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Bettlach walks
From Linsdorf to Bettlach via the Casemates Trail
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6.63 mi
+384 ft
-384 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Linsdorf (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Linsdorf, between forest and fields, the route climbs to the Eichwald plateau, alternating between woods and fields, leading successively to the Abri de la Fuste, on the heights of Bettlach, and the Sentier des Casemates, connecting three imposing forts of the Maginot Line. The Casemates Trail is dotted with information panels explaining the history of the Maginot Line. The route also offers beautiful views of the Ill Valley and the Jura Mountains.
Hills around Hagenthal-le-Haut
4.19 mi
+423 ft
-423 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Hagenthal-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
A walk partly through the forest and partly in open countryside on the heights of Hagenthal-le-Haut. Several benches and picnic spots along the route. On the return journey, beautiful views of the Jura, Basel, Chrischona and the surrounding hills.
The Big Oak Tree via the Raedersdorf Discovery Trail
3.77 mi
+499 ft
-472 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Raedersdorf (Haut-Rhin)
This family hike takes you to the majestic Gros Chêne de Sondersdorf. Entirely in the forest, it passes through the Raedersdorf Discovery Trail, decorated with around fifty (or more) wooden sculptures and dotted with educational panels that are sure to interest children. Best done in dry weather in any season.If you only want to do the discovery trail and see the sculptures, see Practical Information.
Sundgau route: Hagenthal-Neuwiller
8.15 mi
+692 ft
-676 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Hagenthal-le-Bas (Haut-Rhin)
The Eptingen family, who had already settled on the edge of the Sundgau region in the 14th century, owned both Hagenthal
and Neuwiller, where they lived in comfortable castles. This walk crosses their former seigneury and passes through a one-kilometre-wide bottleneck between the borders, as Neuwiller forms a sort of French peninsula on Swiss territory. Text by Marc Glotz taken from the Sundgau hiking guide.
Biederthal Canyon
2.20 mi
+374 ft
-390 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Biederthal (Haut-Rhin)
A short route running along the French-Swiss border, suitable for children aged five and over, through a beautiful forest. A few lovely panoramic views leading to a point of interest, the Biederthal Canyon, a geological formation carved into the limestone rock.
Sundgau Circuit: Wolschwiller - Burg - Le Raemelsberg
6.96 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wolschwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The Raemel mountain range, two kilometres long, blocks the horizon and rises to an altitude of 832 metres. It is the highest point in the Alsatian Jura, accessible via a picturesque limestone ridge, the Sentier des douaniers or smugglers' path, which follows the French-Swiss border. This is a fairly challenging walk, but it offers magnificent views of the Swiss Jura.
The ridge of the Raemel massif from Wolschwiller
13.08 mi
+2,057 ft
-2,057 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Wolschwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The Raemel massif forms the northernmost foothills of the Jura. The highest point is the eponymous summit, also known as Raemelspitz, which rises to 831 metres. From the viewing platform, there is a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Almost the entire route runs through woodland. Only the last 5 kilometres pass through orchards. Apart from the panoramic views, there are several points of interest along the route, including the Biederthal Gorges and the Lutter Spring.
Burg and Röschenz circular loop
13.75 mi
+2,841 ft
-2,822 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Biederthal (Haut-Rhin)
A very beautiful circular route in the heart of the Swiss Jura, straddling the cantons of Basel-Landschaft and Solothurn. You will pass through the charming village of Burg and its medieval-style castle, the Rittimatte, from where you can admire a magnificent panorama stretching from the Vosges to the Black Forest. You will then cross over to the other side of the Raemelsberg to admire the spectacular scenery from the ruins of the Blauenstein before climbing up towards the Challpass. A very pleasant walk alternating between forests and pastures.
Sundgau circuit in Leymen
4.14 mi
+673 ft
-686 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Leymen (Haut-Rhin)
Landskrön, a castle that was feared until 1814 and is now lovingly maintained by a Franco-Swiss association, and Mariastein, where crowds of pilgrims come to pray every year, are the highlights of this superb walk, which offers beautiful views on both sides of the border.
Sundgau route: Durmenach - Luppach
4.43 mi
+423 ft
-420 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Durmenach (Haut-Rhin)
In warm weather, this is a pleasant walk from the Ill valley to the old bed of the Rhine at the foot of the Jura mountains. The well-marked path offers plenty of opportunities to rest and leads to a strange crypt, the last vestige of a convent destroyed during the Revolution, where the shadow of an exiled poet still lingers.
The 3 Castles Trail
49.77 mi
+7,972 ft
-7,946 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Leymen (Haut-Rhin)
A marked route of around 80 km (4 days / 3 nights) that crosses the Sundgau region of the Jura, passing by its three main castles: Leymen, Ferrette and Morimont.Four days of walking, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities, offering the perfect opportunity to fully recharge your batteries.The Sundgau Jura, despite its relatively low altitude, offers plenty of points of interest and beautiful views; it awaits you.Accommodation is available in each town/stage.
Via the Oratory of the Three Virgins from Wentzwiller
6.40 mi
+502 ft
-502 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Wentzwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The route starts at the car park by the church in Wentzwiller, a pretty little village typical of the Sundgau, a region in southern Alsace. A lovely walk with beautiful views over the Rhine Valley and Basel.
Sundgau pedestrian route: Ferrette
4.87 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,286 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ferrette (Haut-Rhin)
This is an opportunity to visit the ruined castle and the town of the powerful Counts of Ferrette. Narrow, romantic paths lead to stunning limestone promontories and the mysterious Grotte des Nains (Dwarves' Cave), which is the subject of a famous legend.
The Dwarves' Cave
5.37 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,211 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Ferrette (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike to discover Ferrette, a beautiful medieval town with its castle and the Grotte des Nains (Dwarves' Cave) with its famous legend known to everyone in Alsace.
Ferrette, the Grotte des Nains, the Rossberg and the Kastelberg
13.98 mi
+2,776 ft
-2,769 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ferrette (Haut-Rhin)
Ferrette is a medieval town situated in southern Alsace, in the Sundgau region at the gateway to the Jura. There are many places to see around the town, including the castle, the Loechlenfelsen, the Grotte des Nains, the Rossberg and the ruins on the Kastelberg. This walk forms a double circular route. You can therefore split the route into two sections. There are numerous viewpoints along this circular route, particularly in the first section, but most of the route runs through woodland.
From Ranspach-le-Bas to Ranspach-le-Haut
7.04 mi
+528 ft
-515 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ranspach-le-Bas (Haut-Rhin)
A lovely walk along the Sundgau trails through meadows, fields and woods. Near the D419, there’s a stunning view of the border region.
Of interest: a memorial to a plane crash in 1915… there weren’t many of those back then!
Kleinlützel circular in the canton of Solothurn
8.26 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,329 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Basel-Landschaft
This hike takes place in the Swiss Jura mountains, in the canton of Solothurn, right on the border with France near Kiffis. Varied landscapes in beautiful, well-maintained natural surroundings. The path first runs along La Lucelle, then winds its way up and down hills, passing isolated farms at high altitude, pastures that tumble down to the valley floor and passes that offer breathtaking views of this part of the Jura. A very beautiful route, not to be missed.
A circular in the Swiss Jura near Kiffis
12.60 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,205 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Basel-Landschaft
This hike takes place in the Swiss Jura mountains, both in the canton of Basel-Landschaft and especially in the canton of Jura, right on the border with France near Kiffis. Magnificent, varied landscapes of hills, pastures, forests and small villages clinging to the hillsides or nestled in the valleys. These are picture-postcard landscapes, which walkers can explore via paths and trails that wind their way up and down hills in beautiful, well-maintained natural surroundings.
Sundgau Route: Around the Glaserberg (part 2)
4.58 mi
+577 ft
-548 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ligsdorf (Haut-Rhin)
This walk can be started from the Col du Neuneich, which is accessible by car from the village of Ligsdorf (please note that this is a forest road). It is also the second part of the circular "Around the Glaserberg". It takes walkers to the heart of the Glaserberg massif, above Kiffis. You will reach a ridge offering superb panoramic views of the Swiss Jura before arriving at the Col du Blochmont and the Hornihof farm, home to hundreds of llamas grazing in the pastures.
The hills of Hésingue
3.90 mi
+381 ft
-358 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Hésingue (Haut-Rhin)
Partly in the forest and partly in open countryside, this route will allow you to discover the forest and countryside to the west of Hésingue: the passage over and under the D105, the Fichtag discovery trail with its numerous informative and entertaining displays and panels, the Liesbach passage with its beautiful wooden footbridges, the Finnish track, the tranquillity of the forest, the beauty of the countryside and the views towards the Black Forest.
Roman Road and the Ill Valley starting from Willer
8.06 mi
+531 ft
-558 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Haut-Rhin
A lovely walk in the Sundgau starting from Willer.
Sundgau route: Hundsbach-Franken
3.75 mi
+184 ft
-194 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Haut-Rhin
Below the Hochistross, the high road from Altkirch to Basel, villages dot the Thalbach valley. The old grain mill in Hundsbach has recently been restored, much to the delight of artists and history lovers.