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Fays (Vosges) walks
Circuit des Forfeleuses
Tourist office
6.68 mi
+846 ft
-833 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fays (Vosges) (Vosges)
In the Vologne Valley at the foot of the Montagne du Village, Fays is a small, characterful village in the Vosges mountains, surrounded by greenery.
Haute Verrière loop
5.39 mi
+728 ft
-719 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Lépanges-sur-Vologne (Vosges)
A hike through the woods separating the villages of Lépanges-sur-Vologne and Viménil. You will be accompanied by deciduous trees (oaks and beeches) and conifers (fir, spruce and even larch).
Hike no. 12 - The sources of the Durbion
5.32 mi
+787 ft
-771 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lépanges-sur-Vologne (Vosges)
Hike in the heart of the Dompierre Communal Forest. Let yourself be carried away by the sound of water and birdsong.
Fiménil loop
3.44 mi
+305 ft
-325 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Fiménil (Vosges)
This walk is accessible to all, alternating between paved roads and forest trails.
Stéaumont loop
4.27 mi
+259 ft
-285 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Fiménil (Vosges)
This hike will appeal to forest lovers. It passes through a variety of forests: young and old, deciduous and coniferous, dense and sparse. Depending on the time of day or the season, you will be accompanied by birdsong.
Hike no. 1 - Montagne des Fourmis
2.64 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Bruyères (Vosges)
The Circuit des Fourmis is the ideal place for a family walk. This short trail is dotted with ant sculptures, which explain its name, and information panels. The trail is marked with ant symbols.
The rocks of Pointhaie
3.48 mi
+394 ft
-407 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bruyères (Vosges)
At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for an enjoyable stay with family or friends. Discover the fishing and leisure lakes of Pointhaie before setting off to climb Les Roches, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of Bruyères and its valley.
The US Memorial in the Bruyères Forest
4.40 mi
+390 ft
-397 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Bruyères (Vosges)
This historical route invites you to walk through the Helledraye Forest in the footsteps of the American soldiers who came to liberate Bruyères in 1944.
Avison Circuit
2.44 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Bruyères (Vosges)
The Avison is an iconic site in Bruyères. It is probably the historic centre of settlement in the area, as remains dating back to the 4th century have been found here. It is also a favourite walking spot for the locals. A 360° view awaits you from the top of the watchtower. Discover the surrounding valleys and the main peaks of the Vosges mountains.
The Bruyères tour
5.81 mi
+659 ft
-669 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Bruyères (Vosges)
At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends. Discover the three mountains surrounding the town of Bruyères.
Roulier Loop
8.65 mi
+846 ft
-833 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Roulier (Vosges)
A hike starting from Le Roulier that offers two variations on the route.
Mont Saint-Jean and the ruins of Saint-Jean Castle
Visorando Member
6.06 mi
+735 ft
-748 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from La Neuveville-devant-Lépanges (Vosges)
This route is best enjoyed in autumn so you can take in the views of the villages of Saint-Jean-du-Marché, La Neuveville-devant-Lépanges, Lépanges-sur-Vologne, Le Boulay, Xamontarupt and Faucompierre, culminating in a visit to the castle ruins.
Hike no. 24 - Les Roches de Fouchon
5.23 mi
+525 ft
-525 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brouvelieures (Vosges)
Discover a typical panorama of the Vosges valleys from the Roches de Fouchon.
Hike no. 21 - Hérigoutte Circuit
5.80 mi
+906 ft
-889 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Jussarupt (Vosges)
At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends.
Les Clous from Jussarupt
2.98 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Jussarupt (Vosges)
A family walk a few kilometres from Bruyères or Gérardmer, without any great difficulty.
This walk, starting from the town hall in Jussarupt, takes you through beautiful forests and the charming village.
Haut-du-Bois circular
8.69 mi
+1,247 ft
-1,237 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Docelles (Vosges)
This route winds through beautiful deciduous forests and allows you to discover the Haut-du-Bois maquis site, a symbol of the actions of many maquisards during the Second World War. On 9 September 1944, this maquis of around thirty people was attacked by German forces. Following their leader's order to retreat, more than 20 were saved, but 10 lost their lives.
Jussarupt village and along la Vologne river
2.05 mi
+259 ft
-269 ft
1h 10
Difficult
Departure from Jussarupt (Vosges)
Nice walk into the fields of Jussarupt, its fields and along La Vologne river.
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.
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.
The Heights of Domfaing
7.81 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Domfaing (Vosges)
At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for an enjoyable stay with family or friends.
This hike consists of three successive loops and can therefore be shortened if necessary.
The Contimpierre Rocks
3.15 mi
+384 ft
-387 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Domfaing (Vosges)
At the foot of the Vosges mountains, unspoilt nature awaits you for a pleasant stay with family or friends.
Girecourt Castle Loop
6.79 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Girecourt-sur-Durbion (Vosges)
This hike with little elevation gain allows you to discover the villages of Girecourt-sur-Durbion, Gugnécourt and Méménil. This circuit, mostly on roads, is ideal on a beautiful spring or autumn day.
La Colline au Loup (Laleu Colline) via the Spiémont geodesic chimney
5.90 mi
+843 ft
-856 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Champdray (Vosges)
The hike begins at the Spiémont geodesic chimney with its orientation table, then takes you to discover "sacrificial stones" with magnificent cup marks that are said to have been used in ancient rituals. The route then heads to Laleu Colline (Colline au Loup), a small hill with a rocky summit which offers panoramic views of the Middle Vosges from its footbridge. On the way back, the route passes through the Bouyère peat bog before reaching the village of Champdray.
Geodetic chimney of Spiémont
1.99 mi
+315 ft
-331 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Champdray (Vosges)
This walk provides quick access to a beautiful viewpoint at the summit of Spiémont, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Vosges and the Vologne valley. The presence of a geodesic chimney and an orientation table complete the hike.
The Tendon waterfalls
4.82 mi
+778 ft
-804 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Tendon (Vosges)
A trail in the heart of the Vosges forest will take you to two magnificent waterfalls and across a few small streams. Of course, like all water trails, it is best to visit outside the dry seasons, otherwise it loses all its appeal. The trail is fairly well marked (red rings) and there are picnic tables along the way (especially in the first part).
The Wellness Trail in the Bois Béni
3.18 mi
+289 ft
-289 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Fremifontaine (Vosges)
A walk dotted with signs encouraging you to relax and enjoy nature.
Between Granges-sur-Vologne and Liezey
6.22 mi
+925 ft
-925 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Granges-sur-Vologne (Vosges)
A shaded hike in the Vosges forest following a single trail marker (red diamond).
Large and small waterfalls of Tendon in a loop
8.42 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,109 ft
4h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Tholy (Vosges)
An easy hike that passes by two pretty waterfalls, with trails through the woods and the Vosges countryside. The route follows the typical Club Vosgien signage, which may seem a little complex and confusing at first but, with a little practice, proves to be particularly effective, provided you have an IGN map to refer to.
