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Fontenay (Vosges) walks
Route du Chalet Boucher
Tourist office 
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.
Girecourt Castle Loop
Tourist office 
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.
The century-old Douglas firs of the Épinal Forest
Visorando Member 
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.
Hike no. 12 - The sources of the Durbion
Tourist office 
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.
Haute Verrière loop
Tourist office 
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).
Roulier Loop
Tourist office 
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.
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.
Route des Grands Bois in Deyvillers
Tourist office 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.
Haut-du-Bois circular
Tourist office 
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.
Fiménil loop
Tourist office 
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
Tourist office 
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.
The rocks of Pointhaie
Tourist office 
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.
Hike no. 1 - Montagne des Fourmis
Tourist office 
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 US Memorial in the Bruyères Forest
Tourist office 
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
Tourist office 
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
Tourist office 
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.
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.
Hike no. 24 - Les Roches de Fouchon
Tourist office 
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.
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.
The Wellness Trail in the Bois Béni
Tourist office 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.
Route des Dix in Épinal
Tourist office 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.
The historic centre of Épinal
Tourist office 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.
The Contimpierre Rocks
Tourist office 
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.
Southern route of the Epinal fortress
Visorando Member 
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.
The Heights of Domfaing
Tourist office 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.
Grand Arches Historical Circular Route
Visorando Member 
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.
Gondremer–Autrey
Visorando Member 
5.71 mi
+548 ft
-535 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Autrey (Vosges) (Vosges)
From the village of Housseras, follow the signs for the Gondremer Garden to begin a walk that will take you to the Gondremer Botanical Garden, the Roches de l’Ours and the Grands Sapins trail.
The Saint-Laurent hillside
Visorando Member 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.
Hike no. 21 - Hérigoutte Circuit
Tourist office 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
Tourist office 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.
Walk from La Passée to the Roches d'Olima
Visorando Member 
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.
Saint-Laurent, Étang du Bult, Ferme du Humbertois and Roches d’Olima
Visorando Member 
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.
West of Chantraine between the forest and the lake
Visorando Member 
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
Visorando Member 
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.
The Tendon waterfalls
Visorando Member 
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).
Jussarupt village and along la Vologne river
Visorando Member 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.
Belvedere and Cuveaux rocks
Visorando Member 
1.69 mi
+292 ft
-292 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Éloyes (Vosges)
A short hike full of surprises in a forest environment among sandstone rocks. A viewpoint equipped with a promontory offering a beautiful view of the Moselle valley.The circular route can be done in either direction, but the suggested direction allows you to better appreciate the elevation gain.There are markings (yellow diamonds) but they are not always easy to spot.
Panoramic route at the Tête des Cuveaux
Visorando Member 
2.85 mi
+741 ft
-712 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Éloyes (Vosges)
An easy and very pleasant walk, winding through the undergrowth, which will take you to La Roche des Cuveaux, an unusual place and natural gem with a magnificent panorama, but also other beautiful viewpoints along the route, including one from the Tête des Cuveaux viewpoint: a 9-metre-high wooden promontory with an orientation table at the top. As a bonus, there are impressive rocks along the way. A real treat in autumn.
La Colline au Loup (Laleu Colline) via the Spiémont geodesic chimney
Visorando Member 
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
Visorando Member 
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.
Circular route via the fountains of Romont and the viewpoint
Visorando Member 
6.06 mi
+249 ft
-276 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Romont (Vosges)
A route in the Northern Vosges, offering views of beautiful fountains and the mountain range. A route with little elevation gain but which allows you to admire a vibrant village and its peaceful surroundings. A viewpoint and an orientation table will delight walkers.
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.
From Épinal to Lac de Bouzey
Visorando Member 
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.
Large and small waterfalls of Tendon in a loop
Visorando Member 
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.
Saint-Augustin Fountain, Col du Singe and Abîme bog
Visorando Member 
6.17 mi
+430 ft
-410 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Tholy (Vosges)
An easy, shaded hike. Refresh yourself at the St Augustin fountain, it will do you good.
Tholy Way Crosses Trail
Visorando Member 
6.00 mi
+650 ft
-725 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Tholy (Vosges)
This easy route invites you to discover Le Tholy from different angles.
This loop, which is fully marked with green rings and red crosses, follows small roads, forest tracks and footpaths.
Suitable for pushchairs, the aim of this walk is also to discover the village's wayside crosses.