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Bitche walks
The citadel of Bitche and its rampart walk
Visorando Member
1.22 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Bitche (Moselle)
The first climb is steep and tiring, but once at the top, you can admire the whole of Bitche from the rampart walk at the foot of the Citadel walls.
The Ravin du Loup and the Bavarian Tomb starting from Bitche
4.79 mi
+433 ft
-420 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bitche (Moselle)
A short 2-hour walk in the hills north of Bitche.
Small spring, mini waterfall and discovery of a historic tomb from 1870.
Circular route from the Étang d'Hasselfurth via the Col du Hochkopf
4.76 mi
+453 ft
-453 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bitche (Moselle)
A pleasant little circular walk from the VVF holiday centre at Étang d'Hasselfurth towards Étang d'Entenbaechel, then looping back via the Widerschall and Hochkopf passes.
The paths are very well maintained, easily walkable, with little elevation gain apart from the section between the two passes leading to the summit of the Hochkopf.
Hasselfurth Ponds – Walk around the first pond
1.53 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Bitche (Moselle)
A short, simple and picturesque Sunday stroll with virtually no elevation gain. Ideal for a post-lunch walk, with children, or with a pushchair.
Route starting from Schwingmühle via Schorbach
9.05 mi
+761 ft
-732 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hanviller (Moselle)
A lovely walk in warm weather, exploring beautiful little waterfalls and chapels along lovely leafy paths.
The Colorado of Bitcherland from Haspelschiedt
8.23 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Haspelschiedt (Moselle)
A beautiful walk in the Northern Vosges to discover the Colorado of Bitcherland.
Walk between Lambach and Siersthal
4.05 mi
+492 ft
-459 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
The walk starts on Rue des Chalets with a gentle climb where children can discover insect hotels, bird boxes and strange animals such as tigers, monkeys, herons and other forest dwellers.
Up on the hillside, if you’re lucky, you might spot some wild animals at the edge of the forest. Then, you’ll head back into the cool shade of the trees in the undergrowth.
We finish with one last gentle climb offering a lovely view of a huge rock.
Circular route around the Lambach ponds
4.04 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
A walk along beautiful paths that take you on a circular route around several ponds.
Route of caves and ponds in Lemberg
8.14 mi
+974 ft
-991 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
A beautiful, undulating circular hike through the woods, winding between old wash houses, steles, ponds and rocks pierced by caves.
The rocks of Roppeviller
3.41 mi
+354 ft
-348 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Roppeviller (Moselle)
A breathtaking walk that will make you feel like you're travelling at the foot of the Grand Canyon.
A place to visit again and again, attracting many hikers, this is a beautiful family hike with plenty of tables for picnicking in the shade of the trees.
The Alsatian Colorado
4.35 mi
+427 ft
-407 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Roppeviller (Moselle)
Why is it called the Alsatian Colorado... when it's just across the border in Germany? Our German neighbours call it the Altschlossfelsen or "Old Castle Cliffs". In any case, this easy horse ride between France and Germany, with no major difficulties or steep slopes, allows you to discover this beautiful pink sandstone rock formation, hidden among the vegetation.A short, easy hike, ideal for families with children who enjoy walking.
Domaniale Forest and Grand Étang de Mouterhouse
4.15 mi
+492 ft
-492 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mouterhouse (Moselle)
A pleasant little hike in the Mouterhouse National Forest and along the banks of the Grand Étang lake in the same locality. After enjoying the calm of the forest with its beautiful straight trees and good quality paths, the end of the hike takes place along the Grand Étang lake, where you can admire the spectacle of numerous fishermen on their pontoons.
Ponds, castles, forests and sandstone cliffs starting from Hanau Pond
10.17 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,325 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
Magnificent hike on the forest paths around Hanau Pond. Visit the ruins of Falkenstein, Rothenburg and Waldeck Castles, passing by the splendid sandstone arch of Erbsenfelsen.
From Hanau Pond to Waldeck Castle
4.45 mi
+394 ft
-384 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A forest setting for this family-friendly route. Peat bogs, rocks, viewing points and the ruins of a medieval castle. The Étang de Hanau, often considered the most beautiful lake in the Northern Vosges, is set within an exceptional natural site, designated a “World Biosphere Reserve” by UNESCO.
Two castles and peat bogs starting from the Étang de Hanau
7.95 mi
+791 ft
-801 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A superb hike through the forest, mainly starting from the Étang de Hanau, passing by the Étang de Lieschbach, Falkenstein Castle, Waldeck Castle and the peat bogs.
Lieschbach Pond Circular Walk
5.87 mi
+446 ft
-453 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A circular walk starting from the scenic Hanau lake towards the wild Lieschbach lake, via the Kachler Rocks, and back via the Steinberg.
Ramstein Castle from the start at Baerenthal Pond
7.53 mi
+715 ft
-699 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A very beautiful and pleasant walk in warm weather as it is mostly shaded. Discover Ramstein Castle, Baerenthal Pond and the lake where the more motivated can take a dip at the end of the walk!
In the vicinity of Baerenthal
10.87 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,243 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A lovely walk offering the chance to explore the surroundings of the pretty village of Baerenthal and its two ponds, one for fishing and the other for swimming.
The walk takes you through the magnificent mixed woodland of the Northern Vosges Nature Park, following wide forest tracks as well as narrower, more technical paths, though these are not particularly difficult.
Reihpfad Discovery Trail
3.57 mi
+459 ft
-466 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Hilst (Südwestpfalz)
A lovely forest path for the whole family. Lovely surprises will delight young and old alike. Start in the village or at the football ground, then follow the signs and markers along the way.
Conquering Ramstein
4.35 mi
+577 ft
-577 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
Ramstein Castle dates back to the 13th century. It stands on a rocky sandstone outcrop. At the summit, there is a panoramic view of Baerenthal and its valley. The two lakes, Ramstein and Baerenthal, are full of charm and make an ideal spot for a refreshing break.
Baerenthal, Hanau and Lieschbach ponds and the ruins of Ramstein Castle
8.26 mi
+810 ft
-801 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A beautiful, undulating walk through the forests of Baerenthal and the Hanau Pond, ending at the ruins of Ramstein Castle
Kindsbrunnen shelter and pass, the Stoffel Cross, the Sentier des Bornes trail.
13.73 mi
+1,404 ft
-1,404 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Reipertswiller (Bas-Rhin)
A fairly long hike, as some people like, with no significant elevation gain. It is nice in spring because the vegetation still lets the first rays of sunshine through, but it is accessible in all seasons and has a well-placed shelter for a dry lunch.There are no difficulties on the route except for the length!
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