Girmont-Val-d'Ajol walks

A beautiful hike that climbs and descends, sometimes steeply, on the way to a beautiful viewpoint, and climbs gently but steadily on the way back. Beautiful forest crossings and magnificent panoramas are the reward.

A pleasant route combining forests, numerous ponds, beautiful views and heritage sites. Three possible starting points for the same circuit. There are numerous paths and trails around the ponds, so follow the description and map carefully.

A beautiful walk through woods and countryside. You will discover a few ponds, magnificent panoramic views and a pretty waterfall.

This hike is accessible for the whole family. We did it with our 6- and 12-year-old children, who walk regularly. Along the way, you will discover ponds near Girmont-Val-d'Ajol. Two-thirds of the way along the route, you will have a very pleasant view of the Moselle valley. Enjoy your walk. Please note that the ponds are private property, so please respect these areas.

This short hike allows you to discover three ponds and the beautiful Vosges forest, not far from Val d'Ajol, in just a few kilometres. A very varied walk, even if it is short.

A bucolic hike through the pretty village of Girmont-Val-d'Ajol. There are numerous ponds (often private) and paths, many of which are shaded. A few kilometres on quiet roads.

Discover Pré Bosson.

The first part of this circuit alternates between forest and meadow, dotted with pretty ponds. The second part, which is more "airy", offers magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding hills. The return to the inn invites you to enjoy a well-deserved rest overlooking the fishing ponds

Route in the Saône Vosges through the forest. The route is described for walking, but can also be done by mountain bike by following the indicated variations.

An easy hike that can be enjoyed by families with children. Magnificent view of the Remiremont valley from Roche Tocquaine.

This route offers numerous views of the surrounding valleys. You will pass near the Fort de Rupt, discover a few crosses and admire some old farms.

Hike through a very shady forest, passing by two small bucolic ponds and possibly a short descent to the Pont du Rondin.

This short discovery route offers views of the spa resort from the hillside. It features information panels on architecture, thermal baths and the water system. Views of the church steeple, the town's rooftops, the Vierge hillside and Saint-Joseph Chapel.

Walk under the fir trees, passing by the Chaudefontaine hot spring and the beautiful ponds overlooking Reherrey. This hike is ideal during hot weather.

A lovely family bike ride to explore the village of Ruaux in Plombières-les-Bains. This route follows forest paths and small local roads, presents no particular difficulties and offers the chance to discover magnificent rural landscapes as well as a viewpoint over the Jura and, weather permitting, a view of Mont Blanc.

Beautiful panoramic views of Rupt-sur-Moselle. Orientation table on the Haut de Bélué with views of the Vosges ridges.

A waterfall, religious sites and a beautiful view of the town of Remiremont. For changes to the route, see the reviews

A beautiful shaded walk in the Fossard Forest, which has no shortage of points of interest: the beautiful Chapelle du Vieux Saint-Amé, the magnificent Saint-Mont esplanade, the Pont des Fées and the Miraumont waterfall. At the summit of Saint-Mont, a vast grassy area is ideally suited for a picnic break and offers, as a bonus, a magnificent 360° panorama of the Moselle and Moselotte valleys.

A short, easy walk in the hills above Saint-Nabord (except for the climb at the start...). Ideal for getting back into shape after winter.

A beautiful hike in the forest with no viewpoints except for the Roches de Thin. Worth doing in hot weather, as the scent of the pine trees makes it worthwhile.

Starting from the church of Saint-Bresson with its glazed tile bell tower, this route invites you to discover the rural heritage of this small village nestled at the foot of the Vosges mountains. Chalot, chapels, wayside crosses, calvaries, boundary stones, fountains and carved stones punctuate this route, which is full of surprises. The natural heritage is also in the spotlight with some superb views.

From the church in Saint-Bresson, the route takes a small road and then winds its way up a shaded hill to reach a plateau. The route passes through numerous hamlets typical of the Vosges region. Traditional farms and small religious heritage sites punctuate this walk, which offers some very pretty views. This hike offers a wide variety of landscapes with numerous ponds.

Tour of the Fossard Massif, passing through Saint-Mont, Sainte-Sabine and Saint-Arnould.

Circular route on the plateau between Faucogney and Saint-Bresson. You will discover some of the thousand ponds, several calvaries including the Monumental Cross of Montdahin, a few hamlets, vestiges of the past (farm ruins) and new and beautiful views following the damage to the forest caused by the bark beetle. Please note that this is an unmarked route, using paths and small tarmac roads with no heavy traffic.