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Lac Vert ou de Soultzeren (Vosges) walks
The Hirschsteine rocks by the stairs
Visorando Member
7.01 mi
+1,847 ft
-1,847 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Valtin (Vosges)
A beautiful hike through the Hirschsteine rocks, an area less well known than the famous sentier des Roches, but just as impressive! You'll be amazed by the imposing metal staircase leading up to the rocks, the passageway carved into the rock and the vertiginous but safe path on the mountainside. Return via the ridges from Tanet. Beautiful views over the Munster valley and Lac Vert.
This hike is not permitted in winter! (see practical information)
Lakes and pastures
6.83 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,394 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike that takes you up to the “Gazons”, the famous pastures of the Hautes Vosges, and along the steep slopes overlooking the magnificent cirques where the lakes of Lac Vert and Lac du Forlet lie. All of this is situated at an altitude and in landscapes that are reminiscent of the Alps.
Lac Vert - Gazon du Faing - Forlet Lake (Lac des Truites)
10.49 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
Explore the forest, lakes and the Hautes Chaumes, the highlights of this hike that follows Vosges Club trails.
Four Lakes Circuit in the Vosges
10.47 mi
+2,615 ft
-2,644 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
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.
Four Lakes Circuit
8.94 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,860 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A magnificent circuit on the Vosges ridges with views of the Black Forest and, on clear, dry days, the Alps.
400 m of paved road, the rest on trails or wide paths.
Le Tanet and Lac Vert
4.55 mi
+902 ft
-912 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
This easy loop allows you to discover Tanet, one of the most beautiful peaks in the Vosges, with stunning views and the Haut-Fourneau stone cairns. In late June or early July, you can also enjoy the mountain flowers. The return journey is sheltered by Lac Vert.
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.
La Schlucht - Lac Vert - Lac Forlet
10.61 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,411 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Valtin (Vosges)
This hike, which follows the marked trails of the Club Vosgien, will allow you to discover the forest, lakes, Hautes Chaumes... the Hautes Vosges.
The numerous picnic spots and the warm welcome you will receive at the various farm inns will make your walk even more enjoyable.
Lac Vert and Lac du Forlet
Tourist office
5.24 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,299 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
Lac Vert (1,044 m) owes its name to the colour it takes on in summer due to the proliferation of algae. Lac des Truites (or Forlet) is the highest lake in the Vosges mountains at 1,066 m.
Both are located in former glacial cirques dominated by the Hautes Chaumes.
Lac Vert, Lac du Forlet and return via the ridges
5.80 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,220 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike with views of Lac Vert and Lac du Forlet (Lac des Truites) and a lovely stretch along the ridges.
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.
Route du Lac Vert from Tanet station
1.45 mi
+98 ft
-108 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A lovely little family circular path to discover Lac Vert nestled in the heart of the Vosges pine trees.
Lac du Forlet - Lac Vert
6.58 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,627 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
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).
Lac Vert on snowshoes
7.06 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,722 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Le Valtin (Vosges)
A beautiful sporting outing to enjoy in both summer and winter on snowshoes, with stunning views from the ridges on the Alsatian side.
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.
From Tanet to Lac Vert from altitude 1000
5.87 mi
+1,276 ft
-1,299 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
This hike allows you to discover varied landscapes, access the ridge and enjoy superb views of the entire Vosges mountains and the Alsace plain. It crosses two nature reserves: the Franckenthal-Missheimle Reserve and the Tanet Gazon du Faing Reserve.The hike also passes by the Rocher de Hirchsteine, the summit of Tanet and Lac Vert. The entire climb is through forest.
⚠️ 21/07/2025: starting point of the hike changed.
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.
Stosswihr, the Col de la Schlucht, the Tanet and Lake Soultzeren
14.52 mi
+3,579 ft
-3,583 ft
9h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Stosswihr (Haut-Rhin)
A challenging hike due to its elevation gain and occasionally alpine terrain. An exposed section near the Hirschsteine. Do not attempt this in wet weather. The route offers magnificent views, with peat bogs and lakes, and perhaps even chamois, if the hiker remains quiet (around the Hirschsteine and amongst the rocks on the ridges). Following the suggested route, all the ascents are in the shade. On the ridge sections or descents, you’ll discover some of the ‘must-see’ highlights of the Hautes-Vosges!
From Wihr-au-Val to Tanet
28.65 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,166 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Wihr-au-Val (Haut-Rhin)
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.