Le Hohneck walks

Spotting chamois in the Wormspel, dipping your feet in the clear waters of Lake Schiessrothried, and enjoying the beauty of the Frankenthal-Missheimle Nature Reserve are the highlights of this hike. And if you can also stop off at a farmhouse inn, then... it’s a brilliant day! A variation of this hike, passing via the Falimont Pass, is suggested in the practical information section. The BloyGR®®531trail between (6) and (7) is closed from 1 November to 30 April by prefectural decree dated 18 May 2022.

The Hohneck, showcasing all the beauty of the Vosges massif: the great rocky escarpments, the cirques, the trickling springs, the traces of the Ice Age, the flora and fauna, and the famous farmhouse inns.

Beautiful forest and mountain trail from Metzeral to the summit of Hohneck along the magnificent Wormsa valley, beside two lakes and through the impressive Combe du Wormspel, then back to the starting point on the other side of the Wormsa.

Walk along the Vosges ridges down to Lac de la Lande. This walk follows the Hautes Vosges stubble trails among Vosges cows, passing not far from the farmhouse inns of Breitzousen, Fershmuss and Schmargult. Further down, through the shady beech and spruce woods, you reach Lac de la Lande, an ideal spot for a picnic. The very reasonable elevation gain of 250 m over 9.5 km means that this hike is not particularly difficult. 06/02/2023: Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rock and stone falls on theGR®531.

A beautiful snowshoe hike from the Col de la Schlucht.

A long hike around the third highest peak in the Vosges mountains and the highest in the Vosges department, following six lakes. The route offers beautiful views and all types of terrain (paths, roads, trails, forest, clearings, alpine pastures, etc.). This is a very difficult hike for experienced hikers only (length, duration and significant elevation gain). Not to be attempted in winter; best done in late spring, summer or early autumn.

A very beautiful hike, certainly long, but very pleasant from the village of Mittlach towards Hohneck with a short detour via the rock trail. You can still see the tourist spots accessible by vehicle that bring you back to civilisation, but you quickly escape them to find the peace and quiet of the mountains. Please note: this hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below)

Discover the Hohneck ridge and its Alsatian side, with its panoramic views, flora and fauna, on well-maintained forest trails in a well-preserved environment. A breath of fresh air to be enjoyed without moderation! Please note: this hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below).

A beautiful hike combining technical and physical sections. Only to be done in good weather, preferably between May and October. Please note! This hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below)

A beautiful hike with an “alpine” feel, so quite challenging!You’ll discover two small glacial lakes, the Schiessrothried and the Fischboedle, nestled at the foot of the Hohneck.From the Kerbholtz ridge facing the Spitzkoepfe ridge, you descend into the Combe de l’Ammelthal, with very technical but secure sections, then the Combe de la Wormspel where you may spot chamois. The return route takes you via the Hohneck, offering panoramic views.

A beautiful, challenging hike for experienced hikers. This route is not accessible in winter. The route is closed between (8), (9), (10) and (11) from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural decree of 18 May 2022).

Not to be missed! This is one of the most iconic and famous hikes in the Vosges. The landscapes and views of the entire Vosges mountain range, the Black Forest and even the Alps (on a clear day) are simply magnificent. If you're lucky, you may even spot chamois on the slopes of Hohneck, so don't forget your binoculars! ⚠️ This route is not accessible in winter. The route between (4), (2) and (5) is closed from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural Order of 18 May 2022).

A beautiful morning hike.

The slopes of the Hohneck and the surrounding glacial cirques are all areas frequented by the chamois reintroduced to the Vosges in the 1950s, over 60 years ago.You might just spot them on this hike. The BloyGR®®531trail between (S/E) and (1) is closed from 1 November to 30 April under a prefectural order dated 18 May 2022.

This route will allow you to discover the landscapes of the Hohneck massif with beautiful views of the Munster valley and you may even spot chamois on the slopes of the snowfield trail. Please note that some sections of this hike are particularly difficult, especially the descent from Rainkopf and the ascent from Séestaedtle to Kerbholz. Avoid this route in wet weather, as the rocks are particularly slippery and a fall could be fatal.

One of the most beautiful hikes in the Vosges mountains, taking the legendary Sentier des Roches trail at its start to reach the summit of Hohneck at an altitude of 1,363 metres. N.B. The Sentier des Roches is closed in winter. See practical information below.

A very challenging hike to Hohneck. Good equipment and physical condition recommended! Hiking is prohibited in winter. See practical information.

On the agenda: a full day of breathtaking views! Starting from the summit of Hohneck, this hike will take you to a less frequented slope to the east of the Col du Rothenbach. This will lead you to the Sapin de Kolben and the chapel, before discovering the three lakes: Altenweiher, Fischboedle and Schiessrothried. Finally, return to the summit via the Col de Schaeferthal. This hike is classified as very difficult: see the Practical Information section.

A beautiful hike with varied, technical trails and magnificent landscapes. The hike starts in the valley before passing close to the lakes and climbing up the ridges to Hohneck. It then descends via the Schiessroth farmhouse inn, Lake Schiessrothried, Lake Fischboedle, and returns to Mittlach via the Wormsa valley. 06/02/2023: Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to a rock and stone slide on theGR®531.

Circular route starting from the Col de la Schlucht, passing via the Hohneck and the Petit Hohneck, and returning via the challenging but magnificent Sentier des Roches. This hike is not possible in winter. See the practical information below.

A very beautiful hike, taking in some remarkable sights: the Martinswand rocks, the summit of the Hohneck, the summit of the Kastelberg and the Grand Ballon (with the ‘Boule’ at the summit).

This hike allows you to discover one of the most beautiful regions of the Vosges, in particular the two lakes of Schiessrothried and Fischboedle. It is classified as moderate, but it can be difficult due to some rocky and steep paths and a significant elevation gain.

Starting from the summit of Hohneck, the route will take you to the Sentier des Roches, "the" hike to do in the region. Its route through the rocks offers splendid views towards Alsace.Please note! This hike is not accessible in winter (see practical information below)

A 3-day hiking and bivouacking trip, starting and finishing at Lac de Blanchemer The route takes you through the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park to explore the park’s third-highest peak, the Hohneck (alt. 1,363 m), as well as the Rainkopf (alt. 1,305 m), passing through the dense Bresse forest and past Lac des Corbeaux.

A very beautiful walk that takes you along ridges with views of the Munster Valley and the Alsace Plain on the Vosges side, with its rolling hills and forests offering a palette of greens, at least in spring. In good weather, you can see the Alps!

A magnificent hike with breathtaking scenery. The first section is very technical along the rocky path, followed by the ascent to the Hohneck. Very varied scenery and sublime views throughout the route. There are opportunities to stop for a break at the inns along the way. Warning! This route includes several sections that are off-limits or should be avoided in winter conditions The hike should be undertaken from May to October, depending on snow conditions (see practical information below).

day1: hike around Hohneck, snowfield route and descent to Schiessrothried Lake.

A two-day walk around Hohneck for the whole family. We did it in two six-hour stages, at the pace of our children (aged 7 and 10) and including breaks. Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rockfalls on theGR®®531trail. Please note! This route is not accessible in winter. Points (2), (3) and (4) connecting the Col du Falimont to Frankenthal are closed from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (prefectural decree of 18 May 2022).

This short hike is one of the most classic in the region and therefore deserves a brief description. Ascent to the Hohneck from the Route des Crêtes, descent towards the Col du Schaeferthal then into the Frankenthal (and its alpine dairy) before climbing back up to the Col du Falimont via the magnificent Sentier de Falimont.360° views, cliffs, pastures and, occasionally, chamois.

The Hohneck is one of the must-see peaks in the Vosges. This peak is directly accessible by car. It is also possible to climb it via the paths that start at the bottom of the surrounding valleys. This hike takes you from the La Bresse ski resort to the Hohneck, in a circular fashion, before returning via the Roche du Diable, Lac de Retournemer and the Cascade Charlemagne. The walk is not particularly difficult, but does involve a significant climb, rewarded by splendid panoramic views on the upper section of the route, and several sections on the descent to Lac de Retournemer that require caution.

The Sentier des Roches is one of the most popular trails in the Vosges. With its incredible views and steep sections, it is a mountain trail. It links the Col de la Schlucht to the Frakenthal cirque. The rest of the walk follows the Sentier de la Bloy, which is narrower but greener. This trail leads to the Gaschney ski resort. The route then continues in open country, climbing – at times over very stony ground – to the Hohneck, the third-highest peak in the Vosges. From the summit, there is a 360° view across the entire Vosges range. The rest of the route is then a simple matter of making your way back to the Col de la Schlucht.

Starting from Les Champis, the route passes through the Marécage Rouge Feigne, the Col de Thiaville (alt. 1,112 m), the Hohneck (alt. 1,363 m) and the Col du Wormspel (alt. 1,277 m) before descending towards Lac de Blanchemer.