Gaschney (le) walks

Spotting chamois in the Wormspel, dipping your feet in the clear waters of Lake Schiessrothried, and enjoying the beauty of the Frankenthal-Missheimle Nature Reserve are the highlights of this hike. And if you can also stop off at a farmhouse inn, then... it’s a brilliant day! A variation of this hike, passing via the Falimont Pass, is suggested in the practical information section. The BloyGR®®531trail between (6) and (7) is closed from 1 November to 30 April by prefectural decree dated 18 May 2022.

The Hohneck, showcasing all the beauty of the Vosges massif: the great rocky escarpments, the cirques, the trickling springs, the traces of the Ice Age, the flora and fauna, and the famous farmhouse inns.

Discover the Hohneck ridge and its Alsatian side, with its panoramic views, flora and fauna, on well-maintained forest trails in a well-preserved environment. A breath of fresh air to be enjoyed without moderation! Please note: this hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below).

A beautiful hike with an “alpine” feel, so quite challenging!You’ll discover two small glacial lakes, the Schiessrothried and the Fischboedle, nestled at the foot of the Hohneck.From the Kerbholtz ridge facing the Spitzkoepfe ridge, you descend into the Combe de l’Ammelthal, with very technical but secure sections, then the Combe de la Wormspel where you may spot chamois. The return route takes you via the Hohneck, offering panoramic views.

A beautiful, challenging hike for experienced hikers. This route is not accessible in winter. The route is closed between (8), (9), (10) and (11) from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural decree of 18 May 2022).

Not to be missed! This is one of the most iconic and famous hikes in the Vosges. The landscapes and views of the entire Vosges mountain range, the Black Forest and even the Alps (on a clear day) are simply magnificent. If you're lucky, you may even spot chamois on the slopes of Hohneck, so don't forget your binoculars! ⚠️ This route is not accessible in winter. The route between (4), (2) and (5) is closed from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural Order of 18 May 2022).

A beautiful morning hike.

The slopes of the Hohneck and the surrounding glacial cirques are all areas frequented by the chamois reintroduced to the Vosges in the 1950s, over 60 years ago.You might just spot them on this hike. The BloyGR®®531trail between (S/E) and (1) is closed from 1 November to 30 April under a prefectural order dated 18 May 2022.

A very challenging hike to Hohneck. Good equipment and physical condition recommended! Hiking is prohibited in winter. See practical information.

A short, ideal walk at Gaschney to get back into shape at the start of the season; no major difficulties apart from a slightly steep climb between (2) and (3). Suitable for families.

This circular, starting from Mittlach at the bottom of the Munster Valley, is undoubtedly the most alpine in the Vosges. Shortly after Mittlach, the entrance to the Wormsa glacial valley sets the tone and offers unique panoramic views of the Hautes Vosges peaks. The highlight of this route is the majestic Frankenthal cirque, the Martinswand rocks and the daunting climb to the Col du Fallimont.This is a circular for experienced hikers or hikers who are not afraid of suffering, or both. It is long, challenging but absolutely stunning.

This is a beautiful hike that climbs along the Petite Fecht, offering views of the Stolz Ablass waterfalls, then the Frankenthal and its peat bog. The return journey is via the Gaschney, taking the Bloye trail.

A route around the most beautiful sites in the Munster Valley. A variety of mountain landscapes: high-altitude pastures, twisted beech trees (high-altitude beech), cirques and glacial lakes, scree slopes, via ferrata, scree fields, glacial valleys: a real distillation of the Vosges in a single hike. A must. This route is rated very difficult due to the section from (10) to (13). It is absolutely not suitable for beginners, children, occasional walkers, or people accompanied by dogs.(!) See also practical information regarding a section that is clearly off-limits.

This hike is not particularly difficult and follows wide forest paths, offering beautiful views of the Metzeral valley, the Alsace plain and the Black Forest in the distance on the way there. On the way back, you can enjoy views of the Col de la Schlucht and the ridges. The hike can be rounded off with a stop at the Schallern Restaurant or the Gaschney farmhouse inn.

This is a very beautiful walk in the Hautes-Vosges, not very long, nor with a significant elevation gain, but be warned: the terrain is steep in places, and you should avoid this route at the end of winter (unless you have the right equipment) and in wet weather. The walk takes you to Schaeferthal and Frankenthal, where, in early spring, you’ll see marsh marigolds and daffodils carpeting the ground, and, later on, martagon lilies...

The Sentier des Roches is one of the most popular trails in the Vosges. With its incredible views and steep sections, it is a mountain trail. It links the Col de la Schlucht to the Frakenthal cirque. The rest of the walk follows the Sentier de la Bloy, which is narrower but greener. This trail leads to the Gaschney ski resort. The route then continues in open country, climbing – at times over very stony ground – to the Hohneck, the third-highest peak in the Vosges. From the summit, there is a 360° view across the entire Vosges range. The rest of the route is then a simple matter of making your way back to the Col de la Schlucht.