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Route des fermes auberges du Petit Ballon
Visorando Member
17.36 mi
+3,264 ft
-3,264 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Luttenbach-près-Munster (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful, challenging hike that takes you around the Petit Ballon via its farm inns and offers superb panoramic views of the surrounding Vosges peaks of Hohneck, Schlucht, Schnepfenried, Grand Ballon and the valleys of Metzeral, Guebwiller, Linthal and Wasserbourg, not to mention, in good weather, the Black Forest and Swiss Alps.
Le Petit Ballon from Linthal
8.68 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,628 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
The Petit Ballon is a must-see summit in Alsace. Rising to an altitude of 1,272 metres, it offers a splendid view of the Vosges mountains. There are various ways to reach it. This circular hike takes you to the Petit Ballon from the village of Linthal. The climb starts in the forest, then becomes more open from halfway up to the final viewpoint at the summit. For those who would like to do the hike in the opposite direction, it is more difficult.
Sengern, Grand Ballon, Markstein, Petit Ballon and Sengern in 2 or 3 days
25.15 mi
+5,623 ft
-5,646 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A very varied route to reach the highest point of the Vosges and walk along the ridges, enjoying numerous panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The Petit Ballon massif also offers a very beautiful setting.
South face of the Petit Ballon from Linthal
8.22 mi
+2,267 ft
-2,267 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant circular route for tackling the Petit Ballon from the south through forests and pastures. The gradient is fairly steady and the paths are well signposted. The climb is quite shaded, which is a welcome feature.
Le Petit Ballon as seen from the Hilsen
6.41 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,286 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the Hilsen farmhouse inn, this walk follows a ridge leading to the Petit Ballon. There are numerous viewpoints overlooking the Vosges, the Alsace plain and beyond.
Linthal – Grand Ballon – Petit Ballon in 2 days
Tourist office25.09 mi
+4,964 ft
-4,938 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
This multi-day hike allows you to explore, over the course of two days, some of the most interesting routes in the Guebwiller region and the Markstein and Grand Ballon massifs. This hike is long and relatively challenging (over 41 km and a cumulative elevation gain of nearly 1,500 m). It is therefore suitable for regular walkers in good physical condition. Along the route, you’ll discover various farm inns, Lake Ballon, the Grand Ballon, the Markstein resort, the Petit Ballon and the ridges, and the village of Linthal.
On the ridges: Grand Ballon – Markstein – Petit Ballon
13.44 mi
+2,110 ft
-3,022 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Murbach (Haut-Rhin)
An easy route, gently undulating across the highest peaks of the Vosges, through stubble fields and forests. Magnificent views over the surrounding valleys.
Markstein – Petit Ballon – Linthal
12.88 mi
+1,407 ft
-3,619 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
Take the time to admire the landscapes and views that make this second day’s walk so special. The route follows the ridges for the most part, leading to the Petit Ballon via the Klintzkopf. Once again, you’ll be able to fully enjoy the panoramic views over the plains and valleys on either side of the mountain. This route, which passes through forests and stubble fields, will allow you to discover the richness of the local flora.