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Danne-et-Quatre-Vents walks
From Bonne Fontaine to the Saint-Michel Chapel
Visorando Member
13.26 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,224 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Danne-et-Quatre-Vents (Moselle)
Discover caves and two pilgrimage sites in the Northern Vosges. A long hike with elevation gain.
In the forest between Phalsbourg, Lutzelbourg and Saverne
10.99 mi
+1,926 ft
-1,949 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Danne-et-Quatre-Vents (Moselle)
This beautiful, undulating circular route through the woodland complements a previous, shorter route. It covers all the previous points of interest, with the addition of a few alternative routes and other interesting stops along the way. From the Grotte de Danne, you’ll need to make your way from the Rocher du Breitkopf to the Grotte Saint-Vit, then head to the Rocher de Blumenthal to reach Lock 24 towards Lutzelbourg, and finish at Roche Plate and the washhouse route near the Finstingerkopf Forest House… these are the main directions for this walk.
Around the Col de Saverne
8.58 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,204 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Eckartswiller (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely circular walk starting from the Col de Saverne, passing by the Rocher du Faucon, the wildlife footbridge, the Rocher des Dames, the Chapelle Saint-Michel, the Chapelle Sainte-Barbe, the Rocher Gustave Orth and the Rocher du Sanglier.
Lutzelbourg Castle from Phalsbourg
7.94 mi
+955 ft
-955 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Phalsbourg (Moselle)
This hike takes you to Lutzelbourg Castle with its view of the village of Lutzelbourg and its "Canal de la Marne au Rhin".
A mixture of forest paths, trails through the woods and across fields. There is a little tarmac, however, for crossing the villages.
The Phalsbourg Forest and Lutzelbourg Castle
10.32 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,273 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Phalsbourg (Moselle)
A walk starting from Phalsbourg, a town fortified by Vauban, which will take us to the village of Hultehouse and Lutzelbourg Castle.
On the heights of Saverne from the Schweizerhof Forest House
3.72 mi
+843 ft
-856 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
This hike starts next to the Schweizerhof forest house, located 5 km from the Saverne exit, in the direction of Lutzelbourg. There are two superb viewpoints to discover, at the Rappenfels rock and the Saint-Vit cave.
Some unusual places around Saverne
13.23 mi
+1,821 ft
-1,837 ft
7h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A walk through the ages to discover some beautiful sites on the heights of Saverne – ancient road – Sainte Barbe Chapel – Saint Michel Chapel – Celtic oppidum – Daubenschlag with the ruins of Warthenberg Castle.
Circular to Oberhof via Schiertorfelsen, Graufthal and Weyerstell fountain
7.06 mi
+558 ft
-548 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Eckartswiller (Bas-Rhin)
This circular starting from Oberhof is not particularly difficult and allows you to discover some unusual places, including the cave dwellings of Grauthal and the Schiertorfelsen.
From Oberhof to Bonne Fontaine: rock, sculptures and cave
6.70 mi
+876 ft
-853 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Eckartswiller (Bas-Rhin)
A beautiful, undulating walk towards the chapel and spring at Bonne Fontaine, following the route of seven sandstone steles sculpted by Claude Metzmeyer from Saverne. On the way there, you will pass by the Rocher de la Bande Noire and, on the way back, by the Grotte des Amoureux.
The Rocher du Petit Moulin and Lutzelbourg Castle
2.12 mi
+407 ft
-407 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Lutzelbourg (Moselle)
Walk on the heights of Lutzelbourg with beautiful views and visit the castle ruins. Walk with elevation gain.
Circular around Lutzelbourg and the Plan Incliné
12.57 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,545 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lutzelbourg (Moselle)
It's a fairly long route of just over 20 km, which can be done on foot or by trail running.These 20 km offer a wealth of diversity, including trails, an abandoned canal, landscapes, rocks, tunnels and a castle.A route that is well worth exploring. If it is too long, it is quite easy to split it into two parts.Although the route is long, it is fairly easy to follow. Most of the paths used are marked by the Club Vosgien.
Polenberg Daubenschlag Mont Saint Michel
9.22 mi
+974 ft
-978 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely, easy walk through the woodland. The first section is purely natural, peaceful and very quiet, whilst the second is rich in archaeological heritage in a land of legends.
From Ramsthal to Mélanie, Breitkopf, Rappenfels, Saint-Vit, Greifenstein
6.75 mi
+889 ft
-863 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A beautiful, easy circular walk with a few points of interest and beautiful views of the Haut Barr, Grand and Petit Geroldseck castles and the Zorn valley.
Walk around Oberhof
3.36 mi
+525 ft
-525 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Neuwiller-lès-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
This walk through the woods, on paths or forest roads, apart from a steep climb to the Grotte des Hussards, is easily manageable for families.
The Lutzelbourg tour
7.51 mi
+860 ft
-860 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lutzelbourg (Moselle)
A hilly route around the pretty village of Lutzelbourg, following the circular castle walk, the Marne-Rhine Canal and the Gustave Hentz Circular, featuring beautiful forest paths lined with rocks including Pulsfels Bellevue and the Krappenfels (Corbeau Rock).
From Kaestenberg to Breitkopf and Rappenfels via the Fossé des Pandours
10.30 mi
+1,942 ft
-1,942 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
Climb up to the Kaestenberg rock face and the10th BCP cave, then to the Fossé des Pandours via the Sentier des Menhirs. Climb up to the Breitkopf overhang via the Mélanie fountain, then to the ruiniform Rappenfels peak via the Bavarians' fountain. And finally, the Saint-Vit cave and the ruins of Greifenstein Castle.
Le tour de Lutzelbourg par Roche Plate
7.48 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,093 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lutzelbourg (Moselle)
Randonnée circulaire vallonnée autour du joli village de Lutzelbourg. Plusieurs points d'intérêts : château, points de vue et jolis sentiers ombragés bordés de gros rochers.
Lutzelbourg to Saverne
9.94 mi
+3,294 ft
-3,428 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lutzelbourg (Moselle)
A lovely walk between Lutzelbourg station and Saverne station, taking in the castles of Lutzelbourg, Petit and Grand-Geroldseck, and Haut-Barr, an archaeological site with Gallo-Roman ruins, and passing by the Tour du Brotsch.
The Saint-Vit Cave circular tour starting from Stambach
6.14 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
A walk where you’ll have the chance to see the Rappenfels, the Saint-Vit Cave and its beautiful garden, and the Greifenstein.
Stambach-Wasserwald, a charming trail
9.97 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,286 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
This route is a treat for those who love narrow paths and the peaceful atmosphere of the forests of the Northern Vosges.
There are several beautiful viewpoints and rocks along the route. You will also discover the archaeological site of Wasserwald, where our Celtic ancestors, known as the Mediomatrici by the Romans, lived more than 1,500 years ago.
Near Saverne
14.99 mi
+2,992 ft
-2,982 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
A beautiful hike with numerous castle ruins, including Haut Barr, known as the "eye of Alsace", and a trail through a forest with stunning autumn colours. The trails are very well marked and maintained by the Club Vosgien.The elevation gain is significant, so take this into account to fully appreciate all the charms of this hike.
Le Haut Barr - the Hexentisch - The Brotsch Tower - The Schaeferplatz IBP 47
8.55 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 55
Easy
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
Haut Barr, Hexentisch, Brotsch Tower, Schaeferplatz: a whole menu for discovering this tiny part of the Vosges.
This easy hike, suitable for the whole family, will delight you with its many viewpoints, such as the Devil's Bridge, the Brotsch Tower, the Huck Rock and many others waiting to be discovered.
What's more, the many picnic spots make this hike even more enjoyable.
Zorn Valley and three castles
7.04 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,339 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
This hike starts in the valley and climbs into the forest, passing several viewpoints over the Alsace plain. The Brotsch Tower and three castles are worth visiting if you have time, as is the tower of the old Chappe telegraph.
The entire walk takes place in the forest. Beautiful sandstone and puddingstone rocks line the route.
Route of castles in the hills above Saverne
12.07 mi
+2,234 ft
-2,218 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
A trail rich in discoveries. Throughout the route, this trail offers numerous remarkable viewpoints as well as points of interest dotted along the way. These elements help to make this day a memorable experience, combining discovery and enjoyment. Each of the sites visited allows you to broaden your knowledge whilst enjoying a leisurely walk, ideal for immersing yourself in the region’s natural and historical heritage. Highlights of this hike: the Wuestenberg Plateau – the castles of Ochsenstein, Petit Geroldseck, Grand Geroldseck, Haut Barr and finally the Brostch Cave and Tower.
Haut-Barr and the two Geroldseck
Tourism professional
2.09 mi
+207 ft
-197 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
This hike, lasting a good hour, allows you to discover three very different castles: Haut-Barr, restored with viewing platforms offering breathtaking views; Grand Geroldseck, where you can see the major restoration work carried out over decades by enthusiasts; and Petit Geroldseck, which is more rugged.
Tour of Haut-Barr Castle and its foothills
2.66 mi
+581 ft
-581 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
Visit the magnificent Château du Haut-Barr, built on crags of pink sandstone, whose current layout dates back to 1583. Then enjoy a lovely descent through the forest towards Saverne, followed by a return to the château via the eastern flank of the Haut-Barr.
From Haut-Barr Castle to Brotsch Cave
5.14 mi
+840 ft
-863 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
A forest walk with some stunning views of the Vosges foothills. Visit the ruins of three castles: Haut-Barr, Grand Geroldseck and Petit Geroldseck, as well as the Brotsch Tower (built in 1897 to mark the 25th anniversary of the Club Vosgien’s founding in Saverne), and the cave.
Circular walk taking in the castles, Brotschberg and Hirschberg in Saverne
8.09 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,440 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Haegen (Bas-Rhin)
The Saverne region, and more specifically the Haut Barr area, towards Brotschberg and Hirschberg, forms a vast network of hiking routes.
This suggested route features numerous points of interest (ruined castles, striking rock formations and viewpoints), all set amidst woodland.
Take the time to observe the natural surroundings, the surrounding mountains and other geological features, and soak up the atmosphere of these places steeped in history.
Saverne, Stambach and the three castles
14.35 mi
+2,283 ft
-2,287 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
Starting from Saverne, the route passes through Stambach, the Hirschberg, the Cuve de Pierre, the Brotsch cave and tower, the Petit and Grand Geroldseck, and the Haut-Barr.
Tour du Brotsch starting from Saverne
6.30 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant walk with no real difficulty around Haut Barr Castle, almost entirely through forest.
Pass by the Table des Sorcières, the Petit Krappenfels, the Source des Pionniers, the Rocher du Brotsch, the Tour de Brotsch, the Petit and Grand Geroldseck, the Chappe telegraph and the Haut Barr.
Hultehouse - Grafenstein Castle - Saint Vit - Wasserwald
10.91 mi
+1,969 ft
-1,975 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Hultehouse (Moselle)
A beautiful walk on the slopes of the Zorn Valley, where you will discover breathtaking landscapes, the ruins of Greifenstein Castle, the Saint-Vit cave and the Gallo-Roman site of Wasserwald.
Actual elevation gain: 534 m.