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Lièpvre walks
Rombach and La Hingrie, a Lorraine enclave in Alsace
Visorando Member
12.39 mi
+2,444 ft
-2,428 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rombach-le-Franc (Haut-Rhin)
This outing will take us to an enclave of the Dukes of Lorraine in Alsace, a little-visited valley in the heart of the Vosges forest. This route through mountainous countryside, on well-marked trails, presents no difficulty other than its length and elevation, even in the depths of winter, provided that the snow cover does not hinder progress.
Setting out for Frankenbourg from La Vancelle
Tourist office
4.88 mi
+1,247 ft
-1,227 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Vancelle (Bas-Rhin)
Perched on the heights of La Vancelle, a small mountain village, Frankenbourg Castle is one of the must-see ruins in the Sélestat-Haut-Koenigsbourg region.
Looking for a moderate hike to explore this remarkable site and enjoy the tranquillity of the trails in the heart of nature? Then this is the one for you!
Starting from La Vancelle, whatever the season, this lovely walk will take you to the castle in an hour and a half, allowing you to spot a few points of interest along the way whilst enjoying magnificent views of the Rocher du Coucou, the Val de Villé, the Val d’Argent and the Alsace plain.
Frankenbourg Castle from La Vancelle
2.42 mi
+827 ft
-823 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from La Vancelle (Bas-Rhin)
A short circular walk providing access to Frankenbourg Castle via the easiest route, starting from La Vancelle.
The castle enjoyed a strategic location at the entrance to two valleys: the Val de Villé along the Giessen (the salt road) and the Val d'Argent along the Lièpvrette (the silver mines).
The route takes place in the forest and offers beautiful views from the castle courtyard.
Above La Vancelle
7.20 mi
+1,575 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Vancelle (Bas-Rhin)
A route starting from the heights of La Vancelle, offering the chance to discover interesting and often impressive rock formations. A steady climb for an hour and a half; the rest of the route is easy. Numerous stops possible
Castle, fabulous rocks and panoramic views at La Vancelle
6.54 mi
+1,624 ft
-1,581 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Vancelle (Bas-Rhin)
This easy circular will take you to the well-preserved Frankenbourg Castle. From there, you can enjoy views of the Alsace plain and the Black Forest in the distance.Further on, along a shaded path, you will see glimpses of the Villé valley and the superb rocks of La Roche des Fées. On the way back, the Rocher du Coucou viewpoint overlooks Frankenbourg Castle, and finally a small viewpoint offers a view of Lièpvre.
Circular route in the hills above Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines
9.13 mi
+1,752 ft
-1,742 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines (Haut-Rhin)
A lovely circular walk starting from Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, alternating between open landscapes (offering views of the valley, the Taennchel massif and the Grand Brézouard) and beautiful forests; a route dotted with hamlets featuring old, isolated mountain farms.
Around Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines
7.58 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,237 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines (Haut-Rhin)
Thefirst part of the walk is mainly in the shade and not particularly difficult, apart from the fairly steep climb after Grand Rombach. Best done in hot weather to make the most of the shade. Please note that there is tarmac at the start and end of the walk.
Walk at Col de Fouchy
4.80 mi
+846 ft
-850 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rombach-le-Franc (Haut-Rhin)
This short walk around Col de Fouchy will take you through the northern part of the Val d'Argent, passing Col du Petit Haut, Rocher de la Salière, Roche du Cheval Tombé and Col du Rougerain. A full programme of forest paths and trails accessible to all.
Not suitable for pushchairs as some paths are too narrow.
Route between Schaentzel and Haut-Koenigsbourg
2.76 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hippolyte (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
Located in the heart of Alsace, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle dominates the entire plain at an altitude of 755 metres. It is impossible to miss this iconic monument, one of the most visited in the region!
This landmark is also the starting and finishing point for many hikes. If you prefer short routes, this one is for you. Starting from the Col du Schaentzel, it will take you past several points of interest and allow you to reach the castle in just 1 hour.
Le Rocher du Coucou - Le Château du Frankenbourg
9.04 mi
+2,329 ft
-2,326 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Neuve-Église (Bas-Rhin)
This is an unmissable hike in the Villé Valley, which takes you past some unusually shaped rocks (the Cheval Tombé, the Salière and the Roche des Fées) and leads to the Rocher du Coucou with its stunning views of the valley and the Central Alsace plain, as well as the iconic Château du Frankenbourg, which once protected the area.
The Taennchel and its many rocks
8.18 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,834 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thannenkirch (Haut-Rhin)
A circular hike from Thannenkirch to discover the Taennchel massif, renowned for its positive telluric energy and dotted with numerous remarkable rocks. The route is mainly through forest, offering some beautiful views of the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines valley to the north, the Colmar plain to the south and east.
Ribeauvillé Castles and Dusenbach Monastery from Thannenkirch
6.51 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Thannenkirch (Haut-Rhin)
Hiking route starting from Thannenkirch to visit the castles of Haut Ribeaupierre, Girsberg and Saint-Ulrich, as well as the monastery of Notre-Dame de Dusenbach.
The Taennchel massif from Thannenkirch
9.49 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,864 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thannenkirch (Haut-Rhin)
Discover the Taennchel massif and its impressive sandstone rocks of the Vosges from the picturesque village of Thannenkirch.
Forests, rocks and viewpoints from Neubois
12.93 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,129 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Neubois (Bas-Rhin)
Muttergottesbrennel is a mystical place that could have become famous, but history decided otherwise. On the side of Frankenberg and near Neubois, this hike will take you to castles, forests and fabulous rocks.
Tour du Taennchel starting from Schelmenkopf
7.46 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,030 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
This is a hike of around twelve kilometres that allows you to see most of the interesting rock formations in the magical setting of the Taennchel.
The walk starts at the Club Vosgien chalet at Schelmenkopf, above Ribeauvillé. To get there from Ribeauvillé, take the road to Aubure, then at the hamlet of ‘La Pépinière’, turn off towards La Grande Verrerie. Please note: this route is inaccessible in winter as the path is unpaved.