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The Thannerhubel and Rossberg mountain pastures from Bourbach le Haut
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9.34 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,559 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the centre of Bourbach-le-Haut, this is a lovely mountain walk accessible to most people, allowing you to explore – after passing through pleasant forests on both the ascent and descent – the Thannerhubel and Rossberg ridges and to enjoy magnificent 360° views of the Bernese Alps (Eiger, Munsch, Jungfrau...) and even the Mont Blanc massif, the Black Forest and the Vosges mountains (Grand Ballon, Markstein, etc.)
The Rossberg from the Col de Shirm and return via the Col du Hundsruck
8.99 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,195 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful walk that will first take you along wide forest paths before the final climb to Rossberg and its magnificent views.
Chaumes and forests of the Rossberg massif
8.67 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,064 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
The protected Rossberg massif boasts some of the most beautiful pastoral pastures in the Vosges mountains. They were once home to numerous marcairies(1), of which several farmhouse inns(2) remain today. With their magnificent views of the neighbouring valleys, the southern Alsace plain, the Jura, the Black Forest and the Alps, they are sure to delight hikers.
Night-time panorama from Thanner-Hubel
4.68 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,352 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
Hike offering magnificent views, particularly at sunset behind the Ballons and with the magical lights of the Alsace plain. Plan to leave 2½ hours before the official sunset time. Please note that the return journey will be at night, so headlamps are required.
From Rammersmatt to the Hundsruck Pass
7.63 mi
+1,529 ft
-1,526 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rammersmatt (Haut-Rhin)
A very accessible circuit starting from the Rammersmatt farm towards Bourbach-le-Haut, passing by the Hochburg chalet. A hike that everyone can follow at their own pace.
Circular walk between Rammersmatt and Bourbach-le-Bas, the Petit Jardin d’Éole
3.23 mi
+459 ft
-463 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Rammersmatt (Haut-Rhin)
This short, pleasant walk through the woods and fields of the Alsatian countryside will introduce you to one of Bourbach-le-bas’s ‘technical’ curiosities: the ‘Petit Jardin d’Éole’, consisting of machines built by a local resident from recycled parts and powered by the wind.
Along the way, you’ll also come across a botanical trail, and at the start of the walk, you’ll be treated to some lovely views of the Alsatian plain.
From Masevaux to Rossberg
9.96 mi
+2,874 ft
-2,874 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Masevaux (Haut-Rhin)
This beautiful hike takes you from Masevaux to the summit of Rossberg at an altitude of 1,191 metres. From the top, you can enjoy magnificent views of the Vosges, the Alsace plain, the Black Forest, the Jura and the Alps. The elevation gain is significant, but the route is otherwise easy.
The Hundsruck and Schirm Passes and Bourbach-le-Haut as seen from Bourbach-le-Bas
9.00 mi
+1,841 ft
-1,824 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Bas (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant, undulating walk through varied landscapes, starting from Bourbach-le-Bas, passing through Spannplatz and the Krastkopf graves, near the summit of the Kohlberg, then on to the National Monument to the Shock Troops, where you can enjoy the view over the Doller Valley and the Thannerhubel and Rossberg massifs, followed by a descent via the Col d’Hundsruck, a walk through Bourbach-le-Haut and a return via the Col du Schirm.
Circuit des Moineaux in Roderen
4.39 mi
+577 ft
-577 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Roderen (Haut-Rhin)
Between unspoilt nature and the pretty villages of Roderen and Rammersmatt, enjoy the beautiful panoramic views and wide open spaces offered by this part of Alsace. A varied walk through fields, orchards, farm animals, etc.
From Masevaux to Niederbruck via forest paths
3.49 mi
+479 ft
-479 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Masevaux (Haut-Rhin)
Between Masevaux and Niederbruck, more than ten kilometres of new forest paths have recently been created. Here is a nice little route of about 6 km that partly follows these new paths...
Hike accessible via Niederbruck Centre station.
Gsang towards the Hundsruck Pass
4.44 mi
+499 ft
-1,444 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Moosch (Haut-Rhin)
Return to the Hundrunck Pass via the summit of the Vogelstein.
Virgin of Alsace, Sickertbach Pass and Rocher de la Croix
5.87 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,280 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sickert (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the centre of Sickert, a beautiful hike offering views of the Virgin of Alsace overlooking the Doller Valley, then ascending the Sickertbach valley, passing the Sickertbach Shelter and the pass of the same name, and returning via the foot of the Falkenstein to the Col de Luttersberg to enjoy the magnificent view from the Rocher de la Croix. Descent towards Sickert via the charming Chapel of the Owls (Kutzakapalala).
A circular starting from Roderen, Maria auf dem Rain chapel
5.74 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,165 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Roderen (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike through forests and fields with, depending on the weather, a beautiful view of the Alps as a bonus.
Circular route to the north of Sentheim
9.36 mi
+1,388 ft
-1,391 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sentheim (Haut-Rhin)
A route partly through woodland, offering the chance to discover numerous sites and monuments.
The Oberwald and Sainte-Anne Chapel Circular Route, starting from Lauw
3.63 mi
+125 ft
-138 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Lauw (Haut-Rhin)
From the centre of Lauw, enjoy a pleasant walk through fields and the beautiful deciduous forests of the Oberwald, returning from Sentheim via the Chapel of St Anne and past the Hohlenstein Cave before following the banks of the Doller.
The Sudel from Masevaux
4.43 mi
+1,473 ft
-1,463 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Masevaux (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Masevaux, this hike will take you to Sudel, the south-eastern tip of the Vosges. It offers a beautiful view of the Belfort area, the Jura and the Alps. The hike is not difficult, there is just a slight incline.
Grambaechle circuit in Masevaux
4.02 mi
+577 ft
-587 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Masevaux (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant discovery trail that takes you into the heart of nature around Masevaux. Along the way, you will enjoy some beautiful views of the Doller valley. A hilly circuit in the heart of the forest.
The Hochburg via the Cols d'Hundsruck, Schirm and Rocher du Poilu
12.04 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,096 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Sentheim (Haut-Rhin)
From the car park at Sentheim church, a pleasant, undulating hike passes through Spannplatz between Bourbach-le-Bas and Rammerstatt, climbing towards the Col d'Hundsruck via the Hochburg shelter, where you can enjoy beautiful views of the Swiss Jura and the Bernese Alps in good weather. Then descend towards Bourbach-le-Haut, passing through the Col du Schirm and climbing up to the Rocher du Poilu to enjoy the magnificent view despite the somewhat overgrown forest, before returning to Sentheim via the Chapelle des Mineurs and part of the Geological Trail and Hasenwald.
The Doller Valley from Sentheim to Masevaux via Wolfenloch
8.39 mi
+722 ft
-709 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sentheim (Haut-Rhin)
This hike takes you mainly through forest from Sentheim to Masevaux via the Wolflenloch discovery trail. The return route follows the Doller river, passing the Hohenstein Cave and Sainte-Anne Chapel.
Circular walk of the Miners' Chapel and the geological trail from Sentheim
5.25 mi
+400 ft
-404 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Sentheim (Haut-Rhin)
From the car park at Sentheim church, cross the Doller river and climb the hill above the village via the Way of the Cross and its thirteen stations, the Virgin of Rollenberg, the Eichwald forest and the old sports trail. Return via Knapphutte and the Miners' Chapel, then take a section of the geological discovery trail.
The Doller along the Lauw
4.85 mi
+148 ft
-141 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Sentheim (Haut-Rhin)
Follow the Doller river on this route, which showcases the villages of Sentheim and Lauw.
The Fuchsfelsen and the Belacker
6.99 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,185 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Haut-Rhin
This hike offers magnificent views of the Doller Valley and the Ballon d'Alsace on a former volcanic massif.
On the heights between the Doller and Thur valleys
9.44 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,487 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Haut-Rhin
Discover or rediscover the views from the heights between the two valleys. This route will allow you to see the valleys from different angles, starting with the Fuchsfelsen, then the Rossberg, and finally the Belackerkopf. If you feel like it, you can enjoy the mountain produce available at the Gsang and Belacker farmhouse inns. At the end of the route, you can also take a break at the Stahlberg Refuge (wood-burning stove and tables available on site).
Ostein Farm and Rock, Camp Turenne and Molkenrain from Bitschwiller
10.05 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,549 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bitschwiller-lès-Thann (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Bitschwiller-lès-Thann, climb to Camp Turenne via the Wickenbaechle path, the Ostein Farm Inn, the Triade shelter and Rocher d’Ostein, then climb to Molkenrain via the Friends of Nature refuge. Return via Camp Turenne, Baerenthal, Camp des Pyramides, Place des Canaris and Roche Albert. This loop walk passes numerous vantage points overlooking the Thur Valley and the surrounding peaks, such as Thanner Hubel and the Grand Ballon, as well as iconic historical sites on theFirst World War front.
Œil de la Sorcière (Witch's Eye) from Bitschwiller
6.26 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,178 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bitschwiller-lès-Thann (Haut-Rhin)
This is a relatively accessible hike, taking you from viewpoint to viewpoint to Engelbourg and the Œil de la Sorcière from Bitschwiller, then gently back up along the river on the cycle path.
The Blaufels shelter through the Willer-Bitschwiller forest
6.21 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Willer-sur-Thur (Haut-Rhin)
Enjoy a beautiful unobstructed view of the Thann valley from the Blaufels shelter. The route is shaded as it is mainly in the forest, ideal for hot summer days.
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