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The Esley Old Ponds Trail
Visorando Member
4.18 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Esley (Vosges)
A pleasant, easy short route through the woods, taking you past two old ponds, an ancient Gallo-Roman quarry and an old ‘Borne de France’ marker. Much of the route runs through woodland along winding little paths, with the final two kilometres following a stone path and a tarmac road. The trail is well signposted: follow the small signs featuring a Yellow Circle. Halfway along the route, you’ll find a picnic area with tables and a small hut where you can take a break by the Étang des Limaçons.
From Haréville to La Neuveville
5.66 mi
+505 ft
-505 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Haréville (Vosges)
A pleasant, relatively easy circular walk, with a shaded section on the climb up to Maximois and a stretch passing by the Étang de la Neuveville.
The surroundings of Relanges
11.77 mi
+751 ft
-748 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Relanges (Vosges)
An easy hike on the edge of the Vôge, in the Darney forest. A double circular to be done in a day, featuring monuments and ruins from different periods.
Circular Heritage Walk in Vittel
Tourist office
18.99 mi
+837 ft
-846 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Vittel (Vosges)
Throughout this walk, you’ll discover two spa towns (Vittel and Contrexéville) and all they have to offer. You’ll also pass through Bulgnéville, Mandres-sur-Vair and Norroy-sur-Vair, before returning to your starting point.
Vittel Park Circular Route
3.74 mi
+177 ft
-171 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Vittel (Vosges)
A pleasant circular route around the spa town, the racecourse and Vittel Golf Club.
Towards Tatal Bridge
10.24 mi
+607 ft
-591 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Darney (Vosges)
A route taking in the Tatal Bridge and the little town of Darney – a must-see.
The Vallon Saint-Martin
Tourism professional
3.89 mi
+446 ft
-446 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Escles (Vosges)
A fairy-tale walk taking in key historical sites: the ruins of the old Berqueney mill, carved stones, the old millstone quarry, Saint-Martin’s Cave, the Cuveau des Fées… all along the River Madon.
Sources of the Saône and Madon rivers, Saint-Martin cave
9.53 mi
+774 ft
-751 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Escles (Vosges)
A small, discreet corner of the Vosges, but one full of beautiful discoveries. Among others, the sources of the Saône and Madon rivers. We recommend that you read the description beforehand to identify the specific points of interest on the route in advance.
Route between Madon and the forest
6.08 mi
+423 ft
-413 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Maroncourt (Vosges)
The Madon and its tributaries are waterways that are important to preserve and maintain, both to limit flooding and for the environment, as they are sources of biodiversity and are responsible for the landscapes you will pass through on this walk.
The Saône and the Ourche
10.04 mi
+909 ft
-906 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Attigny (Vosges) (Vosges)
A lovely walk with plenty of points of interest, including Pont Tatal with its climbing and bungee jumping site, and Froideval Abbey set in lush green surroundings.
Many other points of interest await you along the route.
The Lakes Trail in the Park: from Contrexéville to Vittel
3.77 mi
+249 ft
-243 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Contrexéville (Vosges)
A trail linking the two spa towns, accessible to all, on foot or by bike.
Autour du Verbamont en suivant les ruisseaux et rivières
3.57 mi
+381 ft
-410 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
La randonnée débute sur le plateau du Verbamont. Vous traverserez les chênaies puis descendrez dans une première vallée d'un ruisseau sauvage, en saison quelques petites cascades et un paysage de mousses verte. Découverte d'un bel étang à Senennes, puis votre parcours se poursuit surplombant la rivière Ourche toujours sur des petits sentiers forestiers.
La majeure partie de cette boucle se fait sur des chemins forestiers, parfois difficiles d'accès, et hors des sentiers. Il est fortement conseillé de se munir de l'application Visorando afin d'éventuellement se géolocaliser.
Waterfall, carpet of moss and an unusual sculpture at the Gorge le Loup
5.07 mi
+390 ft
-390 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
An “adventure” walk along the Houdrie Valley and the Gorge le Loup Valley, above and alongside the Ruisseau de Thiètry, with beautiful green moss on the rocks and lovely waterfalls if the water level permits. The walk takes you along unpaved roads and forest paths. The best time of year for this route is spring. We recommend using the Visorando app, as some sections of the trail are poorly marked.
Verbamont, Moscow and Jerusalem in a single day!
11.21 mi
+712 ft
-712 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Hennezel (Vosges)
A handful of stragglers lost in the aftermath of the Grande Armée’s rout are said to have inspired the names of a few local places in this corner of the Vosges, between the fir and deciduous forests, the valley and the ‘Plaine de Moscou’. The hamlets of Moscou and Jérusalem lie along the way, a little nod to geography and history. You can pick up a jar of honey from the Miellerie de Jérusalem or stay in a cabin at the “La Clairière du Verbamont” campsite.
The Étang Bleu and the Étangs de Clairey in the heart of the forest
9.15 mi
+584 ft
-558 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
An adventurous walk through a diverse forest, past numerous ponds at Clairey, the Étang Bleu and the Morillon, the Museum of Glass, Iron and Wood, and the blueberry farm at Briseverre.
The circular Glassmakers’ Loop in Hennezel
7.13 mi
+564 ft
-558 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Hennezel (Vosges)
This signposted circular route was created and is maintained by the Club Vosgien, and the route is marked with a red circle. The suggested starting point is at the Hutte Arboretum, but it is also possible to start at the Museum of Iron, Glass and Wood in Clairey.
The wild Ourche in the heart of the Attigny forest
6.17 mi
+525 ft
-528 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
Circular route mainly through woodland, where you’ll hike through forests covered in green moss. Highlights include impressive rocks, a river, streams and small waterfalls.
The Étang Bleu and the Museum of Iron, Glass and Wood
8.52 mi
+650 ft
-653 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
An easy walk taking you past ponds and through woodland. Discover a superb pond with crystal-clear water in the heart of the forest.
Stop off at the Clairey Residence Museum to discover the valley’s heritage of traditional crafts.
From the Ourche to the Saône
11.45 mi
+889 ft
-912 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
A lovely circular walk with some steep sections, ideal for lovers of history, legend and the forest.
At Clairefontaine, setting off for a walk from Claudon
14.76 mi
+909 ft
-883 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
A lovely, easy circular walk through woodland and along the river, on a wide path, passing through several hamlets including Clairefontaine.
Please note: swimming is not permitted at Clairefontaine; continue for a further 1 km to swim in the Saône further downstream, which rises just a few kilometres away.
The Croix de Virine circular walk starting from Lamerey
10.94 mi
+958 ft
-958 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Madonne-et-Lamerey (Vosges)
The walk is signposted along almost its entire route, passing by the Croix de Virine and offering a 360° panoramic view.
Maquisards Trail and Étang des Cailloux from Grandrupt-de-Bains
7.15 mi
+528 ft
-531 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Grandrupt-de-Bains (Vosges)
Starting from the pretty village of Grandrupt-de-Bains with its beautiful old houses, this hike will take you to a place where the Resistance fighters lived and trained in August and September 1944, but above all a place of remembrance. You will also discover: petroglyph rocks, boundary stones bearing coats of arms, ponds, picnic and rest areas and views of the Vosges mountains. A few sections on the road allow us to pass through forests, meadows and farmland, as well as rural areas.
The ‘Sentier des Biches’ trail in Claudon
4.23 mi
+394 ft
-413 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Claudon (Vosges)
An easy walk, though with a few steep sections. An interesting hike taking in historical heritage, legends and the Pont Tatal. The trail is signposted and maintained by the Club Vosgien (Blue Ring).
Victor Hugo trail to Thiraucourt
7.14 mi
+653 ft
-656 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Domvallier (Vosges)
Follow in the footsteps of Victor Hugo's ancestors on a beautiful trail offering magnificent views in a varied landscape of pastures, crops and forests.This route has little shade, so take care in hot weather.
Loop from Mirecourt to Poussay and Mazirot: heritage and nature
6.54 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Mirecourt (Vosges)
Starting from Mirecourt, this loop is an enjoyable way to discover the heritage and countryside of the Vosges. The route passes through varied landscapes: village lanes, hedged paths, open fields and rivers crossed by charming wooden footbridges. Along the way, you will reach the village of Poussay and then Mazirot. Between nature and heritage, this accessible hike offers beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a half-day outing.
Between woods and ponds in Gruey-lès-Surance
7.20 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gruey-lès-Surance (Vosges)
Discover two ponds hidden within a large forest complex. Most of this hike takes place on well-maintained forest tracks. Only a few passages, secondary trails, may be overgrown with grass and young trees in spring and summer.