Chaux (Territoire de Belfort) walks

Discover an exceptional hike, starting from Chaux, a charming village nestled between countryside, forest and peaceful ponds. This route offers varied panoramic views of the surrounding villages, the Salbert and the majestic Vosges mountain range, allowing you to immerse yourself completely in the beauty of the area. Suitable for all levels, this walk reveals the natural and cultural richness of the region, ideal for a getaway with family or friends. Season after season, the hike reveals spectacular landscapes: in summer, intense greenery; in autumn, brightly coloured foliage; in winter, a magical panorama with the snow-covered Vosges mountains. Each stage offers unique viewpoints to fully appreciate the magic of the place.

This hike, starting from the commune of Lachapelle-sous-Chaux, takes you to the heart of the remarkable Étangs des Ayeux. It is located 8km north of Belfort. It is signposted.

This lovely walk will take you to discover one of the forts designed by General Séré de Rivières to protect the Belfort Gap: Fort Dorsner, built in 1875 and reinforced in 1879. The walk is marked with a Red Ring.

A very pleasant walk offering the chance to discover the architectural treasures of Giromagny. Some landscapes of meadows and forests with beautiful views over the Savoureuse valley. The route is signposted.

A very pleasant walk offering the chance to discover the architectural treasures of Giromagny. Some scenery featuring meadows and forests, and beautiful views over the Savoureuse valley. The route passes by Fort Dorsner, which formed part of the defence line after 1870. The route is signposted.

This hike will take you to the entrance of old silver and copper mines dating back to the 16th century, when the village of Giromagny surpassed Belfort in population. The trail is signposted.

This stage is the last of the Club Vosgien's red rectangle trail through the Vosges. This stage is classified as moderate as there is virtually no elevation gain. Most of the hike takes place under forest cover. The stage starts in the small town of Giromagny and ends in the beautiful city of Belfort, passing by Bartholdi's Lion, a must-see photo spot for those completing the Vosges crossing!

This lovely, easy walk with very little elevation gain is accessible to all and allows you to discover the beautiful landscapes of ponds, woods and meadows, where you will find the two vast ponds of Malsaucy and Véronne, as well as the Maison Départementale de l'Environnement (Departmental Environment Centre) and its remarkable exhibitions.

This pleasant walk will allow you to discover the many ponds that characterise a landscape shaped by the work of man and nature. The route is marked with a blue disc.

This pleasant walk will take you past the many ponds that characterise a landscape shaped by man and nature. You will see beautiful scenery on the Malsaucy ponds and the Southern Vosges. An observatory allows you to admire the birds in their natural habitat.

Meadows, forests, ponds... This walk winds its way through landscapes that are as unique as they are varied, revealing a natural heritage rich in biodiversity. This route is signposted.

This peaceful walk, with very gentle gradients, offers a varied route taking in streams, ponds and beautiful views of the foothills and the first peaks of the Vosges. The route is signposted with a Green Ring

After a circular walk around the fort’s moats and perhaps a visit to the fort itself, a gentle descent through the shade follows the route of the access road that once led to the fort, winding through the woodland. The return journey along the bottom of the valley beside the Ruisseau Le Gombois offers the chance to enjoy the cool, refreshing air to the full.

This hike will take you on a journey through history, right into the heart of the industrial golden age. This hike is signposted.

This relatively easy walk, which presents no navigational difficulties, starts in Giromagny. It heads towards Auxelles-Haut and forms a circular route halfway up Mont Ordon-Verrier. On the return journey, the path partly follows the Giromagny-Lepuix Mining Trail and passes through beautiful deciduous and coniferous forests throughout.

A short route through the forest, passing water sources several times. 27/07/2023 Moderator’s note: Route modified to avoid the Mont Rudolphe military training area, which is off-limits.

A pleasant, easy walk on the southern section of the departmental road and of moderate difficulty on the mountainous section. You’ll discover the villages of Petitmagny and Grosmagny, with their church and the Miclo monument. You’ll admire countryside and woodland scenery with pretty ponds, a beautiful view of the Vosges, the Fayé, the Salbert and the Planche des Belles Filles, as well as the Belfort Pass. A short detour will take you to the Notre-Dame du Grippot Chapel. It is signposted with a Blue Ring

A very pleasant walk that allows you to explore parts of Giromagny and Lepuix. During the walk, you’ll discover a flat landscape along the Savoureuse river and a beautiful forest on the foothills of the Vosges mountains. You’ll walk around the huge Lepuix quarry. A good climb, a gentle descent, a walk mostly through the forest. This walk is signposted.

This long circular hike will take you through or past a large number of remarkable, picturesque and spectacular spots, and you’ll have the satisfaction of having climbed the Ballon d’Alsace with a significant elevation gain – something not everyone gets to do. The route can be completed in a long day’s walk, provided you are in good shape and set off early in the morning. It is very manageable over two days at a more leisurely pace, with an overnight stay at the Ballon d’Alsace.

Walk among the many ponds in the municipality of Evette-Salbert.

A walk through a magnificent beech forest, ideal in hot weather.

A very beautiful walk around the Goutte de la Louvière. This walk leads to the Plain Baleroy and then close to the Tête des Mineurs on the ridge between Vescemont and Lamadeleine-Val-des-Anges. It starts at a place called Le Plainot and passes through various locations, each as beautiful as the next. Pastures, coniferous and deciduous forests greet us at every turn.

This family-friendly route starts in the charming mountain village of Auxelles-Bas and alternates between river, rural and wooded areas. The route is marked.

This walk has been named the Marcel Lallemand Trail in honour of a tireless walker. An active community campaigner, he worked tirelessly to create and signpost walking routes in the Territoire de Belfort. A commemorative plaque has been erected near the Vierge d’Évette A hike that will take your breath away, stretching from Salbert Hill to the ‘blue line’ of the Vosges and the Étang du Malsaucy. Superb views of the Planche des Belles Filles and the Ballon d’Alsace.The trail is signposted.

A lovely circular walk starting from Lepuix. You’ll discover a charming village with a beautiful church, an old sawmill that’s almost still in working order, and the Priory of Saint-Benoît de Chauveroche. The walk takes place mainly through woodland. The cool, refreshing atmosphere is particularly welcome on hot summer’s days. This route is signposted.

A hike through the undergrowth of the magnificent Vosges forest, offering a cool respite on hot summer days. Discover the beautiful village of Lepuix and take a detour to the Col de la Rougerie to enjoy the panoramic view of the Ballon de Servance. Walk in the Ballons Comtois Nature Reserve: dogs not permitted.

A very pretty walk through the woodland that circles a legendary spot, the Salbert, near Belfort. A short detour to the viewing platform offers a superb 360° view of the Haute-Saône, beautiful lakes at the foot of the Vosges mountains, the town of Belfort and the Alps on a clear day. This walk is signposted.

A walk without any particular difficulty in the southern foothills of the Vosges. Perfect for the start or end of the season.