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Le Climont from the south side from the Col de Steige
Visorando Member
5.84 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,411 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
The Climont is a curious conical massif which you will approach from the south face. The climb is steep, but the view from the top of the Julius Tower, at an altitude of over 960m, is well worth the effort.
21/04/2025: Five years after its first publication, I revisited this route to check that the description still matches the terrain. I took the opportunity to clarify certain sections and add a few waypoints.
The descent is quite technical and difficult, and it is best to avoid it in wet weather, or else do the hike in the opposite direction. Enjoy the outing, everyone.
The summit of Climont from Steige
Tourist office10.52 mi
+2,267 ft
-2,290 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Steige (Bas-Rhin)
Starting from Steige, this hike will take you to the summit of Climont to discover the Julius Tower and several magnificent viewpoints over the Villé Valley, as well as the Bruche Valley and the Vosges.
This hike is difficult and includes sections with very steep climbs and technical passages. You will need to be in good physical condition and carry a small backpack.
Le Climont on snowshoes 
Easy Walks near col de steige
Mountain biking in the Vosges, Day 4: Hohwald - Chatenois (Part 1)
7.84 mi
+840 ft
-1,558 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Le Hohwald (Bas-Rhin)
This route is the first part of thefourth stage of a seven-day tour of the Alsatian side of the Vosges mountains. Most of the route is on forest roads in good condition. The signage is excellent, consisting of signs with an orange or red mountain bike logo and the letters TMV (Traversée du Massif Vosgien).
From Salm to the Tête du Coquin
10.34 mi
+2,963 ft
-2,349 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from La Broque (Bas-Rhin)
This first stage is probably the hardest day of the route. Beautiful views, pleasant trails and few forest roads. A steep climb at the end of the day explains the "Difficult" rating.
Three days around the Val de Senones with bivouacs
33.33 mi
+5,928 ft
-5,945 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from La Broque (Bas-Rhin)
Three days of hiking and camping around the Val de Senones, passing by beautiful viewpoints. Campsites at the Tête du Coquin and the Haute Loge.
Châtenois - Ribeauvillé
Tourism professional
12.79 mi
+2,238 ft
-2,028 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Châtenois (Bas-Rhin) (Bas-Rhin)
With this superb twelfth stage of the Vosges crossing proposed by Passion Vosges magazine, published by Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace and L’Alsace, the hiker visits a series of castles, starting with the iconic Haut-Koenigsbourg. After a lovely detour into the valley of the mountain village of Thannenkirch, a final climb leads to the steep and spectacular site of the three castles overlooking the charming wine-growing town of Ribeauvillé, the end point of this 20-kilometre route.
Dambach-la-Ville – Obernai
18.18 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,450 ft
9h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Dambach-la-Ville (Bas-Rhin)
Vine growing is an integral part of the Alsatian landscape. There is also a route named after it. This route is the fifth stage of the vineyard walk and connects Dambach-la-Ville to Obernai. There are numerous vantage points, indeed they are almost everywhere outside the villages. The villages themselves are very typical, with pretty half-timbered houses and undeniable charm. The region’s heritage is equally well represented.
Vosges Mountain Biking Day 5: Chatenois – Aubure (Part 1)
9.60 mi
+2,021 ft
-436 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Châtenois (Bas-Rhin) (Bas-Rhin)
This route forms the first part of the fifth stage of a 7-day tour on the Alsatian side of the Vosges. The route follows mainly forest tracks in good condition. The signposting, which is excellent, consists of signs bearing an orange or red mountain bike logo accompanied by the letters TMV (Traversée du Massif Vosgien).
Barr - Châtenois
19.01 mi
+3,392 ft
-3,445 ft
11h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Barr (Bas-Rhin)
The eleventh stage of the journey through the Vosges proposed by Passion Vosges magazine, published by Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace and L’Alsace, is also one of the longest of the trip. Starting from the vineyards, it will take you through the foothill forests via the Ungersberg Pass before reaching the small town of Châtenois and its ramparts. A report on this eleventh stage by Olivier Terrenère can be found in Passion Vosges.
From Barr to Obernai via Mont Sainte-Odile
12.05 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,175 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Barr (Bas-Rhin)
I suggest an online hike. The starting point is Barr station, which is easily accessible by train from Strasbourg. The finish is at Obernai station, from where you can easily catch a train back to Strasbourg; there are services every hour on weekdays.
The route will take you through the villages of Barr, Saint-Nabor, Bernardswiller and the town of Obernai, first through the vineyards and then into the forest on the slopes of Mont Sainte-Odile. You’ll be able to admire the ruins of the imposing Château du Landsberg (12th century). You can visit Hohenbourg Abbey, founded in 680 by Saint Odile, patron saint of Alsace, and admire the ruins of Niedermünster Abbey below.
Enjoy exploring!