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Le Petit and Le Grand Hohnack from Labaroche
A beautiful hike alternating between forest, meadows and the neighbourhoods of Labaroche, with beautiful views.
Orbey circular via Labaroche
Breathtaking view of the Vosges peaks and the Tour du Faudé.
Tour du Faudé, Col du Calvaire, Gazon du Faing from Orbey
I suggest a fairly long hike with a significant elevation gain, classified as very difficult, which will allow you to discover the Orbey Valley with various remarkable viewpoints and several interesting sites: the Tour du Faudé, destroyed in 1915 and 1944 and rebuilt in the 1990s, the Duchesne Cemetery, a national necropolis for French soldiers who fell at Tête des Faux during theFirst World War, and the Gazon du Faing with its panoramic trail, a veritable balcony overlooking Lac Blanc and the Orbey Valley.
Caution! This route includes a very technical and difficult section on the descent from the ridges to Lac Blanc, between points (14) and (15). Do not attempt in wet weather. Choose the alternative route described in the practical information.
Lac Blanc and Lac Noir from Orbey
A beautiful circular starting from Orbey and taking in two magnificent lakes. First, you will discover Lac Blanc, nestled in a granite basin. On the left, you will see the Rochers du Château Hans topped with a statue. The Chemin Cornélius will take you to Lac Noir, which is lined with fir trees and therefore much darker.
From Kaysersberg to Saint Alexis
Hike through the pretty town of Kaysersberg, then into the Alsatian vineyards. The climb continues through a forest with different species of trees. The return route follows a stream that winds its way between the rocks.
Hidden treasures and unusual places in Kaysersberg
This largely shaded hike will take you to hidden corners of Kaysersberg, including its medieval castle and old town.
Ammerschwihr and the Christ of Galtz
This is a beautiful hike from Ammerschwihr to Trois-Épis via the Christ du Galtz, which overlooks the Alsace plain. Enjoy lovely views of the plain and discover the resort of Trois Épis, which was once a holiday destination for Alsatians and still boasts some beautiful residences.
Galtz loop via Trois-Épis, Wineck Castle from Ammerschwihr
Departure from Ammerschwihr, a famous village in the Alsatian vineyards, crossing the Ammerschwihr golf course and climbing to the Roche du Corbeau before crossing the Trois-Épis health resort and climbing to the Galtz monument, the Alsatian Corcovado. The return to Ammerschwihr is via the Château du Wineck (near Katzenthal) and the famous Kaefferkopf grand cru vineyard.This hike offers the chance to discover varied landscapes, from high-altitude forests to grand cru vineyards, passing by magnificent viewpoints such as the Rocher du Corbeau and the Galtz, and the ruins of the old hamlet of Meywihr near Ammerschwihr, which also has a rich historical heritage.
Panoramic walk of Eichberg, Brand and Sommerberg
This walk offers breathtaking views of the Alsace plain and the town of Colmar, the entrance to the Val Saint-Grégoire with the ruins of Hohlandsbourg and Pflixbourg, the small town of Turckheim and the incomparable site of Niedermorschwihr.
It is particularly recommended in autumn when the vineyards are ablaze with colour
The wine-growing villages of the Val de Weiss
A scenic walk to discover the wine-growing villages of the Val de Weiss and their rich and tumultuous past. While Kaysersberg is rightly ranked among the French's favourite villages, our favourite is Kientzheim, a village away from the tourist trail but with a remarkable historical heritage. The route follows forest and vineyard paths and tarmac or cobbled roads.
The Tour du Faudé
A short walk from the village of Lapoutroie, climbing up to see the Tour du Faudé via the Roche du Chat Noir.
From a height of 16.50 metres, the tower reappears at the top of the Faudé. It was inaugurated on 15 August 2002, offering visitors the opportunity to take in the superb landscapes of the Welche region and the surrounding area.
To round off your day, you can visit the Haxaire cheese dairy, where Munster cheese is made.
The castles of Hohlansbourg and Plixbourg
A loop from Turckheim through the vineyards. Climb up through the forest via the Ehrbergkopf rock to discover the castles of Hohlandsbourg (wide views over the Alsace plain) and Pflixbourg (view of Trois Epis).
Route around the Sommerberg from Katzenthal
If you enjoy panoramic views from the hillsides of Alsace, on a wide path overlooking Colmar and its surroundings, you will love this hike.
A circular loop around the village of Fréland
This route will take you from an ancient Roman road to the heights of Fréland. Done in good weather at the end of winter, it offers a varied and peaceful hike. Along the way, you will see the first primroses, streams and a view of the Lapoutroie valley. On the way back, it is always a pleasure to cross Fréland. A short visit to the Welche country museum and its adjoining inn will be a pleasant way to round off the walk.
Le Galtz from Katzenthal
A simple loop along a forest path with the magnificent panorama of the Alsace plain and the Vosges mountains from the Galtz monument as your destination.
The climb to the Galtz is a little steep, but in good weather it is a beautiful viewpoint over the Alsace plain and the Black Forest.
Katzenthal - Wineck Castle - Le Galtz - Niedermorschwihr
Circular hike starting from Katzenthal and Wineck Castle, taking us to the Galtz Monument.
Return via the Pfaffenrod Rocks, the Roggenmoser Cross, the hamlet of Hunnabuhl, Saint Wendelin Chapel and the beautiful village of Niedermorschwihr.
Two-thirds of the route is through forest and one-third through vineyards.
A steady but fairly strenuous climb to the Galtz, where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. In good weather, you can even see the Alps!
Walk in the Stauffen and Petit Ballon mountains
Walk, mountain bike or electric mountain bike ride in the Stauffen and Petit Ballon mountains. The proposed circuit includes sections on roads, forest paths and cycle paths. There are no major difficulties, except for a short but steep climb after the Col de Marbach, which may require you to dismount, and the steady but also fairly steep climb from Boenlesgrab to Strohberg.
Around the vineyards of Turckeim
A short walk through the vineyards offering beautiful views over the Alsace plain.
Between vineyards, meadows and forests from Turckheim to Aubure
This circuit, which mainly follows wine and forest trails, cycle paths and small mountain roads to avoid traffic, is designed for mountain bikes and electric mountain bikes. It allows you to discover some picturesque villages in the foothills, such as Turckheim, Ammerschwihr, Kientzheim, Kaysersberg, Hunawihr and Zellenberg, as well as the green Fréland valley and the steeper, forest-covered slopes of the Brézouard and Kaelblin mountains.
The battlefields of Linge and the glacial cirque of Lake Forlet
A very varied hike possible in all seasons, which first crosses the Linge battlefield to discover the geography and remains of one of the deadliest places of the 1914-18 war.
After this moving start, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views as you head towards the highest lake in the Vosges mountains: Lake Forlet. Walking through its majestic glacial cirque, you can admire the exceptional views offered by the ridges overlooking the lake.
Lake Noir from Pairis
An uphill section towards Lake Noir on the slope of Orbey.
Col de Chamont starting from Fréland
In spring, there is nothing more pleasant than this circular starting from Fréland and passing through the Col de Chamont. Lovely panoramic views of the Pays Welche, the Fréland and Lapoutroie valleys, the magnificent Mont Kalblin and beautiful forest passages.
From Wihr-au-Val to Tanet
A ride for mountain bikes and electric mountain bikes in the Val Saint-Grégoire to reach the Tanet massif. The circuit mainly follows cycle paths or forest tracks and allows you to discover the beauty of this site, which was once home to a ski resort.
Circular around the Basses Huttes from the Col du Wettstein
An easy hike around the Basses Huttes towards the Ferme Auberge du Rain des Chênes on wide, shaded paths offering beautiful views of the Val d'Orbey through the gaps in the forest.
Lac Noir and Lac des Truites or Lac du Forlet from the Col du Wettstein
This is an easy hike with beautiful views of the Keysersberg valley to the east and the ridges to the west. You will always find a sunny spot for a picnic around Lac des Truites. The Auberge du Lac Noir welcomes you for a break and the Ferme Auberge du Forlet is open at the end of April. You can also eat at the Mussmiss farmhouse inn, which is clearly signposted on arrival at the Col du Wettstein.
Wettstein Pass - Lac Noir - Lac des Truites (Forlet)
A very pretty, varied walk with scenic views and fairly easy going, I've rated it as moderate as a precaution.
Lac Vert - Gazon du Faing - Forlet Lake (Lac des Truites)
Explore the forest, lakes and the Hautes Chaumes, the highlights of this hike that follows Vosges Club trails.
From Wettstein Pass to the Lac des Truites
This short hike on trails marked by the Club Vosgien has in the first instance views of the valley of Munster, and also a view of the peaks of the Vosges. The many picnic opportunities around the Lac des Truites or Lac Forlet lakes, the trout spotting opportunities, as well the welcoming farmhouse make for an enjoyable outing.
Hohrodberg - Linge, World War I battlefield
The Linge region was the scene of bloody clashes in 1914 and 1915. You will discover the remains and traces still very much present on the ground as you follow this route. Between 20 July and 16 October 1915, one of the bloodiest battles of the Great War in the Vosges took place on this section of the Linge-Barrenkopf front, barely 2 km long. It cost the lives of more than
17,000 young French and German soldiers.
Stauffen and Schrankenfels Ruins
This forest hike offers views of the Munster Valley, the Petit Ballon and even the Alsace plain, with a stop at the summit of the Staufen, the Schrankenfels Ruins, a number of picnic spots and a little exercise and tranquillity.
The three lakes
Looking for a varied hike with different terrain? Then look no further than the Three Lakes Hike.
Rooted footpaths, forest tracks, uneven terrain, crossing the Gazon du Faing, Lac Noir, Lac Blanc and Lac des Truites (also known as Lac du Forlet) and, on a clear day, a diversion to the Belmont Rocher observatory or Rocher de Hans.
A lovely hike to do in fine weather. It's better for the scenery.
Lac Noir, its source, two viewpoints and the stubble fields.
A varied hike starting from Lac Noir, progressing through the beautiful Vosges forest, taking us to the Hans rock overlooking Lac Blanc. The return route, which is less busy, allows you to discover the source of the lake and the stubble fields near Gazon du Faing.
Between Hagueneck Castle and the Chapelle des Bois
A lovely route passing by the Chapelle des Bois and the Château-Fort du Hagueneck. Beautiful views of the Alsace plain, particularly Colmar, Wettolsheim and the Black Forest, can be enjoyed along the way.
Tour around Blanc and Noir lakes
A pretty walk, alternating between rises and descents following sinuous winds and paths over ridges with magnificent views. ‘’The’’ meeting place for local chamois.
The four lakes from Lac Blanc
A magnificent hike with trails that are sometimes alpine in character.
Tour of four Alsatian lakes
An exceptional hike offering panoramic views of successive lakes. There are a few challenging climbs, but it's well worth the effort. Best done in good weather to fully enjoy the views available to hikers.
Four Lakes Circuit in the Vosges
Hike in the Alsatian Vosges from Lac Blanc to Lac Vert and return via Lac des Truites and Lac Noir. These are three loops that follow on from each other so well that you can shorten the route at two points.
The Koenigsstuhl tour
A short two-hour walk, starting from the crossroads above the Saint-Alexis inn. You will walk around the Koenigsstuhl and reach the highest point via the easiest route.
From Kaltenborn to Glasborn
This hike offers beautiful views of the Munster Valley and the Val d'Orbey. The return route follows the historic Linge Barrenkopf trail.
From Wettstein to Glasborn
Superb panoramic views over the Munster Valley and the Val d'Orbey. The hike follows the historic route of the Col du Wettstein, the Linge Memorial and the Barrenkopf defence line.
Géovino wine trail in Riquewihr: The rocks
By following Géovino in Riquewihr, you will learn about the fundamental importance of rocks for vines. You will understand why the soils of the southern slopes of the Vosges mountains are so special, but also the relationship between rocks, soils and vines, and even their influence on the aroma of wines!
Between Aubure and Fréland towards Roche du Tétras
A short, shaded hike through a beautiful pine forest, surrounded by ferns and blueberry bushes and above Aubure, to Roche du Tétras.
Lac du Forlet - Lac Vert
A fairly varied hike starting from Soultzeren, linking Lac du Forlet to Lac Vert.
The route consists of pretty, shaded paths running alongside or through a few meadows.
After afirst climb of 600 m, which is a little challenging, the rest of the hike is very pleasant and does not present any particular difficulties.
Refreshments are available at the Ferme-auberge du Forlet and the Chalet Erichson run by the Club Vosgien (snacks or packed lunches).
Tête des Faux and Duchesne Cemetery from Col du Calvaire
A memorial hike to a small peak that was the scene of violent clashes in 1914-1915, traces of which are still visible on the ground. Along the way, you will pass the very moving Duchesne Cemetery located in the middle of the forest.
Vineyards, almond trees and typical villages in Mittelwihr
This easy walk through the vineyards also allows you to discover pretty villages on the Alsace Wine Route and the fortified church of Hunawihr. Suitable in all seasons. In early spring, you can enjoy the almond trees in bloom. In autumn, you can enjoy the beautiful colours of the season.
Le Bonhomme, the three passes and the battlefields of 1914-1918
This hike will take you from Le Bonhomme to the 1914-1918 battlefields of Tête des Faux, then to the three passes of Calvaire, Louschbach and Bonhomme. Along the way, depending on the season, you can enjoy the abundance of blueberry bushes along the path.
The Tête des Faux and the Étang du Devin from Le Bonhomme
This circular hike starts in the village of Le Bonhomme and follows the "Circuit de la Grande Guerre sur le massif de la Tête des Faux" (Great War Trail on the Tête des Faux massif), which was a fierce battlefield between 1914 and 1915.
Here you will find remnants of the 1914-18 war, two imposing cemeteries, as well as fortifications and technical installations erected by the Germans.
The Étang du Devin and its bucolic setting offer a place to rest.
Col des Bagenelles and Grand Brezouard from Le Bonhomme
A very beautiful circular walk from Le Bonhomme, which is not too busy. We were lucky enough to pass through areas full of flowering foxgloves... magnificent.
A varied route through forests and pastures.
Gaschney via the Col de Sattel from Munster
This hike covers both sides of the ridge separating the Stosswhir valley and the Metzeral valley, offering views of the ridges, the Col de la Schlucht and the Trois Fours on the way there, and the Petit Ballon massif and the Schnepfenried on the way back.
Numerous ruins from the First World War dot both sides of this ridge, which was the dividing line between French and German troops. Eight thousand five hundred men died on these slopes.
Eguisheim - Tour of the castles of Hagueneck, Hohlandsburg and Husseren
A magnificent hike through vineyards and forests from Eguisheim, taking in five castles overlooking the Alsace plain south of Colmar.
From the Eguisheim campsite, climb through the vineyards to the Haguenek Tower, then to Hohlansburg Castle via the Herzog Trail, passing by the Fontaine de la Dame fountain, then under the Rocher Turenne rock and the Abri de Stauffen shelter, then return via the Three Castles overlooking Husseren-les-Châteaux and the vineyards overlooking Eguisheim.
Eguisheim - Hagueneck Castle - Three Castles above Husseren
This is a beautiful hike starting from Eguisheim, offering stunning views over the Alsace plain. We pass by Hagueneck Castle and the Three Castles above Husseren. On the way back, a visit to the picturesque village of Eguisheim is a must, with its beautiful circular rampart street.
In the forests of Hunawihr and Riquewihr
Circular hike starting from Hunawihr, passing by the ruins of Sylo Convent, the Seelacker Pass, the ruins of Reichenstein Castle and the village of Riquewihr.The route is mainly through forest, enhanced by visits to the two very typical villages of Hunawihr and Riquewihr.
From Obersolberg to Christlesgut
A short, shaded circular walk at the foot of the Petit Ballon, offering beautiful views of the Munster valley.
Marbach Pass and the Three Castles of Eguisheim from Voegtlinshoffen
A pleasant hike with beautiful views of the valley and the Black Forest. Visit the Three Castles of Eguisheim.
Towards the Clausmatt inn from the Pépinière
This moderately difficult route passes through beautiful, diverse forests with several points of interest. You can rest or eat at the Clausmatt inn, run by the Espoir association.
From the Col des Bagenelles to the Mines d'Échery
Beautiful hike in the Val d'Argent, via the Tree of Liberty, to discover the old mines of the village of Échery and its clock tower.
Climb to the summit of Grand Brézouard and enjoy a 360° panorama of the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines valley and the Vosges mountain ranges.
Les Brézouard
If you want to go on a beautiful hike starting from the Col des Bagenelles, between the valleys of Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines and Kaysersberg, the Petit and Grand Brezouard tour is for you. Here is the Tour des Petit and Grand Brezouard, which offers views of these two valleys, the Alsace plain and, in the distance, the Black Forest. Very well marked by the Club Vosgien, it is suitable for all types of hikers, including children.
20/08/2024: Hike modified to avoid the Grand Brézouard, which has been unmarked to reinforce the quiet zone.
From Ribeauvillé to Dusenbach Monastery through the woods
This short walk takes you up to the Dusenbach, avoiding the dangerous road to Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines. From the Dusenbach, you can climb up to the Taennchel or the castles.
Castles and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Dusenbach in Ribeauvillé
A beautiful hike that is not too long but includes a few steep hills. While the old town's heritage is remarkable, the route on the heights of Ribeauvillé is also worth a detour with its three castles and the monastery of Notre-Dame de Dusenbach.
The two castles
Climb up the path of the three castles, superb view of the region, visit the ruins of two castles, the third is closed to the public, then walk through the forest to reach the monastery "N.D. de Dusenbach", descent via the original Way of the Cross.
A loop starting from Ribeauvillé
A lovely day trip through woods, mountains, vineyards and Alsatian villages, with visits to Hunawihr and Riquewihr.
Magnificent landscapes and superb villages.
Ribeauvillé-St Hippolyte-Ribeauvillé
An easy walk through the Alsace vineyards, with pretty landscapes of vine-covered hills and villages such as Bergheim.
The Schlusselstein and Langrain in a circular route from Ribeauvillé
A circular walk starting from Ribeauvillé, winding through vineyards and then forest (2/3 of the route).
Discover the listed Schlusselstein rock, then descend towards Langrain to follow the Bergenbach stream to the Witzigfelsen rock and Reichenberg Castle. The return journey takes you through the vineyards on the Way of St James.
The Three Castles and streams above Ribeauvillé
A short hike around the three castles of Ribeauvillé, which runs alongside several pleasant little streams and passes by two fountains.
Ribeauvillé castles through the vineyards and the Schluesselstein
This is a pleasant hike that will take you through vineyards and woods to the amazing Rocher du Schlüsselstein, then to the foot of the Taennchel and finally to two of the three castles of Ribeauvillé.
There are a few climbs, but overall it is an easy route.
Schluesselstein Rock - Dusenbach Monastery - Maria Raydt Trail
This short hike will take you to the amazing Schluesselstein Rock, then to the foot of the Taennchel and finally to the Dusenbach Monastery. Return via the famous Maria Raydt trail.
Stroll to the three castles of Ribeauvillé
It's a nice walk that visits the three castles of Ribeauvillé at a slightly different angle from the traditional walk.
Route around the three castles of Ribeauvillé and the Taennchel massif
Route allowing you to visit the three castles of Ribeauvillé (Giersberg Castle, Saint-Ulrich Castle and Ribeaupierre Castle) with superb views over the Alsace plain.
Then climb and cross the Taennchel Massif with its rocks, its pagan wall and its views of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle.
More walks in Labaroche
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