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Lac Noir walks
The three lakes
Visorando Member
7.16 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,394 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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 and Lac des Truites or Lac du Forlet from the Col du Wettstein
5.96 mi
+965 ft
-942 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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.
The four lakes from Lac Blanc
9.19 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,706 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
A magnificent hike with trails that are sometimes alpine in character.
Wettstein Pass - Lac Noir - Lac des Truites (Forlet)
6.60 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,119 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
A very pretty, varied walk with scenic views and fairly easy going, I've rated it as moderate as a precaution.
Lac Noir, its source, two viewpoints and the stubble fields.
4.07 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,152 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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.
Tour of four Alsatian lakes
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.19 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,434 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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.
Lake Noir from Pairis
4.66 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,063 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
An uphill section towards Lake Noir on the slope of Orbey.
Lac Blanc and Lac Noir from Orbey
9.62 mi
+1,939 ft
-1,913 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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.
Lac Noir, Col du Calvaire and Lac Blanc circular
6.10 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,099 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
10 km with stunning views of two glacial lakes. The largest and highest, Lac Blanc (depth 72 m) covers 29 ha at an altitude of 1,055 m; Lac Noir (depth 45 m) covers 14 ha at 955 m. Breathtaking views from the Belmont Observatory. Don’t forget your camera.
Lac Blanc and Lac Noir, starting from Pairis
11.42 mi
+1,634 ft
-1,634 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
A lovely, relatively easy hike that takes you to Lacs Blancs and Lacs Noirs via the lower route. The route is suitable for winter, when the ridges are too snow-covered to hike easily without snowshoes.
Circular route starting from Orbey
12.26 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,543 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Orbey, this is an interesting hike thanks to its diversity and magnificent views. During the day, you’ll come across two sites named after rocks, and admire forests with their undergrowth—sometimes open, sometimes dense and serving as shelter for game, or even covered in moss—all along a very pleasant path. A moment to reflect on history as you pass through the battlefields near the Linge; the 1914–1918 war. Then superb views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
From Lac Noir to Schupferen
10.05 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,473 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
This is a lovely walk with no particular difficulties, offering beautiful views of the Val d’Orbey, the Munster Valley and the Vosges ridges.
Winding through woods and stubble fields, the route takes you from lake to lake to the Schupferen farmhouse inn, where you can enjoy a delicious break with the world’s best Fleischnacka!
The welcome is lovely. Booking is essential, as the inn is small.
The return journey is mainly downhill, which is very pleasant after a meal at the farmhouse inn.
Wettstein, Lac Noir, Lac du Forlet and Musmiss Farm Inn
Tourism professional
7.39 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,663 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike starting from the Col du Wettstein, with steep climbs up to the ridge above Lac Noir and Lac Forlet, a descent towards Forlet, where caution is advised, then a gentle stretch to the Musmiss Farm Inn (a gourmet stop) and then, in ten minutes, back to the Col du Wettstein.
Circular walk around the three lakes starting from Dreieck
9.46 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,614 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the Route des Crêtes between the Col du Calvaire and the Col de la Schlucht, this walk begins with a panoramic view of Lac du Forlet from the Crête du Gazon du Faing. The route continues, alternating between woodland and open terrain, taking you to discover Lac Noir, Lac du Forlet (also known as Lac des Truites) and Lac Vert.
The Belmont viewpoint and Lacs Blanc, Noir and Forlet as seen from the Dreieck
8.90 mi
+1,824 ft
-1,827 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A walk along the ridges of the Hautes-Vosges, taking in both well-known and lesser-known paths. The route passes near three lakes and offers magnificent views of the Alsace plain, the Black Forest and the Alps on clear days. Plenty of blueberries in season.