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East-East-South route of the Épinal Fortress
Visorando Member
11.48 mi
+912 ft
-1,125 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
Third part of the tour of the forts of the Épinal stronghold.A walking route linking Fort de La Mouche to Arches via Fort d’Arches, built by General Séré de Rivières.
The Saint-Laurent hillside
5.04 mi
+633 ft
-630 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
This is an easy hike, very pleasant even in hot weather as most of the route is through woodland.
Bambois Route
Tourist office
5.75 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Dounoux (Vosges)
Come and enjoy this invigorating hike and discover the Fort de Bambois at the same time.
Southern route of the Epinal fortress
11.88 mi
+1,161 ft
-928 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arches (Vosges) (Vosges)
4th stage of the tour of the Épinal stronghold via the Forts, taking you from Arches via the Réduit du Bois d’Arches, the Bois d’Arches intermediate depot, Fort du Bambois, the Étang du Bult intermediate depot, Fort des Friches and finishing at Fort du RoulonThis is a linear walk, so please leave a car at the Morevoid pond after Roulon on the road to Uzemain. Make your way to the starting point in Arches via Nayemont, Uriménil, Dounoux and Hadol.
Route des Dix in Épinal
6.13 mi
+840 ft
-814 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A pleasant urban and suburban route, crossing the hills and forests of the Vosges, with magnificent views of the town.
Saint-Laurent, Étang du Bult, Ferme du Humbertois and Roches d’Olima
10.93 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,138 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
A signposted walk through the forest between Chantraine and Saint-Laurent offering a quick view of Épinal from the Olympe. The walk follows the Bouzey Lake water supply canal twice, passing by the Étang du Bult and the Étang du Riéfaing, as well as the Roches d’Olima after following a small stream.
The historic centre of Épinal
0.75 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
The town of Épinal has over a thousand years of history. Recent archaeological excavations confirm human presence dating back to the Carolingian period. However, the historic centre developed under the impetus of the bishops of Metz, who settled in the town around 980. This neighbourhood also bears witness to the lives of the canonesses who occupied beautiful mansions around the basilica between the 13th century and the Revolution. Natural resources (water and timber) fostered the emergence of major industries such as paper and earthenware, followed by textiles.
Walk from La Passée to the Roches d'Olima
3.39 mi
+279 ft
-292 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
This walk starts from the Passée car park in Chantraine, joins and follows the Bouzey reservoir supply canal and passes at the foot of the Roches d'Olima. The route is mainly under the cover of trees.
West of Chantraine between the forest and the lake
9.59 mi
+682 ft
-689 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
A hike through the beautiful Vosges forest to Lac de Bouzey with some historical remains.
Route of the Three Soldiers Fountains
4.76 mi
+627 ft
-623 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
Legend attributes the name of the fountain to an event during the war in the time of Charles the Bold. Lorraine partisans, loyal to Duke René, harassed the Burgundians besieging Epinal and managed to lure a detachment of Burgundians into an ambush not far from the fountain. They killed many of the soldiers in the detachment and left the bodies of three of them there.
Grand Arches Historical Circular Route
11.65 mi
+682 ft
-656 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Arches (Vosges) (Vosges)
This route runs alongside the supply canal to the Bouzey reservoir and takes you past numerous historic sites, including the American Cemetery at Épinal, the Bois d'Arches intermediate military depot, the Bois d'Arches M59 battery, and Redoubts No. 2 and No. 1 at Bois d'Arches.
From Épinal to Lac de Bouzey
15.89 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,936 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A good day's hike west of Épinal to Lac de Bouzey, without any difficulties, with plenty of picnic spots. Much of the route is marked by the Club Vosgien.
Route des Grands Bois in Deyvillers
12.54 mi
+712 ft
-696 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A shaded hike in the Épinal communal forest, home to remarkable trees and sites.
Around Renauvoid
7.28 mi
+699 ft
-699 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Renauvoid (Vosges)
An easy walk combining nature and history, near Épinal, mostly through woodland, on a route signposted by the Club Vosgien. During this walk, you will discover the source of the Avière, then the memorial stone erected in memory of the airmen shot down in July 1944, and further on, the Fontaine de la Couleuvre, built by the military to water their horses.
Étang de la Comtesse
7.34 mi
+725 ft
-699 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sanchey (Vosges)
This walk will take you through the Ban d'Uxegney National Forest, starting with the Étang de la Comtesse and its peat bog, where you can discover the little "firefly nymph", frogs, water lilies, marsh marigolds, yellow bladderwort and floating bulrush. Not to mention the sundew, which is an insectivorous plant.
Throughout this walk, you will also discover the Roches d'Olima, its powder magazine and the supply canal for the Bouzey reservoir.
Tour of the Bouzey Reservoir
5.18 mi
+115 ft
-105 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sanchey (Vosges)
The Bouzey Reservoir, a natural gem situated a stone’s throw from the town of Épinal, is a multifaceted site, perfect for relaxation and ideal for clearing your head. Its lush green surroundings offer a complete change of scenery and it is the perfect place to enjoy a range of sporting and leisure activities. Immerse yourself in idyllic landscapes where you can get active, go for a swim or simply laze on the beach!
The century-old Douglas firs of the Épinal Forest
5.75 mi
+466 ft
-466 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A family walk in the heart of the Épinal forest, passing by the Roche Charlot and the Roche Goutteuse.
Make sure to download the map before you lose mobile signal.
As forestry machinery is present, ruts are to be expected; as with all hikes, wear sturdy footwear and don’t be afraid of the mud.
Circular route around Domèvre-sur-Avière
4.87 mi
+302 ft
-302 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Domèvre-sur-Avière (Vosges)
An easy walk following the Club Vosgien’s ‘Green Ring’ signposts. The route takes you through deciduous woodland (oak, beech, birch), fields and meadows.
Les Bois Beaudoin in Xertigny
2.59 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Xertigny (Vosges)
A lovely 4 km walk, starting from the village centre, along a forest path lined with a variety of trees and dotted with ponds, perfect for a stroll, a relaxing break or a picnic.
Les Woodies in Xertigny
4.90 mi
+413 ft
-420 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Xertigny (Vosges)
An 8 km scenic route through the typical landscape of the Vôge, amongst pastures, fields and forests, passing through hamlets made up of old farmhouses, from the Aître valley to the ridges of Moyenpal.
Gueu du Saut waterfall via the high plateaus, starting from Xertigny
11.43 mi
+830 ft
-810 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Xertigny (Vosges)
Walk on the high plateaus of Xertigny. Path mainly through woodland. Very quiet and peaceful area.
You can stop for a meal by the water. Numerous views over the plain and the Vosges mountains.
Route du Chalet Boucher
7.03 mi
+581 ft
-581 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Fontenay (Vosges) (Vosges)
A walk to discover the village of Fontenay and the forest that borders it. A chalet, a remarkable beech tree and a memorial stone paying tribute to a quarry worker who died on the job mark the route.