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Col de Malakoff (1071m) walks
Le Chaume de Balveurche
Forest loop (for summer or winter) starting from Balveurche and passing through the charming Belbriette valley.
From Col de la Schlucht to Hohneck
Starting point at the Col de la Schlucht car park.This is a very strenuous hike. Good equipment and physical condition are recommended!
Chaume Balveurche
A hike through the forest towards Chaume Balveurche.
Along the way, you can admire the view of the Longemer valley from the Roche Boulard shelter. A short round trip to Belle Roche offers a panoramic view of Lake Retournemer. The Irénée Duvoid crossroads is a nice spot to rest and relax. Finally, you can admire the Belbriette stream in its green setting, which is particularly pretty in autumn.
Balveurche tour from Lac de Retournemer
The path is steep and very rugged at the start, running along the edge of the cliff, then continues along a dirt track. There is a beautiful viewpoint at the top of Haut Gazon.
From Lac de Retournemer via Roche du Diable and Haut Gazon
By completing a circular route starting from Lac de Retournemer (a natural lake formed by glacial over-excavation), you will pass successively by Col de Malakoff, near Roche du Diable, and small pass, crossing the high stubble field. From small pass, you will return to the starting point.
Walks near Col de Malakoff (1071m)
From Lake Longemer to Lake Blanchemer
The first stage of a two-day bivouac hike with an overnight stay at Lac de Blanchemer, passing by Lac du Lispach, which is reminiscent of a Canadian landscape, and the Machais peat bog.
Difficulty and beautiful views sum up this first stage.
Charlemagne car park - Schiessrothried Lake
day1: hike around Hohneck, snowfield route and descent to Schiessrothried Lake.
Schiessrothried Lake - Charlemagne car park
From Schiessrothried, tour of Petit Hohneck, Dagobert's cave, Frankenthal and Col de Falimont.
This route is not accessible in winter. The route is closed between (3), (4), (5) and (6) from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural Order of 18 May 2022).
From Lac de Blanchemer to Lac de Longemer
Second stage of this hike with bivouac. This time, Lac Lalande, Lac de Retournemer, Cascade Charlemagne and Cascade de Retournemer will be on your route, allowing you to discover magnificent colours.
Gérardmer - Les Champis
First stage of the Gérardmer Mini-Trek. On this first day, you will discover the aerial landscapes of Le Poli and the heights of Lispach, as well as the isolated stubble fields above the Vologne Valley. This stage allows you to make steady progress towards the Chalet des Champis, where you will spend the night. It is also an opportunity to spend a night in an unguarded cabin that has (almost) everything to please: isolated and at least a 30-minute walk from any built-up area, in the middle of the thatched cottages, accessible to all and all year round...It is a must-see in the area.
Petit Ballon - Sengern
The route begins in alpine pastureland, then passes through very shady forests.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (Guebwiller) via the lake
A challenging climb to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (past Guebwiller). The route passes by the beautiful Lac du Ballon and the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, both of which offer very pleasant places to stop for a break.