Bains-les-Bains walks

Starting from the car park at the Manufacture Royale in Bains-les-Bains, this walk will soon be marked with brown fleurs-de-lis signs. After passing through lock 32, you will climb gently through the woods towards the hamlet of Les Baraques, then join lock 31 and finish on the towpath between the river and the canal.

Starting from the Royal Manufactory in Bains-les-Bains, hike along the towpath between the Canal de l'Est and the Rivière le Coney. Pipée footbridge, Bois de la Pipée and crossing of the hamlet of Les Baraques. Descend through the woods to lock no. 32.

Loop starting from the Manufacture Royale de Bains, through the forest, the fields on the Plateau de la Fosse le Loup and along the Canal de l'Est. private hunting available in part of the forest on Thursdays and Sundays

Hike starting from the Manufacture Royale in Bains-les-Bains, a magnificent 18th-century industrial site. Follow the blue fleurs-de-lis signs

Starting from the Manufacture Royale in La Vôge-les-Bains, this hike first passes along the Coney and the Canal de l'Est, then through Fontenoy-le-Château, before making a wide loop on the plateau to reach the Maison Forestière de la Pipée. The return journey follows the Ruisseau de Gruey to rejoin the Coney and return to the Manufacture Royale. (orange signposting in progress)

An easy route that runs alongside numerous ponds. Very pleasant in the October sunshine, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful colours of our forests as they turn golden and purple. Please note, however, that there is a short section on the road (with little traffic).

A hike starting from Le Roulier that offers two variations on the route.

A short, very accessible walk offering beautiful views of the 1,000 ponds plateau.

A short but very beautiful hike to the summit of Haut de Bélué, 870 m high. It overlooks the Grandrupt valley and offers a superb panorama of the Haute Moselle valley, dominated by the silhouettes of the Alsace and Servance balloons. The site features a forest chalet open to the public, a children's play area, picnic tables and an orientation table with a view of the Vosges ridges.

A trail in the heart of the Vosges forest will take you to two magnificent waterfalls and across a few small streams. Of course, like all water trails, it is best to visit outside the dry seasons, otherwise it loses all its appeal. The trail is fairly well marked (red rings) and there are picnic tables along the way (especially in the first part).

Very beautiful panoramic views of the Moselotte valley with picturesque little balcony paths.

Route slightly modified, description revised and corrected. This is a lovely, easy route that allows you to admire around sixty ponds. Information boards help you discover and understand how these ponds were formed and are used. Much of the route is on small paved roads. This route is partly based on signposts in the field, so be sure to follow the description carefully.

A short family hike with no significant elevation gain, allowing you to discover the typical landscapes of the 1000 ponds plateau.

Hike in the heart of the Dompierre Communal Forest. Let yourself be carried away by the sound of water and birdsong.

A hike through the woods separating the villages of Lépanges-sur-Vologne and Viménil. You will be accompanied by deciduous trees (oaks and beeches) and conifers (fir, spruce and even larch).

Starting at the Étang Noir and its lookout point, the trail leads from pond to pond, skirting a peat bog and crossing a pond on a wooden bridge leading to a chalet, making for a shady and very easy walk. As a bonus, there are lovely views of the Vosges mountains and the Thillot valley.

Follow in the footsteps of Victor Hugo's ancestors on a beautiful trail offering magnificent views in a varied landscape of pastures, crops and forests.This route has little shade, so take care in hot weather.

This easy route invites you to discover Le Tholy from different angles. This loop, which is fully marked with green rings and red crosses, follows small roads, forest tracks and footpaths. Suitable for pushchairs, the aim of this walk is also to discover the village's wayside crosses.

This hike with little elevation gain allows you to discover the villages of Girecourt-sur-Durbion, Gugnécourt and Méménil. This circuit, mostly on roads, is ideal on a beautiful spring or autumn day.

In the Vologne Valley at the foot of the Montagne du Village, Fays is a small, characterful village in the Vosges mountains, surrounded by greenery.

This walk is accessible to all, alternating between paved roads and forest trails.

This hike will appeal to forest lovers. It passes through a variety of forests: young and old, deciduous and coniferous, dense and sparse. Depending on the time of day or the season, you will be accompanied by birdsong.

The Circuit des Fourmis is the ideal place for a family walk. This short trail is dotted with ant sculptures, which explain its name, and information panels. The trail is marked with ant symbols.

The Avison is an iconic site in Bruyères. It is probably the historic centre of settlement in the area, as remains dating back to the 4th century have been found here. It is also a favourite walking spot for the locals. A 360° view awaits you from the top of the watchtower. Discover the surrounding valleys and the main peaks of the Vosges mountains.

At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends. Discover the three mountains surrounding the town of Bruyères.

Discover a typical panorama of the Vosges valleys from the Roches de Fouchon.

A walk dotted with signs encouraging you to relax and enjoy nature.

The inspiring hill is rich in history and geology and is a geographical landmark in this area known as the Saintois.