Grendelbruch walks

From the mountain village of Grendelbruch, this loop, mainly located south of this village of 1,250 inhabitants, sets off to explore the Piton du Falkenstein, a magnificent rocky outcrop offering a beautiful view of the Bruche Valley. This hike continues via the Col du Bruchberg, the climb through the stubble fields to the Signal de Grendelbruch and its 360° view, then follows the climb to Hohbuhl through the forest. Next, pleasant trails take you to the Col du Beyerlager and then to the Col de la Franzur. You will make some magnificent discoveries, alternating between village streets, forest, undergrowth, thatched roofs, forest roads and pretty little trails. And there are plenty of viewpoints!

This circular route on the slopes above the Magel Valley follows mainly paths and beautiful forest trails.Views of Guirbaden Castle in the distance, the climb to the Purpurkopf, a break at the Verlorene Eck shelter, small wooden bridges crossing little streams, and more lovely views – particularly of the western side of Mont Sainte-Odile – are the highlights of this very pleasant walk in all weathers.

Rediscover the largest fortified castle in Alsace, currently undergoing restoration.

This hike takes you past the Grendelbruch Rock and the Breitsteige Rocks. Unfortunately, the latter are increasingly hidden by vegetation. There are other rocks that are more easily accessible: see § Practical information. In the description, however, I will indicate a way to avoid the most difficult parts.

A lovely, easy walk with many breathtaking views of the Bruche Valley, the Donon, the Wisches quarry, the Alsace plain and the Château du Guirabden. This is a simple circuit in terms of length and elevation, with a mix of forest paths and trails through either forest or pastureland.

Hike that goes around Grendelbruch on its southern side. Passes through several mountain passes and offers magnificent views at Schelmeck and Falkenstein peak. A little bit of tarmac at the start (crossing Grendelbruch) then a mix of forest paths, trails through woods and meadows.

A very lovely route starting from Grendelbruch offering unobstructed views, with no real difficulty apart from a stony section, as well as the distance and elevation gain!A lovely shelter at La Marbrière above Wisches, 14 km from the start.

Here is a short hike to quickly and easily discover Purpurkopf. Recent archaeological excavations suggest that it is the oldest castle in Alsace and not a Celtic camp. There is a lot of information and videos on the internet. It is located in the commune of Rosheim, not far from Grendelbruch.

A short, easy hike passing through places with evocative names: Goldbrunnen (golden fountain), Carrières d'Or (golden quarries) and Purpurkopf, an ancient Celtic and Roman site.

A lovely walk, mainly through woodland, exploring the Schwartzkopf and Purpurkopf with beautiful views over Grendelbruch.

This hike is not particularly difficult and offers magnificent views of the valleys and the Donon. It combines a forest path with a balcony view and a forest crossing.

A pleasant hike passing through the Holdersbusch and Purpurkopf passes and visiting the ruins of Guirbaden Castle.

This hike, which takes place entirely in the woods, offers magnificent views of Urmatt, Niederhaslach, Oberhaslach, Grendelbruch, Luzelhouse, as well as the Langenberg, Rocher de Mutzig and Donon peaks.

Starting from the village hall in Muhlbach-sur-Bruche, this circular hike follows the Muhlbach stream, climbing towards the Falkenstein peak near Grendelbruch. With several viewpoints and the gentle sound of running water, this is an ideal hike for discovering or rediscovering the Bruche Valley.

This is an easy walk through the woods from Molsheim to Urmatt. The main attractions are the Rosinel Felse rock and the Soultzbach waterfall.

On a steep hillside above the village of Mollkirch, this trail invites you to discover the mysteries of the forest. Druids, elves, dolmens and stones dot the trail, along with a dozen information panels. The walk also includes a visit to one of the largest fortresses in Alsace: Guirbaden Castle.

Walk through the forest above Lutzelhouse. This circular route follows part of the in situ sculpture route, where you will see six works.

This short outing will allow you to discover some natural and man-made curiosities, pretty paths and remarkable trees. Best done in good weather and not on windy days.

Starting from Lutzelhouse; beautiful hike with several viewpoints over the Bruche Valley and the Alsace plain. Best done in spring/summer/autumn. In winter, you will need snowshoes for the higher ground.

Hike through no man's land to an altitude of over 1,000 metres from Lutzelhouse in the Schirmeck valley.

This hike is not technically difficult but is very long and requires good stamina. There are several beautiful viewpoints and sites along the way.

A very pretty hike on the western side of the Bruche Valley. The Mutzig Rock, rising to 1,010 metres, offers remarkable views of the valley and the surrounding mountains, such as the Donon, the Schneeberg and the Champ du Feu. The Porte de Pierre is a natural monument of pink sandstone sculpted by erosion. It is an astonishing discovery, this block perched there as if it came from nowhere, plunging you into a half-dream.

A beautiful hike with magnificent views of the Bruche Valley, the Langenberg, the Donon and the Champs du Feu. A circuit encompassing magical places such as the Jardin des Fées (Fairy Garden) and the Porte de Pierre (Stone Gate), with its highest point at 1,008 metres, the Rocher de Mutzig. The signposting is a little sparse in places, so the IGN 3716ET map is essential.

The Porte de Pierre, a natural wonder sculpted by the elements, and the Rocher de Mutzig, rising to 1,009 m, offering a breathtaking panorama of the Bruche Valley, the Alsace plain, the Black Forest and the surrounding peaks: Donon, Champ du Feu, Climont, Brézouard...

Two sculpture symposia in 2007, in Lutzelhouse, and in 2010, in the Champenay quarry, gave rise to 17 monumental works under the titles In situ and La Roche Solaire. This trail will allow you to discover three of them.

Guirbaden is a ruined castle built on the Mollberg hill above Mollkirch. Its ruins are considered the most important in Alsace.