9) Going down this path, turn onto the path that goes up to your left. Then follow the route on the main path, which will take you to the last two signs and then to the road going up to Saint-Rémy.

(10) Take it on the right. Once you arrive in the village, don't forget to stop at the viewpoint, which offers a breathtaking view of the Superbe Valley.
Then head to the car park at the foot of the church (E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 305 m - Parking at Saint-Rémy church.
  2. 1 : km 0.44 - alt. 292 m - Dirt track towards the forest
  3. 2 : km 0.75 - alt. 295 m - Edge of the forest
  4. 3 : km 3.23 - alt. 274 m - Path ascending to the left
  5. 4 : km 3.98 - alt. 303 m - Small tarmac road
  6. 5 : km 4.7 - alt. 291 m - Path on the left after the sign.
  7. 6 : km 5.84 - alt. 346 m - Viewpoint
  8. 7 : km 6.63 - alt. 359 m - Signpost no. 10
  9. 8 : km 7.36 - alt. 316 m - Crossing a road
  10. 9 : km 7.82 - alt. 257 m - Path going up on your left
  11. 10 : km 9.14 - alt. 294 m - Road on the right towards Saint-Rémy
  12. S/E : km 9.98 - alt. 305 m - Parking available at Saint-Rémy church.

Notes

Leaflets, hiking map + activity books for children available at the Town Hall.
There is a picnic table on the route, accessible via a tarmac road.
There is an alternative route that is signposted and is circular in shape, with a circumference of 8 km and a duration of 2½ hours.
A viewpoint is marked on the trail.
In wet weather, the path can be muddy due to numerous ruts.

Reviews and comments

4.3 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.1 / 5
randonneur 70
randonneur 70

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

This is a very pleasant walk, three quarters of which is through woods. It is important to wear good footwear as some sections are damp.

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lagrenouillepassavant.eu
lagrenouillepassavant.eu
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 12, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Beautiful hike. In December, the forest is beautiful too, with frozen tree branches, a little snow on the ground, and a temperature of -4°C. Very pleasant. At first there was a little fog, then a little sun came out, casting a beautiful light in the forest. I also followed the GPX file... perfect.

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Karuna70
Karuna70

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

We couldn't find any footprints indicating the direction to follow, but the signposting is absolutely perfect. An educational trail in peaceful natural surroundings, offering a diverse range of flora, fauna and landscapes. A treat for the eyes and ears. There are now 14 panels instead of 13, and you can extend or shorten the route as you go along. Enjoy your walk, everyone.

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le saut de bonneille
le saut de bonneille

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 09, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A walk through the forest, best done on a fine day when the weather is very dry, as it can be quite difficult after days of rain.

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fricounette88
fricounette88

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 08, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Lovely walk in the forest, beautiful views. We really enjoyed it. Just one slight downside at the start with the signposting: there was one arrow and then nothing else???

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claudeclaire
claudeclaire

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 05, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

An ideal family outing during hot weather, as most of the route is through the forest.
The route is very well signposted from the church, which is often open and whose stained-glass windows echo the themed panels along the route.
There are two beautiful viewpoints: the blue line of the Vosges mountains and the viewpoint at the end of the route.
Opposite the viewpoint, a farmer sells his fruit and vegetables, as well as organic and mainly local products; he will be delighted to chat with you.

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soutien Gevigney
soutien Gevigney

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 19, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Hello,

A lot of hard work has gone into making this hike appealing, and it is very well signposted. Thank you.
Very pleasant in warm weather.

Support Gevigney
hiking team

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larpète
larpète

Hello everyone
Having arrived at the starting point of the hike, and having heard repeated gunshots from hunting rifles, and given the warnings issued by the media on this subject, we have decided to go on another hike.
Namely, the Charles le Téméraire route between Canal de l'Est and Coney.
I will also post some photos of what we found on this "stroll" route.
You will see that nature reigns supreme.
Larpete

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rando thérèse
rando thérèse

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 03, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average

A somewhat monotonous walk. Fortunately, the signs add some interest.
Suitable for hot weather but likely to be muddy in wet weather.

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randosauxon
randosauxon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 07, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Great walks, especially in the woods, which are very pleasant when it's hot. Very easy route.

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JacquesBertauld
JacquesBertauld

Thank you, you're great.

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gazok54
gazok54 ★

There you go, the WPTs and their definitions have been added to the description.

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gazok54
gazok54 ★

Thank you, JacquesBertauld
You are absolutely right, this hike deserves to have waypoints inserted and described. I will take care of it soon, unless the author does so himself.

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JacquesBertauld
JacquesBertauld

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 06, 2016
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

On the map layout, it would be useful to have notifications for landmarks.

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Pierrot DAVID
Pierrot DAVID

Thank you, visitors are also welcome.

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