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Bollwiller walks
Bollwiller and its surroundings
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3.73 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Bollwiller (Haut-Rhin)
This route starting from Bollwiller will allow you to discover the village and its surroundings. Starting from the castle, visit the village centre and then set off to explore the rural hillside with its breathtaking view of the Vosges mountains. On the way back, pass through Cité Sainte-Thérèse, a former mining town typical of the region.
Route de découverte de Hartmannswiller
1.30 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Hartmannswiller (Haut-Rhin)
Hartmannswiller is a small village situated at the foot of the Vieil Armand. It is best known for its church and its fortified cemetery. This walk allows you to discover other sites, marked by cultural information boards, such as the town hall, the well on Grand'Rue and the crosses. To round off your exploration of the area, you can combine this walk with a visit to the neighbouring village of Wuenheim.
Route de découverte de Berrwiller
2.98 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Berrwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A small village with just over 1,000 inhabitants, Berrwiller is situated near the Wine Route. It is a village in the countryside. This route takes you on a tour of the entire village, exploring its pleasant streets close to the farming community. The highlight of the route is undoubtedly Berrwiller Church.
From Soultz-Haut-Rhin to Cernay
17.04 mi
+643 ft
-633 ft
8h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
A long hike, almost flat, but covering a significant number of kilometres. This route will take you through villages and towns such as Hartmannswiller and Cernay. When conditions allow, the view stretches as far as the Alps. Apart from the theme of religion, which is very prominent with the various small churches and the Thierenbach Basilica, the theme of the First World War is also present on the way back. Most of the hike is in open country. Only a quarter of the hike is covered between Wattwiller and the basilica of Thierenbach.
Route de découverte de Soultz-Haut-Rhin
4.60 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
Soultz-Haut-Rhin is a small town with a population of 7,000 located at the gateway to the Florival Valley. It is home to two museums: the Nef des Jouets (Toy Museum) and the Bucheneck Museum. This walk takes you on a tour of the town and other historical sites such as the old railway line, the Capuchin monastery of Saint-Maurice, the old synagogue, memorials and various green spaces.
The Grand Ballon from Soultz loop
17.91 mi
+4,206 ft
-4,203 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
The Grand Ballon is a legendary peak in the Vosges. It is easily accessible by car. More experienced hikers can reach it on foot via various hiking trails. One of the longest routes starts from Soultz. The climb is steady on the first day and the descent is steady on the second. The more athletic can complete this hike in a single day, but to fully enjoy the scenery, it is better to do it over two days. This hike will leave you with lasting memories of the view from the summit at over 1,400 metres above sea level.
Le Col du Grand Ballon depuis Soultz
8.15 mi
+3,596 ft
-89 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
Randonnée presque quasiment en montée qui permet de relier Soultz, sympathique village culturel, au Col du Grand Ballon où vous pourrez passer la nuit avant d'aller le lendemain matin au sommet. Bien que cette étape soit courte en kilomètres, elle comporte un important dénivelé à ne pas négliger. Mais que de beautés en revanche entre les forêts et points de vues remarquables dans la dernière partie du parcours.
The Zeller Canteen
7.79 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,588 ft
5h 00
Easy
Departure from Hartmannswiller (Haut-Rhin)
Like the "South and North Trenches of Hartmannswillerkopf" hikes, this hike pays tribute to the soldiers of theFirst World War.
This hike follows the German supply routes that fed the front.
The Zeller canteen was the location of the German army's Sector II headquarters in 1914. Around this canteen, the pioneer village included a bookshop, dentist, hairdresser, kitchen, photographer and a chapel.
Warning. Friday 12 May 2023. From (9) to (10), dangerous to approach, the owners of the Ollwiller estate almost let the dogs loose. Be very careful, do not approach the estate.
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Route de découverte de Wuenheim
1.71 mi
+66 ft
-43 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Wuenheim (Haut-Rhin)
Wuenheim is a small village of 800 inhabitants, situated between Soultz and Cernay. With a history deeply rooted in winegrowing, this route takes you past various winegrowers’ houses that withstood both world wars. Indeed, the village of Wuenheim was severely affected by the First World War. This route allows you to discover Wuenheim’s wine-growing heritage, whilst exploring the theme of the village’s reconstruction following the First World War and learning about the impact that conflict had on the village.
Wuenheim and the vineyards of Ollwiller
3.69 mi
+344 ft
-348 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Wuenheim (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Wuenheim, this circular route will take you through the vineyards of Ollwiller after a short stretch through the forest.
The foothills of Soultz
Tourist office4.93 mi
+912 ft
-886 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
This short walk presents no particular difficulties. It starts in the town of Soultz, notable for its rich Renaissance heritage, and takes you through the surrounding forest and vineyards. At Nez de Soultz, you can enjoy a beautiful view over the towns of Soultz and Guebwiller.
Short walk south of Jungholtz
3.06 mi
+295 ft
-315 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Jungholtz (Haut-Rhin)
This walk between Soultz-Haut-Rhin and Jungholtz takes you along the Way of the Cross from the Rote Rain Memorial to the famous Thierenbach Basilica, before crossing the village of Jungholtz to reach Mittelbourg and its vineyards, and finally returning to the starting point near the stork park in Soultz/Wuenheim.
Route d'Issenheim découverte
2.66 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Issenheim (Haut-Rhin)
Issenheim is a small town with a population of 3,000. It was formerly known for the Gast spinning mill. This mill was one of the largest in the region and processed wool into yarn. It is also the starting point for this walk. The first part runs along the banks of the Lauch, passing Villa Spetz and Saint-André Church. The return journey is via Rue de Guebwiller, passing in front of the chapel of the former Antonine convent of Saint-Joseph.
Bergholtz quarries, Dreibannstein Pass and Croix de Mission
5.96 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,106 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the Guebwiller cemetery, this hike will allow you to discover the Bergholtz quarries, the Col du Dreibannstein and the Croix de Mission with beautiful views of Guebwiller, the Grand Ballon and the entire Alsace plain.
From Guebwiller to Rouffach through the vineyards
15.15 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,483 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A long circular walk connecting two towns in the Haut-Rhin: Guebwiller and Rouffach. What makes this circular walk unique is that it mainly passes through vineyards. Other crops can be seen in the first part of the walk, but the bulk of the route is through vineyards. The return leg is particularly interesting, featuring chapels, a nature reserve and some remarkable views. The route passes through several charming villages
From the Croix des Missions to Hugstein via the quarries
7.02 mi
+958 ft
-945 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
This walk offers beautiful views of Guebwiller and the Florival, and allows you to explore the old quarries of Buhl as well as the ruins of Hugstein.
It can be combined with a visit to Guebwiller: industrial wastelands and villas, Saint-Léger Church, the Dominican Convent, the former Notre-Dame Collegiate Church, the Deck Museum, etc.
Castle Trail: from Guebwiller to Orschwihr
10.54 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,211 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A themed walk exploring the castles around Guebwiller.
The circular route through the four communal forests from Guebwiller
15.66 mi
+3,107 ft
-3,100 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A long hike taking you through four communal forests: those of Lautenbach, Guebwiller, Bergholtzzel and Orschwihr. It features four climbs with an elevation gain of around 150 to 250 metres, the gradient of which varies depending on the section. There are numerous points of interest, including the town of Guebwiller, the viewpoint in the Bergholtzzell Communal Forest, and the Oelberg Calvary. The walk offers the chance to discover the remains of several castles as well as the Hochfelsen rock formation. Furthermore, it takes you around a small peak rising to an altitude of 688 metres: the Engelstein.
A short walk to the Croix de la Mission above Guebwiller
1.68 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A short walk from Guebwiller will take you through the Alsatian vineyards to the Croix de la Mission, where you will have a beautiful view of Guebwiller, the Grand Ballon and, above all, the Alsace plain.