The Sentier des Roches

The Sentier des Roches is a hiking trail in the Vosges mountains.
In 1910, Heinrich Strohmeyer, general warden of the Water and Forestry Department and president of the Club Vosgien de Munster, proposed the creation of a trail linking the Col de Schlucht to Frankenthal near Hohneck.
The Sentier des Roches is one of the most popular trails in the Vosges mountains.
Please note: this hike is closed in winter (see practical information below).

Technical sheet

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Creation:
8 Jul 2019

Last update:
7 Mar 2025

Last review:
6 Jul 2025

Activity: Walking
Distance: 10.06 km
Average duration: 4h 20
Difficulty: Difficult
Return to departure point: Yes
Vertical gain: + 501 m
Vertical drop: - 498 m
Highest point: 1,335 m
Lowest point: 961 m

Country: France
Area: Vosges mountains
District: Le Valtin (88230)
Start/End: N 48.064157° / E 7.022244°
IGN map(s): Ref. 3618OT, 3618OTR
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Description of the walk

Park in the Col de la Schlucht car park.

(S/E) Leave the car park opposite the chapel and turn left onto the D417 road towards Munster. Continue to the pass exit.

(1) Turn right, go down the stairs and follow the^GR®®531(blue rectangle marker). Please note: on the IGN map shown here, the route does not follow the map, but this is the route you should take.

(2) Turn right and follow the road to the Ferme Auberge du Frankenthal. Pass the farm and continue along the path, following the red triangle sign.

(3) Cross the Petite Fecht stream.

(4) Climb to the summit between Petit Hohneck and Hohneck. During this climb, there are several viewpoints. Do this if the weather is clear.

(5) Turn right towards the Col de Falimont, following the^GR®®5(red rectangle sign).

(6) At the Col de Falimont, turn right onto the^GR®®5towards the Trois Fours.

(7) Once you reach the road leading to Trois Fours, turn right and, after the car park, turn left and cross the pastures. Continue to follow the^GR®®5to the Col de la Schlucht (S/E).

Waypoints

S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,138 m - Parking - Col de la Schlucht
1 : km 0.25 - alt. 1,133 m - Start of the Sentier des Roches
2 : km 3.15 - alt. 961 m - Frankenthal Road - Auberge du Frankenthal
3 : km 3.6 - alt. 998 m - Petite Fecht (cours d'eau) - Affluent de la Fecht
4 : km 4.44 - alt. 1,068 m - Intersection - Grotte Dagobert
5 : km 5.46 - alt. 1,228 m - Crossroads - Le Petit Hohneck
6 : km 6.8 - alt. 1,292 m - Col de Falimont (1295m)
7 : km 8.18 - alt. 1,229 m - Fork in the trail - refuge des Trois Fours
S/E : km 10.06 - alt. 1,139 m - Parking - Col de la Schlucht

Practical information

Please note: this hike is not possible between 1 November and 30 April each year. The rock trail and the trail connecting Schaeferthal to Col du Falimont are closed (Prefectural Order of 18 May 2022).
Despite the presence of handrails, stairs and footbridges, this hike remains dangerous in wet weather.

This hike was surveyed on 8 July 2019.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5

Based on 80 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5

Clarity of route map
4.6 / 5

Route interest
4.9 / 5

Rochi1999

Jul 06, 2025 at 14:56 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very beautiful hike that ended at 8:30 p.m., starting at 5 p.m. from the Col de la Schlucht. It was nice and shady at that time of day, which is much appreciated during a heatwave, and we only encountered half a dozen people. High-top shoes are definitely recommended as the path is not flat. I hesitated to bring walking sticks, but in the end they would not have been practical for holding onto the handrail, which was sufficient in terms of safety.
Thanks and I recommend it!

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Yannoox88

Jun 30, 2025 at 15:17 EDT • Last modified: Jun 30, 2025 at 15:36 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 29, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Very good app and reliable for tracking your route by exporting the GPX file for use with Visorando.
The hike itself is relatively accessible despite its difficulty level. You need good shoes and a minimum level of fitness.
It's a beautiful hike with great views of the surrounding valley.

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User 22150495

Jun 16, 2025 at 03:41 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 09, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Superb route, the landscapes are simply breathtaking. No major difficulties for experienced hikers.

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Jp jo rando

May 05, 2025 at 03:04 EDT • Last modified: May 05, 2025 at 03:20 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Walk completed 2/3 weeks before the opening to avoid traffic jams.
Very nice route with magnificent viewpoints. I recommend hiking boots.

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tiphaine astrid

Nov 18, 2024 at 02:43 EST

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 17, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Magnificent walk to do in fine weather for the scenery. Very fun with its passages on the mountainside. In winter, there is a lot of wind at the top of the Hohneck. This hike is for children aged 8 and over, as it can be dangerous below this age.

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C Couanon

Nov 14, 2024 at 04:47 EST • Last modified: Nov 14, 2024 at 04:48 EST

Hello,
The section between the Martinswand and point 7 is on the old gr, which is no longer authorised. The path is no longer signposted, so users have to climb over a fence and contravene nature reserve regulations.
Could you please make the change and shift the trail a few metres along the official GR route?
Thank you for your help.

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Gp&Pmn

Nov 06, 2024 at 05:25 EST

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

The first part of the route is dangerous because it is empty and there are lots of rocks ... Fortunately there are handrails
handrails. Magnificent views, very nice walk overall. No major difficulties except
the rock steps, which are high enough for small people.

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bern.ehrhart

Nov 04, 2024 at 08:58 EST

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

The rock path is very well secured with high-quality handrails (thanks to the Club Vosgien de Munster). Accessible to all good hikers. Warning: no children too young, as the rock steps are sometimes very high. Dogs are not allowed.
We did it just before the 6-month closure (1 November to 30 April). Great sunshine, a splendid day!
Climb to the Dagobert cave, the Schaefferthal, then to the Hohneck, and finally back to the Schlucht without any difficulty.

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De Papily

Oct 29, 2024 at 09:40 EDT • Last modified: Oct 29, 2024 at 09:41 EDT

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 04, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

The difficulty lies mainly at the beginning of the route, starting from the schlucht, for around 3 km, with a narrow path in the cliff with footbridges and handrails in places, and lots of rock .... For the rest of the hike, these are mountain paths.
Equipped and respectful of others, this is a superb hike....

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Y Ber

Oct 28, 2024 at 13:27 EDT

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 27, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Good footwear is essential, as some passages are difficult. It's not a good idea to bring children or people who are afraid of heights.
The route is magnificent.

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Vic52220

Sep 16, 2024 at 12:08 EDT

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Magnificent hike with breathtaking views 😊

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Corvo

Sep 16, 2024 at 03:14 EDT

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 25, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A very pleasant route, but one that is nevertheless well travelled. Some tricky sections for young children.

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3921213

Sep 02, 2024 at 14:52 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A route with beautiful panoramas and sometimes impressive sections, but accessible to as many hikers as possible and well secured.
It was busy at the end of August, but reasonably so, with no discomfort.

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Philippe57

Sep 02, 2024 at 04:02 EDT • Last modified: Sep 02, 2024 at 04:05 EDT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Very nice hike on a Sunday, so lots of people on the circuits.
I recommend it because of the beautiful scenery and the forest circuit followed by an open trail.

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virgule

Aug 30, 2024 at 03:02 EDT • Last modified: Aug 30, 2024 at 03:05 EDT

A beautiful route, a must-see in the region. But VERY (too) busy!

Unmissable is synonymous with too busy. It's the magic word that attracts the crowds. People complain that it's too crowded, but they themselves are part of the crowd. What can I say?