Bavilliers walks

A lovely walk, starting along the canal, then towards the two pretty villages, Buc and Urcerey.

The aim of the walk is to explore the Grand Bois communal forest. The route is virtually flat. Most of it takes place in the undergrowth. It is particularly pleasant to walk this route in warm, sunny weather. The walk is signposted.

The aim of this walk is to explore part of the communal forests, the Grand Bois and the Bosmont, the Montbéliard Canal in Haute-Saône, as well as the landscapes near the village of Danjoutin. An easy walk suitable for everyone. The walk is signposted.

A pleasant walk very close to Belfort. You will follow the green corridor and the Haute-Saône Canal. You will pass through a landscape of farmland and forests. You will discover several pretty villages: Froideval, Botans and Bermont. You will pass by the Botans Agricultural Museum. This walk is signposted.

This unpretentious little walk will allow you to enjoy some lovely rural and woodland scenery just a stone’s throw from the centre of Belfort. As an added bonus, a few old boundary stones with engraved coats of arms mark the route.

This walk reveals a wealth of the region’s many attractions. It is located a few kilometres from Belfort. The route is signposted.

In the heart of the Plaine de Belfort, this ideal family walk will immerse you in the magic of the enchanting forest of Le Mont (a hill very close to Belfort). The route is signposted.

This hike is the first of two stages linking the end of the Vosges crossing in Belfort to the start of the Grande Traversée du Jura (or GTJ on maps), located at the start of Mandeure. This hike is very cultural, starting in the historic town of Belfort. The first part takes you past three forts: Belfort, Basses Perches and Bosmont. The hike is never very far from urban areas and it is even possible to get there by TGV as the high-speed train passes through. It is a hike that alternates between woods, agricultural plains and villages of varying sizes, including Bourogne and its charming wash houses. The end of the hike is the most pleasant part of the route, crossing the dry grasslands of Bourogne and walking along the Rhône-Rhine Canal.

This route passes by Fort des Basses Perches, which is part of the fortified belt around Belfort. An easy hike with superb views of Belfort, the Haute Saône and the Vosges mountains. This hike is signposted.

The aim of the walk is to discover the historical and natural features of the Bosmont Forest and the forestry operations managed by the Office Nationale des Forêts (ONF). You will be able to see the marks left by the work carried out between 1874 and 1880, after the Franco-Prussian War. The Belfort-Réchésy railway line through the forest is also still visible. This hike is signposted.

Climb up and enjoy the panoramic views of Belfort and the Vosges mountains as you explore the fortifications created by Vauban.This route is signposted.

A circular route allowing you to explore two villages near Belfort, both rich in heritage: Bermont, with the Church of Saint-Laurent, the Savoureuse Viaduct and the Fort du Bois d'Oye; and Dorans, with the Chapel of Notre-Dame du Chêne and the fountain route. There are numerous vantage points along the route.

Nestled in the heart of a small valley, this peaceful walk linking Dorans to Bermont is an opportunity for the whole family to discover these two charming villages steeped in history. The trail is marked with blue rings.

An easy circular walk to explore the Coulée Verte along the Haute-Saône Canal and the village of Essert. This circular walk offers: - a rich heritage in the village of Essert, with its church, washhouse fountain, the Chapel of Notre-Dame-du-Vœux, and the Fort de l’Ouvrage de la Côte d’Essert, built in 1890, - stunning views over the valleys on the Essert and Chalonvillars sides.

Circular in short version with limited elevation changes, the fortifications overlooking the old town of Belfort passing by the Tour de la Miotte, the Porte du Vallon then the Fort de la Justice and its dovecote, the top of the Glacis, the national cemetery, then the Citadel Tower and passage at the foot of the Lion before crossing the Brisach Gate, all enhanced by magnificent views of the city, its monuments and its surroundings.

A pleasant walk just a stone's throw from Belfort, in the vicinity of Châlonvillars and Evette-Salbert. You can discover beautiful countryside and forest landscapes, as well as the village of Châlonvillars with its church and beautiful wash house. Along the way, you will have superb views of the Southern Vosges with the Planche des Belles Filles and the Ballon d'Alsace.

This walk follows the fortified belt around Belfort.You’ll discover lovely countryside and woodland scenery, as well as several charming villages: Sévenans, Leupe, Meroux, Vézelois, Chèvremont and Bessoncourt. You’ll pass several structures of the Belfort fortified belt: the forts.

Between the Vosges and Jura mountains, discover the Salbert massif overlooking Belfort on a varied hike through forests, wide panoramas and interesting sites. At the summit, enjoy a superb 360° view of the Haute Saône, beautiful ponds at the foot of the Vosges mountains, the city of Belfort and the Alps in good weather. The route is signposted.

A very pleasant 7 km hike north of Héricourt and 15 km south-west of Belfort. Superb countryside, beautiful forests and the pretty villages of Mandrevillars and Échenans-sous-Mont-Vaudois. The route is signposted.

Just a short walk from the town centre, this idyllic walk along the Étang des Forges offers the whole family the chance to enjoy a breath of fresh air amidst lush natural surroundings. The route is signposted.

Starting from the mountain bike centre, near the Étang des Forges water sports centre, this pleasant and easy circular route will allow you to discover the charming landscapes of the Belfort Gap.

Hike from Bermont (car park in the central square) or Dorans (Maison du Temps Libre). By car, take motorway exit 11 towards Delle, then follow signs for Belfort via the R437 and then Bermont.

Old buildings, forts, churches, chapels... discover the heritage of the peaceful commune of Bermont in the heart of a beautiful green setting on this family walk. Superb viewpoint offering an exceptional 360° panorama of the Vosges mountains, Belfort, the Trèvenans Hospital and the Jura mountains. Superb views of and beneath the TGV viaduct. The route is signposted.

A very pretty walk through the woodland that circles a legendary spot, the Salbert, near Belfort. A short detour to the viewing platform offers a superb 360° view of the Haute-Saône, beautiful lakes at the foot of the Vosges mountains, the town of Belfort and the Alps on a clear day. This walk is signposted.

Hike in the Héricourt area. You can explore the Fort du Mont Vaudois and its defences. You will descend the inclined plane that was used to build the fort. You will continue through an unusual landscape of old abandoned orchards along the Bois du Mont Vaudois with some very pretty views.

A short, easy country walk for the whole family with views of the Lomont wind turbines, the Chasseral massif in Switzerland (on a clear day) and a visit to the Brevilliers dolmen.

A walk starting from Brévilliers that will take you past various military structures, including the Fort du Bois d'Oye built in 1883, the Fort du Haut Bois (cave shelter), the Banvillars Battery, and the Verpillères fortification. These structures were part of the Belfort stronghold. You’ll return via the path marked by the boundary stones that once separated France from the Principality of Montbéliard. On the way back, as on the way out, you can take a short detour to see the Brévilliers dolmen. Difficulties encountered previously (3), see reviews for suggestions

This walk has been named the Marcel Lallemand Trail in honour of a tireless walker. An active community campaigner, he worked tirelessly to create and signpost walking routes in the Territoire de Belfort. A commemorative plaque has been erected near the Vierge d’Évette A hike that will take your breath away, stretching from Salbert Hill to the ‘blue line’ of the Vosges and the Étang du Malsaucy. Superb views of the Planche des Belles Filles and the Ballon d’Alsace.The trail is signposted.

History and nature come together along this route around the Étang des Forges near Belfort.

History and nature come together along this route around the Étang des Forges. This trail is marked with red rings.