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The Hartmannswillerkopf from the Col Amic
Visorando Member
8.74 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,867 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
During this hike, we will follow in the footsteps of the poilus who fought at Hartmannswillerkopf during the First World War, and we will cross the Route des Crêtes several times.
Col Amic - Thierenbach and its basilica from Wuenheim
9.40 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,182 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Wuenheim near Soultz, this hike offers a wealth of historical and cultural heritage discoveries, taking you through beautiful forests in the foothills of the Vosges mountains to Col Amic on the Route des Crêtes, passing historic sites from the 1914-1918 war near Hartmannswillerkopf: Zimmermann Cross, Baratin Shelter and Sicurani Chapel, then return via the Kohlschlag farm inn, Holzwasen, St Anne's Chapel, Notre-Dame de Thierenbach Basilica and the Jewish cemetery in Jungholtz.
Hartmannswillerkopf - Molkenrain - Freundstein circular from Wattwiller
11.92 mi
+4,180 ft
-4,173 ft
9h 05
Difficult
Departure from Wattwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike from Wattwiller to Hartmannswillerkopf, then Molkenrain, Freundstein with the remains of the castle, and back through the bunkers and trenches of the First World War.
There are many places to eat along the hike.
Just under 7 hours of walking, not counting long breaks.
Ascent to Grand Ballon from Jungholtz
14.56 mi
+4,098 ft
-4,081 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Jungholtz (Haut-Rhin)
This long hike will allow you to enjoy the many views offered by the Col Amic and the climb to the Grand Ballon. You can also stop for refreshments at the various farm inns located along the route. It's the ideal way to spend a sporty day in the open air on the highest peak in the Vosges.
The Col Amic valley
Tourist office5.25 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,483 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
This moderately difficult walk is relatively short. It is suitable for most walkers who, provided they have a minimum level of fitness, should find this route a pleasant half-day walk. Several heritage sites (crosses, a chapel, castle ruins, etc.) can be explored along the way.
The Kohlschlag farmhouse inn and Molkenrain as seen from the Firstacker Pass
Tourism professional
8.69 mi
+1,847 ft
-1,850 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
This circular mountain route starting from the Col du Firstacker links three farm-inns (the Kohlschlag, the Freundstein and the Molkenrain) whilst offering you the chance to discover the Hartmannswillerkopf Memorial, the famous and deadly Franco-German mountain battlefield of the First World War. Alternating between forests, pastures and ruins, the route subtly blends heritage with farm life and the atmosphere of the forest, all enhanced by magnificent views.
Le Markstein – Thann
17.72 mi
+2,359 ft
-5,187 ft
10h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
From the Markstein, the sixteenth stage of the journey across the Vosges proposed by Passion Vosges magazine continues along the Great Vosges Ridge towards the massif’s highest point, the Grand Ballon. After a visit to the Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield (1914–1918) and a climb to the summit of the Molkenrain, a long descent through the forest begins, heading towards Thann and its famous Gothic collegiate church. Franck Buchy’s account of this sixteenth stage can be found in *Passion Vosges*.