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Lac du Grand Ballon walks
The Lac du Grand Ballon and waterfall of Kletterbach
Visorando Member
5.35 mi
+991 ft
-981 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
An original route to get to Lac du Grand Ballon avoiding the road. You will discover beautiful trees, a waterfall and views over the Petit Ballon and the Black Forest along the way.
The Seebach waterfalls and Lac du Ballon
7.45 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,781 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This walk, mainly through woodland, follows the River Lauch before climbing through the Belchenseebach Gorge, past a succession of magnificent waterfalls, to reach the romantic Lac du Ballon.The path is sometimes steep and some sections are slippery, but they are safe and the view is well worth the effort. A relaxing return journey with the option of stopping for a bite to eat at a farmhouse inn.
The Grand Ballon by a lake and waterfalls
9.65 mi
+2,589 ft
-2,569 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
Above Lautenbachzell, this day hike will take you through several different landscapes of the Vosges: orchards and villages in the valley, pine forests, beech woods and stumps. You will reach the Grand Ballon, the highest peak in the Vosges, after walking along the Lac du Grand Ballon and passing near waterfalls.
Circuit around Lac du Ballon
4.72 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,286 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This is an ideal short walk in hot weather, starting from the Col du Haag and passing successively by Lac du Ballon, the Roedelen farm and the Grand Ballon. As the circuit is located on the northern slope of the Grand Ballon at an altitude of over 1,000 metres, there is no need to worry about excessive heat.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from the Monument Brun
8.81 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,986 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike in the Vosges, alternating between forest and stubble fields. Stunning views from the Grand Ballon.
The Grand Ballon from the Markstein
11.32 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,959 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ranspach (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike, done in January. You'll discover the snow-covered ridge road and the ridge trail, which is a pleasure to walk along!
Tour of Lake Ballon
6.21 mi
+955 ft
-951 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
This walk takes us to the Kletterbach waterfalls, the Gustiberg farm and the magnificent Lac du Ballon in its picturesque setting.
Gustiberg - Lac du Ballon - Grand Ballon circular route, starting from Firstacker
9.20 mi
+2,461 ft
-2,438 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
This hike connects Gustiberg, Lac du Ballon, Col du Haag and Grand Ballon, starting from Firstacker and alternating between typical mountain landscapes: forests, stubble fields, pastures, scree, etc.
Grand Ballon and Storkenkopf: the two highest peaks in the Vosges
2.91 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,024 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Murbach (Haut-Rhin)
A relatively easy walk starting from the Grand Ballon car park, offering a chance to take in the two highest peaks of the Vosges and their magnificent scenery.
Sengern, Grand Ballon, Markstein, Petit Ballon and Sengern in 2 or 3 days
25.15 mi
+5,623 ft
-5,646 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A very varied route to reach the highest point of the Vosges and walk along the ridges, enjoying numerous panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The Petit Ballon massif also offers a very beautiful setting.
Gaston Brun Monument, Grand Ballon d’Alsace and Lac du Ballon
9.44 mi
+2,995 ft
-2,995 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
Why not set off to explore the Grand Ballon d’Alsace on a lovely circular walk? We suggest a loop with a gentle, shaded ascent that’s pleasant on hot days. Only the sections before the Grand Ballon are exposed to the sun; the rest of the way, there’ll always be a tree to shelter you from the heat.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (Guebwiller) via the lake
5.78 mi
+2,910 ft
-39 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A challenging climb to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (past Guebwiller). The route passes by the beautiful Lac du Ballon and the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, both of which offer very pleasant places to stop for a break.
Linthal – Grand Ballon – Petit Ballon in 2 days
Tourist office25.09 mi
+4,964 ft
-4,938 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
This multi-day hike allows you to explore, over the course of two days, some of the most interesting routes in the Guebwiller region and the Markstein and Grand Ballon massifs. This hike is long and relatively challenging (over 41 km and a cumulative elevation gain of nearly 1,500 m). It is therefore suitable for regular walkers in good physical condition. Along the route, you’ll discover various farm inns, Lake Ballon, the Grand Ballon, the Markstein resort, the Petit Ballon and the ridges, and the village of Linthal.
Linthal – Grand Ballon – Markstein
12.20 mi
+3,553 ft
-1,319 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
A very physically demanding first day with a wide variety of landscapes.
Starting from Linthal, the most mountainous village in the Guebwiller region, the first day of this multi-day hike will take you to the Auberge du Steinlebach, via the Grand Ballon – the highest peak in the Vosges mountains, rising to an altitude of 1,424 metres – and the Markstein resort. The ascent is quite challenging and requires a good level of fitness. Along the way, you’ll pass the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, Lake Ballon and the Haag farmhouse inn…
The Col du Haag as seen from Lac du Ballon
2.71 mi
+761 ft
-761 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
There are numerous lakes and passes in the Vosges. Among them are Lac du Ballon and the Col du Haag. It is possible to walk from Lac du Ballon to the Haag. Of course, those who wish to do so can continue the hike to the summit of the Grand Ballon, which is a further 30 minutes’ walk away. From the pass, the view opens out over the Thann valley and the Thanner Hubel. It is a short hike that can easily be completed in 1½ hours there and back.