The Stolz Ablass waterfalls and the Sentier des Mulets trail

This is one of the classic walks in the Munster Valley. Walkers will discover the magnificent and refreshing Stolz Ablass waterfalls and the historic Mule Trail (14-18), all in the shade of the fir trees.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 4.81 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 05 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 241 m
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    Descent: - 235 m

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    Highest point: 782 m
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    Lowest point: 554 m

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Description of the walk

Parking is available at the Saegmatt car park, 200 m above the former "Restaurant des Cascades" in Stosswihr/Ampfersbach (at the bottom of the Ampfersbach valley: 48.054042, 7.055381)

(S/E) From the car park, take the forest path marked with a yellow disc towards Stolz Ablass.

(1) At the fork, turn left and you will arrive at the Schlucht stream.

(2) At a place called Sofflat, follow the path to the waterfall shelter. Next to this shelter, take the stony path that winds its way up alongside the Torrent de la Petite Fecht. There are numerous waterfalls along the way to a place called Stolz Ablass. The path leads to a forest track, which you should follow to the left. Cross the two stone bridges.

(3) Take the path on the right which crosses two beautiful waterfalls via footbridges. Continue until you reach the junction with the Sentier des Mulets trail marked with blue horseshoes. Take this very wild path which descends slightly.

(4) At the intersection, turn right downhill onto the forest path marked "Vers le parking Saegmatt" (towards the Saegmatt car park). At the next fork, take the sharp right turn and then, a little further on, the sharp left turn. The path passes through a less dense forest and offers beautiful views of the cliffs overlooking the Sentier des Mulets.
The path leads to the yellow disc marked route taken on the way there.

(1) Continue straight ahead in the opposite direction to the Saegmatt car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 554 m - Saegmatt car park
  2. 1 : km 0.43 - alt. 581 m - Crossroads of the loop
  3. 2 : km 0.96 - alt. 631 m - Schlucht stream - Abri des Cascades
  4. 3 : km 1.78 - alt. 756 m - Crossroads after the stone bridges
  5. 4 : km 2.68 - alt. 763 m - Crossroads towards the Saegmatt car park
  6. S/E : km 4.81 - alt. 554 m - Saegmatt car park

Notes

Saegmatt car park, 200 m above the former "Restaurant des Cascades" in Stosswihr/Ampfersbach (at the bottom of the Ampfersbach valley: 48.054042, 7.055381)

This route passes through a protected area, which may be subject to special regulations:

Worth a visit

Sights:
The refreshing and beautiful Stolz Ablass waterfalls.
The Sentier des Mulets (Mule Trail), created during the First World War for strategic reasons. Alpine hunters could thus transport weapons and ammunition by mule from one valley to another without being seen by the enemy.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 19 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
User 4019076

Hi, in the end, I didn't go hiking during my stay.
Regards

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Gihem
Gihem

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 04, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful walk of about 5 km. The waterfalls are spectacular.

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jpchaligne
jpchaligne

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk with my grandchildren aged 6 and 9. The route was very well signposted. I would recommend it.

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NathRo31
NathRo31

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

We were quickly misled and took a wrong turn. Thanks to Google Maps, we were able to get back on track.
Some road signs were not visible.

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User 18256314

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 09, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Great hike with a 5-year-old girl.
Very enjoyable.

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User 25564550

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 19, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

a very pleasant walk in the forest with the discovery of waterfalls halfway through

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tchiokz
tchiokz

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk through the waterfalls with access to mule tracks.
Very pleasant woodland setting

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FlorianRando
FlorianRando

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike, perfect for hot days with children. Beautiful scenery and paths in perfect condition.

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chazeau
chazeau

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

I recommend this route, which I did yesterday afternoon. It was a lovely walk
, the weather was very pleasant, not too hot.

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sambeng
sambeng

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful hike, easy and enjoyable.
The description is accurate.

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Dominique h1
Dominique h1

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The walking trail was easily accessible despite the recent heavy rains. This allowed us to see some magnificent waterfalls.
The landscape is magnificent, nature is still unspoilt and there is a very well-maintained route that is ideal for a picnic.

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AP45
AP45

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk in the forest, with the stream often nearby. There are numerous places to stop and admire the streams and waterfalls, as well as a few picnic tables. A lovely outing for the family.
The car park is not very easy to find if you don't know the area.

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ZB
ZB

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant hike along the water from start to finish, with some lovely waterfalls.
We almost strayed too far onto another trail, but luckily we had the app, so we turned back and rejoined the mule trail.

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lpalluel
lpalluel

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, shaded, refreshing walk, ideal in hot weather!

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Syl830
Syl830

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely, refreshing walk to enjoy with the family.

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