Champdray walks

The hike begins at the Spiémont geodesic chimney with its orientation table, then takes you to discover "sacrificial stones" with magnificent cup marks that are said to have been used in ancient rituals. The route then heads to Laleu Colline (Colline au Loup), a small hill with a rocky summit which offers panoramic views of the Middle Vosges from its footbridge. On the way back, the route passes through the Bouyère peat bog before reaching the village of Champdray.

Nice walk into the fields of Jussarupt, its fields and along La Vologne river.

A shaded hike in the Vosges forest following a single trail marker (red diamond).

At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends.

A family walk a few kilometres from Bruyères or Gérardmer, without any great difficulty. This walk, starting from the town hall in Jussarupt, takes you through beautiful forests and the charming village.

An easy hike that passes by two pretty waterfalls, with trails through the woods and the Vosges countryside. The route follows the typical Club Vosgien signage, which may seem a little complex and confusing at first but, with a little practice, proves to be particularly effective, provided you have an IGN map to refer to.

This easy route invites you to discover Le Tholy from different angles. This loop, which is fully marked with green rings and red crosses, follows small roads, forest tracks and footpaths. Suitable for pushchairs, the aim of this walk is also to discover the village's wayside crosses.

A trail in the heart of the Vosges forest will take you to two magnificent waterfalls and across a few small streams. Of course, like all water trails, it is best to visit outside the dry seasons, otherwise it loses all its appeal. The trail is fairly well marked (red rings) and there are picnic tables along the way (especially in the first part).

This hike will appeal to forest lovers. It passes through a variety of forests: young and old, deciduous and coniferous, dense and sparse. Depending on the time of day or the season, you will be accompanied by birdsong.

This walk is accessible to all, alternating between paved roads and forest trails.

An easy, shaded hike. Refresh yourself at the St Augustin fountain, it will do you good.

A few viewpoints and the discovery of a geological curiosity. A variant without the climb to the Tête de Nayemont reduces the route to 13 km and 240 m of elevation gain (see description). Important: following comments received, the route of this hike has been modified to avoid paths that have disappeared into the vegetation. This hike includes a paved section at the beginning and end of the route, as well as a few forest roads that cannot be avoided.

At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends. Discover the three mountains surrounding the town of Bruyères.

The Circuit des Fourmis is the ideal place for a family walk. This short trail is dotted with ant sculptures, which explain its name, and information panels. The trail is marked with ant symbols.

At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for an enjoyable stay with family or friends. Discover the fishing and leisure lakes of Pointhaie before setting off to climb Les Roches, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of Bruyères and its valley.

The Avison is an iconic site in Bruyères. It is probably the historic centre of settlement in the area, as remains dating back to the 4th century have been found here. It is also a favourite walking spot for the locals. A 360° view awaits you from the top of the watchtower. Discover the surrounding valleys and the main peaks of the Vosges mountains.

In the Vologne Valley at the foot of the Montagne du Village, Fays is a small, characterful village in the Vosges mountains, surrounded by greenery.

A short hike full of surprises in a forest environment among sandstone rocks. A viewpoint equipped with a promontory offering a beautiful view of the Moselle valley.The circular route can be done in either direction, but the suggested direction allows you to better appreciate the elevation gain.There are markings (yellow diamonds) but they are not always easy to spot.

Hike in the heart of the Dompierre Communal Forest. Let yourself be carried away by the sound of water and birdsong.

A hike through the woods separating the villages of Lépanges-sur-Vologne and Viménil. You will be accompanied by deciduous trees (oaks and beeches) and conifers (fir, spruce and even larch).

A lovely walk at altitude to the highest village in the Vosges department.

This is an easy loop around the pretty mountain village of Haut du Tôt, with a few botanical, geological and perhaps photographic surprises. The Neuve Roche loop offers sights that are well worth a stroll, and the modest Pissoire waterfall marks the end of the circuit!

This hike goes around Lake Gérardmer, the largest natural lake in the Vosges, via the Tête de Mérelle, which offers a magnificent view of the lake and the town of Gérardmer from its belvedere at the top of the tower, then past the small Mérelle Waterfall, hidden among moss-covered rocks.

The Tête de Mérelle offers a magnificent view of the lake and the town of Gérardmer from its belvedere at the top of the tower. The small Mérelle waterfall, hidden among moss-covered rocks, is well worth a visit.

This hike goes around Lake Gérardmer, the largest natural lake in the Vosges. Covering an area of 115 hectares, it is surrounded by forests and lies at the foot of the town of Gérardmer, known for its ski resort and also for its many water sports attractions.

After starting in a wood, we very quickly arrive at a path in the undergrowth, running alongside the Ruisseau du Phény stream, which is one with the path, except for numerous passages over small stone bridges. It leads us to the Saut de la Bourrique. A few more hundred metres of climbing and, after passing Urson, we arrive at a wide path that leads us to the Col du Haut de la Côte. There is a section of uphill road, then the descent begins, with some sections more challenging than others. Before returning to the starting point, there is a magnificent viewpoint at La Roche du Renard.

Set off to explore a small cavity in the rock, called the Chambre du Loup (Wolf's Chamber), at the foot of the small Lyris cliff, the Pyramid, and various other features on this site, which was used for the construction of the church and presbytery of the hamlet of Haut-du-Tôt. All this can be explored via a somewhat mystical path through a magnificent coniferous forest with moss-covered rocks.

A magnificent route with a variety of landscapes. You will be charmed by the walk along the shores of the largest natural lake in the Vosges. After a detour through the forest and pastures that border the southern shore of the lake, you will enjoy the natural beauty of the Saut de la Bourrique site. Following the Ruisseau du Phény stream and its remarkable little bridges, you will return to the lake shore to complete this circular path.

Saut de la Bourrique is a waterfall in the Vosges mountains in the commune of Gérardmer. The legend associated with the name of this waterfall actually comes from a bourrique that belonged to a lord. Returning from the crusades, he was attacked by bandits, and to protect him the animal threw itself on them at the foot of the waterfall, where it perished with the miscreants. 28/05/2024: Hiking not possible at present: Sentier du saut de la bourrique closed from (1) to (2) by municipal by-law since 15 March 2024 for works. See practical information